McCormick & Co (NYSE:MKC) Stock

McCormick & Co

In its 135-year history, McCormick has become the leading global manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of spices, herbs, extracts, seasonings, and other flavorings. Beyond consumers, McCormick's customer base includes top quick-service restaurants, retail grocery chains, and other packaged food and beverage manufacturers. And its reach is extensive, with nearly 40% of sales generated beyond its home turf to 150 other countries and territories. In addition to its namesake brand, the firm's portfolio includes Old Bay, Zatarain's, Thai Kitchen, Frank's RedHot, French's, and Cholula, among others.

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McCormick shares are trading higher after the company reported better-than-expected Q2 EPS and sales.

Wall Street entered full rally mode on Thursday, with the Nasdaq 100 extending its record-setting climb and the S&amp;P 500 approaching its February peak, as easing geopolitical fears and renewed hopes for a dovish Federal <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/federal-reserve">Reserve lifted investor sentiment.</a>
By midday in New York, the S&amp;P 500 was up 0.7% to 6,136, just nine points shy of its all-time high of 6,145. The Nasdaq 100 rose another 0.7% to 22,400, marking yet another intraday record.
Meanwhile, small caps surged, with the Russell 2000 jumping 1%, outperforming the broader market.
On the macro front, the first-quarter GDP was revised downward to -0.5% from the previous -0.2% figure, primarily due to a widening goods trade deficit linked to weaker exports. Yet, other data released Thursday painted a more positive picture.
Factory orders in May soared by 16.4% month-over-month to $343.6 billion, marking the biggest increase since July 2014. That followed a revised 6.6% drop in April and smashed market expectations of an 8.5% gain. Weekly jobless claims fell by 10,000 to 236,000 in the week ending June 21, while economists had forecast no change — another sign of labor market resilience.
Currency markets added fuel to the equity rally. The U.S. dollar index fell to 97, its lowest level since February 2022, as traders increasingly bet that the next Fed chair nominee — with a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/piero-cingari">shortlist reportedly down to four or five names</a> — will favor a dovish stance, potentially setting the stage for deeper rate cuts in 2026.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors traded in the green, except real estate. Energy stocks outperformed, rebounding after sharp down days as crude oil prices rose 2% to $66 per barrel.
Other commodities — especially metals — also rose, fueled by dollar weakness. Silver rose 1.2%, while palladium and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities/25/06/46120819/platinum-miners-forecasts-stocks">platinum</a> spiked 6.1% and 4.3%, respectively. Copper rose 2.8% hitting a three-month high, while gold held steady at $3,330 per ounce.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) was unchanged at $107,220. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>• Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,158.05</td>
<td>+1.0%</td>
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<td>• Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,355.44</td>
<td>+0.9%</td>
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<td>• Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>22,403.44</td>
<td>+0.7%</td>
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<td>• S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>6,136.45</td>
<td>+0.7%</td>
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<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>) rose 0.66% to $563.41.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) rose 0.8% to $433.26.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;soared 0.7% to $544.72.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rallied 1% to $214.05.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Energy&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) outperformed, up 1.5%; the&nbsp;Real Estate&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLRE#NYSE">XLRE</a>) lagged, down 0.8%.</li>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
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<li>Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) surged past $155 per share to hit record highs, becoming the world's most valuable company at $3.8 trillion.</li>
<li>Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>) slipped 1.1%, even after delivering <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings/analyst-color/25/06/46121658/micron-impresses-wall-street-with-strong-q3-earnings-continued-strength-in-ai-data-center">stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings</a>.</li>
<li>Other stocks reacting to earnings included Acuity Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>), up 7.1%; McCormick Company Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>), up 5.2% and Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>), up 0.8%.</li>
<li>Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCX#NYSE">FCX</a>) jumped 8%, lifted by rising metal prices, with industry peers Southern Copper Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SCCO#NYSE">SCCO</a>), Albemarle Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALB#NYSE">ALB</a>), and Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) all rallying between 7% and 8%.</li>
<li>Equinix Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQIX#NASDAQ">EQIX</a>) sank 8% after unveiling a long-term growth outlook that underwhelmed investors.</li>
<li>Nike Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) will report earnings after the close. </li>
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Stocks Rally To New Highs, Dollar Tumbles To 40-Month Lows: What's Driving Markets Thursday?

