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Banco Macro SA B ADR(BMA)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
3-STAR RATING
PASS
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$66.04
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BMA

10/23/2026: BMA (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Banco Macro SA is a major Argentine private-sector bank known for its extensive retail footprint and strong historical presence in the country's interior provinces. The company's primary strength lies in its solid deposit base and conservative capital management, which provide resilience in a volatile environment. Its main investment story centers on the potential for growth as the Argentine economy stabilizes and demand for private sector credit increases. However, investors face material risks related to macroeconomic volatility, currency devaluation, and intense regulatory oversight. The stock best suits value-oriented investors who can tolerate high risk and monitor the complex interplay between local government policy and bank performance.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitLong-term growth is constrained by the cyclical nature of the Argentine economy.
Momentum investorMixed fitSubject to high momentum during market-friendly political cycles, conditional on positive macro signals.
Value investorStrong fitOften trades at low valuation multiples relative to book value due to country-specific risk discounts.
Dividend investorWeak fitDividend reliability is hampered by regulatory restrictions from the Argentine Central Bank.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh exposure to sovereign debt and currency volatility makes this a high-risk investment.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe ADR frequently experiences sharp price swings linked to Argentine political and economic news.
Valuation riskMediumMarket valuations are often driven more by macro sentiment than fundamental earnings multiples.
Competition risk (Banking)MediumIncreasing competition from fintech and digital-only banks threatens traditional fee income.
Business qualityMediumWhile the franchise is established, the quality is inextricably linked to the volatile local regulatory environment.
Dividend incomeHighPayouts are not guaranteed and are sensitive to Central Bank of Argentina policy.
Execution riskMedium / highSuccessfully navigating inflationary environments requires precise asset-liability management.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 199.64%
Avg. Invested days 43
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BMA receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BMA has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+3.6%) is partially offset by soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.0%), negative revenue growth (-10.0%), soft profitability (net margin 5.8%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BMA's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $1.6B (0.0% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is BMA's strongest growth driver at +3.6% FY2025 versus FY2024 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-10.0%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-99.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 12.2% (soft) and 33.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (moderate). Insider ownership is only 0.16%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Aquamarine Financial (Cayman) Ltd 0.13%
PointState Capital LP 0.12%
BlackRock Inc 0.11%
Samlyn Capital, LLC 0.11%
Turim 21 Investimentos Ltda 0.08%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BMA generates approximately $505 of gross profit, $102 of operating income, and $0 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and moderate capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 43.11%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BMA has a relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.02B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.87
1Y Target Price 104.95
Price to earnings Ratio 12.87
1Y Target Price 104.95
Volume (30-day avg) 298.0K shares
Beta 0.41
52 Weeks Range 61.50 - 103.00
Updated Date 10/23/2026
52 Weeks Range 61.50 - 103.00
Updated Date 10/23/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.89

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Net Interest IncomeInterest earned on loans and securities net of interest paid on deposits.The bank earns most of its money by managing the spread between interest earned from borrowers and interest paid to savers.
Fee-Based IncomeAccount maintenance fees, credit card services, and insurance commissions.These are stable, non-interest revenues derived from day-to-day banking operations.
Argentina (Geography)All operations and earnings derived from the domestic Argentine market.The bank's success is entirely dependent on the economic health and stability of the Argentine market.
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Valuation

Trailing PE 12.87
Forward PE 3.1
Enterprise Value -1.65T
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value -1.65T
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.22
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 62.82M
Shares Floating 21.12M
Shares Outstanding 62.82M
Shares Floating 21.12M
Percent Insiders 0.16
Percent Institutions 12.25

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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