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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#619
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Food Products
$18.9B
Lawrence E. Kurzius
McCormick & Company, Incorporated manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products. 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. The Flavor Solutions segment offers seasoning blends, spices and herbs, condiment, coating systems, and compound flavors to multinational food manufacturers.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = MKC ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MKC MCCORMICK & CO INC | 61 | 79 | 88 | 38 | 23.2x | 21.0x | 13.7% | 6.0% | 37.8% | 15.7% | 11.8% | 5.0% | 2.5% | 63.0x | $18.9B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
MCCORMICK & CO INC (MKC) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 60.8/100. It ranks #619 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 3-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Headcount
14.2K
HQ Base
Sparks, Maryland
Lagging peers — losers tend to keep underperforming
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Low volatility — smoother ride and historically better risk-adjusted returns
Moderate investment profile
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 79 | 91 | -12DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 38 | 27 | +11ALPHA |
| VALUATION | 88 | 93 | -5NEUTRAL |
| INVESTMENT | 40 | 74 | -34DRAG |
| STABILITY | 87 | 92 | -5NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 49 | 49 | 0NEUTRAL |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROIC 23.6% vs WACC 8.8% (spread +14.8%)
GM 38% vs sector 44%, OM 16% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover 1.94x, R&D intensity 1.6%
Rev growth 5%, 10yr history
Interest coverage 5.5x, Net debt/EBITDA 3.3x
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The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate MCCORMICK & CO INC (MKC) as a Hold with a composite score of 60.8/100 at a current price of $70.24. The stock presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to warrant new accumulation nor weak enough to justify selling.
MCCORMICK & CO INC holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 60.8/100 places it at rank #619 in our full universe.
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Value factor score of 88 suggests attractive pricing.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
MCCORMICK & CO INC represents a hold based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our model assigns MCCORMICK & CO INC a Hold rating, with a composite score of 60.8/100 and 3 out of 5 stars. Ranked #619 of 7,333 stocks, MKC presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to initiate new positions nor weak enough to warrant selling. Investors already holding may consider maintaining their position while monitoring for changes in the factor profile.
MKC earns a quality score of 79/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of 13.7% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 37.8% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of 11.8% (sector avg: 1.0%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
MKC carries a solid value score of 88/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 23.21x, an EV/EBITDA of 21.03x, a P/B ratio of 3.19x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
With an investment score of 40/100, MKC exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of 5.0% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of 6.0% (sector: 0.9%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.
MKC is currently showing below-average momentum at 38/100, which may indicate weakening institutional interest or negative sentiment shifts. Revenue growth stands at 5.0% year-over-year, while a beta of 0.28 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Investors should note that declining momentum can precede further price weakness, though contrarian opportunities sometimes emerge at these levels.
MCCORMICK & CO INC earns an excellent stability score of 87/100, reflecting low price volatility and a conservatively managed balance sheet. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.28 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 63.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). Stocks with this level of stability tend to act as portfolio anchors, providing downside protection during market corrections while still participating in broad market advances.
The short interest score of 49/100 for MKC suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 63.00x). With a $18.9B market cap (large-cap), MCCORMICK & CO INC may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
MKC pays a solid dividend yield of 2.5%, contributing an income component to total returns. This moderate yield suggests a balance between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for reinvestment — a common profile among quality compounders.
MCCORMICK & CO INC is a large-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #619 of 7,333 overall (92nd percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of 13.7% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 15.7% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While MKC currently exhibits a HOLD profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Key factor gap
Value (88) vs Momentum (38) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 84% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 823% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 14% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
McCormick reported Q3 earnings beating estimates, but stock dropped due to tariff pressures and lowered annual projections. The company's gross margins were impacted by global trade uncertainty and increased commodity costs.
McCormick reported solid fourth-quarter earnings, with revenue growth surpassing expectations despite facing supply chain challenges. The company's focus on innovation, brand marketing, and cost-saving initiatives has helped it maintain its market presence and profitability.
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