MARA Holdings Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.
Key information
Fred Thiel
Chief executive officer
US$43.2m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 2.20% |
| CEO tenure | 5.1yrs |
| CEO ownership | 1.2% |
| Management average tenure | 2.9yrs |
| Board average tenure | 4.4yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
MARA Holdings: De-Risking The Balance Sheet For The AI Boom
Apr 27
MARA Holdings Inc. – Strategic Expansion into AI, HPC Infrastructure and Data Center Scale
MARA Holdings Inc. has accelerated its transition from a Bitcoin mining-focused company into a broader digital infrastructure platform through a series of strategic investments, acquisitions, and partnerships spanning AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and data center operations.MARA Holdings Inc. Delivers Strong Q3 2025 Turnaround as Bitcoin Price Surge, Hash Rate Expansion, and Energy Strategy Drive Profitability
Analyst: Qudus Adebara (Head of Research, Wane Trading Club) Executive Summary MARA Holdings Inc. recorded a strong financial turnaround in Q3 2025 , supported by surging Bitcoin prices, significant expansion in energized hash rate, and disciplined capital deployment.
MARA: AI Data Center Expansion Will Drive Future Optional Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed the price target for MARA Holdings by $1, reflecting updated assumptions for a slightly lower fair value and P/E multiple as they weigh bitcoin exposure against the company’s push into high performance computing and AI related infrastructure. Analyst Commentary Street research on MARA Holdings has recently tilted cautious, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and reassessing the balance between bitcoin mining exposure and the move into high performance computing and AI related infrastructure.MARA: AI And Data Center Shift Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reset expectations for Mara Holdings with a large cut in the average price target. They generally cite weaker bitcoin assumptions, mixed execution on the shift toward high performance computing and AI, and ongoing uncertainty around how quickly new data center partnerships will translate into meaningful revenue.MARA: AI Data Center Pivot Is Expected To Unlock Future Upside
Analysts have cut their blended fair value estimate for Mara Holdings by about $5.85 to $16.57, reflecting lower bitcoin price assumptions, reduced revenue growth expectations, and a view that the company's pivot to high performance computing and AI driven data centers introduces additional execution risk, even as it improves projected profit margins and trims the future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Mara Holdings has tilted more cautious, with several firms trimming price targets and one downgrade to Neutral.MARA Holdings, Inc. Partners with Starwood Capital Group to Build Next-Generation Digital Infrastructure
Author: Qudus Adebara (Founder of Wane Investment House) Executive Summary MARA Holdings, Inc. has entered a strategic partnership with Starwood Capital Group and its data center platform, Starwood Digital Ventures (SDV) , to convert and expand select MARA sites into next-generation digital infrastructure.
MARA: West Texas Power Scale Will Face Softer Margins Under Tightening Crypto Rules
Analysts have lowered their price target on Mara Holdings to $8.00 from $11.25, citing updated assumptions that include a higher implied revenue decline, slightly softer profit margins, and a reduced forward P/E multiple despite a modestly lower discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Mara Holdings has tilted more cautious, with several bearish analysts resetting expectations through lower price targets and more conservative assumptions.MARA: Vertically Integrated Expansion Will Support West Texas Power Capacity Under Evolving Crypto Rules
The analyst price target for MARA Holdings has been reduced by $1.75 to $11.25, as analysts factor in a higher discount rate, slightly softer long term profit margin assumptions, and a lower future P/E multiple following recent sector and company specific research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent street research on MARA Holdings shows a mix of views, but there are clear pockets of caution that focus on valuation, execution, and growth risks.
MARA: Vertically Integrated Model Will Drive Future Upside From Recent Power Deal
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for MARA Holdings to $30 from $28, reflecting updated assumptions for slower revenue growth and slimmer profit margins, a higher discount rate, and a materially higher future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street research on MARA Holdings has been mixed, but there are several clearly bullish signals that help explain why some investors are willing to underwrite a higher fair value, even with more conservative growth and margin assumptions.MARA: Vertically Integrated Expansion Will Drive West Texas Power And Capacity Story
Analysts have updated their view on MARA Holdings to reflect a fair value of US$13.00, with a higher discount rate, a swing to a 6.64% revenue decline assumption, and a very large future P/E multiple. They cite mixed Street targets that range from US$16 to US$30 and varied opinions on execution timing and bitcoin sensitivity.MARA: Vertical Integration And Power Buildout Are Expected To Unlock Future Upside
The analyst price target for Mara Holdings has been reduced by approximately $1.55 per share as analysts temper long term revenue growth and valuation assumptions, despite acknowledging the company's strategic shift toward vertical integration and recent rating upgrades. Analyst Commentary Analyst commentary on Mara Holdings reflects a mixed but evolving view as the company pivots toward a more vertically integrated model and faces ongoing sensitivity to bitcoin price assumptions.MARA Accelerates Transformation with AI & HPC Expansion and Strategic MPLX Energy Partnership
Author: Qudus Adebara (Founder of Wane Investment House, Nigeria) MARA Holdings Inc. is executing a strategic pivot from a pure-play Bitcoin miner to a vertically integrated digital infrastructure company , anchored on AI & High-Performance Computing (HPC) expansion and energy-backed data center development.MARA: Vertically Integrated Buildout Will Test Execution Amid Heightened Crypto Regulatory Backdrop