Flavoring products maker McCormick &amp; Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) shares jumped nearly 6% in Thursday&#8217;s premarket session after the company topped fiscal second quarter 2025 earnings estimates and reaffirmed its full-year outlook, with management highlighting strong positioning to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">offset tariff-related pressures</a>.
The company reported second-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 69 cents, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/06/n46111391/mccormick-reports-strong-second-quarter-performance-and-reaffirms-2025-outlook" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the analyst consensus estimate of 66 cents</a>. Quarterly sales of $1.659 billion outpaced the Street view of $1.658 billion.
Net sales increased 1% in the second quarter, driven by volume growth, and included a 1% unfavorable impact from currency. Organic sales growth of 2% was driven by volume.
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Consumer segment net sales increased by 3%, while Flavor Solutions segment net sales decreased by 1%.
Adjusted operating income was&nbsp;$258.6 million, 9.7% higher year over year. Adjusted operating margin jumped by 120 basis points year over year to 15.6%.
Adjusted gross profit in the quarter under review inched up by 0.5% to $622.8 million, while adjusted gross margin contracted by 20 basis points to 37.5%.
The company noted that most U.S. imports from Mexico and Canada already comply with the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. Its tariff mitigation strategy includes data-driven sourcing plans, cost-saving efforts, and revenue growth management.
&#8220;For this fiscal year, we are well positioned with our robust plans to mitigate current tariff-related costs, fuel growth investments, and expand operating margins,&#8221; said CEO Brendan M. Foley.&nbsp;
The company exited the quarter with cash and equivalents worth $124.1 million, with inventories worth $1.307 billion.
Long-term debt contracted to $3.099 billion, down from $3.593 billion as of November 30, 2024.
For the fiscal year 2025, McCormick reaffirmed its net sales, adjusted operating profit, and adjusted earnings per share outlook. The company projects net sales growth of 0% to 2%, with operating income of 2% to 4%.
The company reaffirmed its full-year 2025 adjusted earnings per share guidance of $3.03 to $3.08, compared to the consensus estimate of $3.04.
Price Action: MKC shares are trading higher by 5.92% to $78.00 premarket at last check Thursday.
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McCormick Says It Can Mitigate Current Tariff Related Costs, Fuel Growth Investments, Stock Soars

Mccormick Says It Is "Well Positioned" To Mitigate Current Tariff Related Costs, Fuel Growth Investments, And Expand Operating Margins

McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) affirms FY2025 Adj EPS guidance from $3.03-$3.08 to $3.03-$3.08 vs $3.04 analyst estimate..

McCormick & Co Affirms FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance of $3.03-$3.08 vs $3.04 Est; Projects Net Sales Growth Of 0%-2%

McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.69 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.66 by 4.7 percent. This is unchanged from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.659 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.658 billion by 0.04 percent. This is a 0.97 percent increase over sales of $1.643 billion the same period last year.

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McCormick & Co Q2 Adj. EPS $0.69 Beats $0.66 Estimate, Sales $1.659B Beat $1.658B Estimate

