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McCormick & Company Incorporated (MKC-V)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: MKC-V (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -14.59% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 20.49B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 26.76 | 1Y Target Price - |
Price to earnings Ratio 26.76 | 1Y Target Price - | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.68 | 52 Weeks Range 67.45 - 85.00 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 67.45 - 85.00 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.34% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.87 |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-06-25 | When Before Market | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.5% | Operating Margin (TTM) 15.65% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.19% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.12% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 26.76 | Forward PE 25.13 | Enterprise Value 24817388285 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.04 |
Enterprise Value 24817388285 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.04 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.68 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 18.74 | Shares Outstanding 15327700 | Shares Floating 264689565 |
Shares Outstanding 15327700 | Shares Floating 264689565 | ||
Percent Insiders 20.28 | Percent Institutions 8.67 |
Upturn AI SWOT
McCormick & Company Incorporated

Company Overview
History and Background
McCormick & Company was founded in 1889 in Baltimore, Maryland. It started as a small flavoring extract company and has grown into a global leader in flavor, manufacturing, marketing, and distributing spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavoring products.
Core Business Areas
- Consumer Segment: Sells spices, herbs, seasonings, and sauces directly to consumers through retail channels. This includes brands like McCormick, Lawry's, and Club House.
- Flavor Solutions Segment: Provides flavors, seasoning blends, and other food solutions to food manufacturers and foodservice businesses.
Leadership and Structure
McCormick is led by a board of directors and a senior management team. Lawrence E. Kurzius is the Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company is structured into global business units based on geographical regions and customer segments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Market Share (%): 20
- McCormick Spices and Seasonings: A wide range of spices, herbs, and seasoning blends for home cooking and foodservice. McCormick holds a significant market share in the spices and seasonings category globally. Competitors include Unilever (Knorr), Kerry Group, and private label brands.
- Frank's RedHot: A popular hot sauce brand known for its distinctive flavor and heat. It competes with other hot sauce brands like Tabasco (MMC), Cholula (PEP), and Sriracha.
- Market Share (%): 25
- French's Mustard: A well-known brand of mustard and other condiments like ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Competitors include Unilever (Hellmann's), Kraft Heinz (Heinz), and private label brands.
- Market Share (%): 15
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The flavor industry is driven by consumer demand for convenient and flavorful food experiences. Trends include increasing interest in ethnic cuisines, natural and organic products, and healthier options. The industry is competitive, with a mix of large multinational companies and smaller niche players.
Positioning
McCormick is positioned as a global leader in flavor, with a strong brand portfolio and a wide distribution network. Its competitive advantages include its scale, its product innovation, and its relationships with both retailers and foodservice customers.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global spices and seasonings market is projected to reach $26.6 billion by 2028. McCormick is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its diversified product portfolio and global reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition and reputation
- Global distribution network
- Diversified product portfolio
- Strong relationships with retailers and foodservice customers
- Innovation in flavor solutions
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Dependence on key customers
- Intense competition in the spices and seasonings market
- Potential for product recalls
Opportunities
- Expanding into emerging markets
- Acquiring complementary businesses
- Developing new products and flavor solutions
- Capitalizing on the growing demand for natural and organic products
Threats
- Increased competition from private label brands
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns
- Disruptions in the supply chain
- Currency fluctuations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- UNVR.AS
- KERRY.IR
- PEP
Competitive Landscape
McCormick is a dominant player in the spices and seasonings market. Its key advantages include its strong brand recognition, its global distribution network, and its focus on innovation. However, the company faces intense competition from other large multinational companies and smaller niche players.
Major Acquisitions
Cholula Hot Sauce
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 800
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded McCormick's hot sauce portfolio and increased its presence in the growing hot sauce market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: McCormick has grown both organically and through acquisitions. The company's historical growth rate has been driven by its strong brand portfolio, its global distribution network, and its focus on innovation.
Future Projections: Analysts expect McCormick to continue to grow revenue at a moderate pace. Earnings growth is expected to be driven by cost savings and new product introductions.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding into new markets, investing in new technologies, and streamlining operations.
Summary
McCormick & Company is a strong player in the flavor industry with a solid global presence. Its diverse product portfolio and brand recognition are key strengths. Rising commodity prices and intense competition could pose challenges. Strategic acquisitions and innovation are essential for future growth and maintaining market leadership.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10K, 10Q)
- Market Research Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Website
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About McCormick & Company Incorporated
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Hunt Valley, MD, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2003-10-07 | President, CEO & Chairman Mr. Brendan M. Foley | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 14100 | |
Full time employees 14100 |
McCormick & Company, Incorporated manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the food industry. It operates in two segments, Consumer and Flavor Solutions. The Consumer segment offers spices, herbs, and seasonings, as well as condiments and sauces, and desserts. This segment markets its products under the McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Lawry's, Cholula Hot Sauce, Club House, Gourmet Garden, and OLD BAY brands in the Americas; Ducros, Schwartz, Kamis, LA Drogheria, and Vahiné brands in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa; and McCormick and DaQiao brands in the Asia/Pacific, as well as markets desserts under the Aeroplane brand and packaged chilled herbs under the Gourmet Garden brand name; and markets regional and ethnic brands, such as Zatarain's, Stubb's, Thai Kitchen, and Simply Asia. It also supplies its products under the private labels. This segment serves retailers comprising grocery, mass merchandise, warehouse clubs, discount and drug stores, and e-commerce retailers directly and indirectly through distributors and wholesale foodservice suppliers. The Flavor Solutions segment offers seasoning blends, spices and herbs, condiments, coating systems, and compound flavors to multinational food manufacturers and foodservice customers. It serves foodservice customers directly and indirectly through distributors. The company was founded in 1889 and is headquartered in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

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