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for MARA Holdings to $13, down from $18, as they factor in slower projected revenue growth, a higher discount rate, and execution that continues to lag vertically integrated mining peers despite the potential of its evolving strategy. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on MARA Holdings reflects a mixed but increasingly nuanced view of the company, with the latest actions underscoring both the upside tied to bitcoin leverage and the persistent concerns around execution and capital deployment.MARA: Future Integration Efforts Are Expected To Unlock Shareholder Value
Analysts have lowered their price target for MARA Holdings from $18 to $16, citing reduced future revenue and EBITDA forecasts. They also noted ongoing uncertainties around the company’s shift to a more vertically integrated business model.MARA: Expanding Industry Leadership Will Drive Long-Term Sector Opportunity
The analyst price target for MARA Holdings has increased slightly from $23.78 to $24.14, as analysts cite the company's industry leadership while noting a more cautious outlook following revised expectations for revenue growth and profit margins. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports offer a mixed view on MARA Holdings, highlighting both optimism and caution in their assessments.AI Infrastructure And Renewable Energy Will Unlock New Markets
The analyst price target for MARA Holdings has increased from $34 to $39 per share, reflecting analysts' confidence in the company's growing bitcoin treasury and its strong capital market position. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates highlight renewed optimism among analysts regarding MARA Holdings, as reflected in higher price targets and continued favorable ratings.AI Infrastructure And Renewable Energy Will Unlock New Markets
With no analyst reasoning provided and the top valuation metrics—Discount Rate (9.73%) and Net Profit Margin (3.98%)—remaining stable, MARA Holdings’ consensus analyst price target is unchanged at $23.87. What's in the News The White House has issued an order directing regulators to expand 401(k) access to crypto and other alternative investments, increasing risk exposure in retirement portfolios (Reuters, 2025-08-10).MARA Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MARA) 27% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
Jul 17
Further Upside For MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA) Shares Could Introduce Price Risks After 28% Bounce
May 04Take Care Before Jumping Onto MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA) Even Though It's 29% Cheaper
Mar 19MARA Holdings: Trump Trade That Wasn't; Buying Aggressively After Inauguration
Jan 23MARA Holdings: Second-Largest Bitcoin Company Trades At Deep Value
Jan 16What You Can Learn From MARA Holdings, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:MARA) P/S After Its 26% Share Price Crash
Jan 05
Tactical Data Center Expansion And NGON Partnership Will Boost Earnings And Net Margins
MARA Holdings' acquisition strategy and partnerships focus on cost efficiencies, potentially improving net margins via cheaper electricity and data center valuations.Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:MARA)
Dec 19CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$1b |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$927m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$679m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$329m |
| Dec 31 2024 | US$43m | US$950k | US$541m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$165m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$289m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$478m |
| Dec 31 2023 | US$36m | US$800k | US$259m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$284m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$357m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | -US$558m |
| Dec 31 2022 | US$7m | US$678k | -US$694m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$292m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$241m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | -US$138m |
| Dec 31 2021 | US$19m | US$340k | -US$30m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$53m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | -US$33m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$74m |
| Dec 31 2020 | US$47k | n/a | -US$10m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$6m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$5m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | -US$4m |
| Dec 31 2019 | US$20k | n/a | -US$4m |
Compensation vs Market: Fred's total compensation ($USD43.24M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD7.19M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Fred's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.
CEO
Fred Thiel (64 yo)
5.1yrs
Tenure
US$43,244,809
Compensation
Mr. Frederick G. Thiel, also known as Fred, is Senior Advisor of Graham Partners, Inc. He was Operating Partner of Graham Partners, Inc. from 2008. He is CEO & Executive Chairman of MARA Holdings, Inc. fro...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Executive Chairman | 5.1yrs | US$43.24m | 1.24% $ 56.7m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 2.9yrs | US$28.44m | 0.59% $ 26.8m | |
| General Counsel & Company Secretary | no data | US$11.59m | 0.26% $ 12.1m | |
| Chief Operating Officer | 13.2yrs | US$7.56m | no data | |
| Chief Accounting Officer | 2.3yrs | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief People Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Chief Product Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Commercial Officer | no data | no data | no data | |
| Vice President of Finance & Operations Control | no data | no data | no data |
2.9yrs
Average Tenure
50yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: MARA's management team is considered experienced (2.8 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Executive Chairman | 8.1yrs | US$43.24m | 1.24% $ 56.7m | |
| Lead Independent Director | 4.2yrs | US$622.96k | 0.045% $ 2.0m | |
| Independent Director | 5yrs | US$646.71k | 0.044% $ 2.0m | |
| Independent Director | 1.7yrs | US$251.62k | 0.014% $ 642.4k | |
| Member of Advisory Board | 4.6yrs | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 5yrs | US$664.21k | 0.047% $ 2.1m | |
| Independent Director | 1.7yrs | US$251.62k | 0.014% $ 642.4k | |
| Independent Director | 2.1yrs | US$599.21k | 0.015% $ 696.6k |
4.4yrs
Average Tenure
62yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: MARA's board of directors are considered experienced (4.3 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 22:11 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
MARA Holdings, Inc. is covered by 24 analysts. 13 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Ramsey El-Assal | Barclays |
| Gautam Chhugani | Bernstein |
| Gregory Lewis | BTIG |