U.S. futures rose on Thursday after a mixed close on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices were trading higher.
During his testimony to Congress, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled slower growth and hotter inflation after the central bank left interest rates unchanged.
President Donald Trump, who has been pushing the Fed to cut rates, said that he could announce Powell&#8217;s successor by September, whose term ends later in May 2026, <a href="https://www.wsj.com/economy/central-banking/trump-next-federal-reserve-chair-powell-d3edcb9c?mod=hp_lead_pos1">reported</a> the Wall Street Journal. 
The 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.28% and the two-year bond was at 3.76%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 75.2% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its July meeting.
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<td>Futures</td>
<td>Change (+/-)</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>0.20%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>0.26%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>0.40%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>0.12%</td>
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, were higher in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 0.28% at $608.84, while the QQQ advanced 0.41% to $543.36, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
Information technology and communication services stocks bucked the overall market trend, closing higher on Wednesday, while most sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with real estate, consumer staples, and utilities recording the biggest losses.
At a NATO meeting in the Netherlands, President Trump stated that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran remains in effect, and the United States will persist in pressuring Tehran. He clarified that while sanctions are still in place, Iran is presently permitted to sell oil to China.
Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) spearheaded chipmaker gains, increasing 3.6% and reaching its highest level since early December 2024. Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) shares also surged 4.3% on Wednesday.
On the economic front, U.S. sales of new single-family homes decreased by 13.7% from the previous month, reaching an annualized rate of 623,000 units in May. U.S. building permits declined by 2% to an annualized rate of 1.394 million in May.
The Dow Jones index ended 507 points or 0.25% lower at 42,982.43, whereas the S&amp;P 500 index fell 0.0003% to 6,092.16. Nasdaq Composite advanced 0.31% to 19,973.55, and the small-cap gauge, Russell 2000, tumbled 1.16% to end at 2,136.18.
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<td>Nasdaq Composite</td>
<td>0.31%</td>
<td>19,973.55</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>-0.00033%</td>
<td>6,092.16</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>-0.25%</td>
<td>42,982.43</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>-1.16%</td>
<td>2,136.18</td>
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Insights From Analysts:
Liz Ann Sonders, the chief investment strategist at Schwab, said that the Middle East remains unstable, but maybe not as unstable as it looked a few days ago, so the market shook off the fear and rose.
&#8220;There was a spike in oil and concerns over the weekend and what futures signaled Sunday night, but things aren&#8217;t as bad as expected, and we&#8217;re not seeing escalation, so markets rallied.&#8221;
Talking about international equities, Brock Weimer, an investment strategist at Edward Jones, said that &#8220;We believe the more compelling opportunity lies in U.S. equities over the next one to three years. As part of our opportunistic asset-allocation guidance, we recommend a slight underweight to international developed equities in favor of U.S. stocks.&#8221;
Meanwhile, Louis Navellier commented on Powell&#8217;s Congress testimony and said, &#8220;So, despite the fact that three other Fed members are now signaling a July key interest rate cut, Chairman Powell remains a hawk and continues to ignore favorable inflation data as well as lower Treasury yields.&#8221;
&#8220;The Fed has been anticipating an inflation &#8216;bogeyman&#8217; that has not materialized. Central banks around the world continue to cut key interest rates. Deflation is becoming increasingly common around the world, especially in China,&#8221; Navellier said.
Talking about the U.S. dollar, he said he expects the U.S. dollar to &#8220;firm up&#8221; due to;
(1) higher interest rates compared to the rest of the world, (2) stronger economic growth, and (3) military might.
&#8220;A strong U.S. dollar is also naturally deflationary, since commodities are priced in U.S. dollars,&#8221; he added.
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Thursday:
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<li>May&#8217;s advanced U.S. trade balance in goods, retail inventories, and wholesale inventories, along with the initial jobless claims data for the week ended June 21, will be released by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>May&#8217;s headline and core durable-goods orders and second revision for the first quarter GDP will also be released at 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack will speak at 9:00 a.m., and pending home sales for May will be out by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
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Stocks In Focus:
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<li>Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>) was up 0.27% in premarket on Thursday as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 34 cents per share on revenue of $36.84 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Acuity Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>) advanced 1.35% as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $4.43 per share on revenue of $1.15 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Nike Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) was 0.74% higher as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 13 cents per share on revenue of $10.72 billion after the closing bell.</li>
<li>McCormick &amp; Company Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) rose 0.84% as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 65 cents per share on revenue of $1.66 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Worthington Steel Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WS#NYSE">WS</a>) jumped 16.15% after reporting stronger-than-expected financial results for the fourth quarter. The company reported quarterly earnings of $1.05 per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of 82 cents per share.</li>
<li>Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>) was up 2.18% after reporting better-than-expected financial results for the third quarter after the market closed on Wednesday. The company said it expects fourth-quarter revenue of $10.7 billion, plus or minus $300 million, versus estimates of $9.88 billion.</li>
<li>Bumble Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BMBL#NASDAQ">BMBL</a>) gained 0.61% after announcing 30% of job cuts and restructuring plans.</li>
<li>Bit Digital Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BTBT#NASDAQ">BTBT</a>) tumbled 3.83% commenced an underwritten public offering of its ordinary shares, with all shares being offered by the company.</li>
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Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 0.15% to hover around $65.02 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar rose 0.29% to hover around $3,341.87 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was lower by 0.54% at the 97.1550 level.
Asian markets ended lower on Thursday, except Japan's Nikkei 225 and India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex indices. While Australia's ASX 200, China&#8217;s CSI 300, South Korea's Kospi and Hong Kong's Hang Seng advanced. European markets were mostly higher in early trade.
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<h3>Companies Reporting Before The Bell</h3>
• HIVE Digital Technologies (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HIVE#NASDAQ">HIVE</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.11 per share on revenue of $31.47 million. 
• Orion Energy Sys (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OESX#NASDAQ">OESX</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.03 per share on revenue of $21.08 million. 
• Lindsay (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNN#NYSE">LNN</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $1.40 per share on revenue of $157.90 million. 
• Walgreens Boots Alliance (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WBA#NASDAQ">WBA</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.34 per share on revenue of $36.72 billion. 
• McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $0.66 per share on revenue of $1.66 billion. 
• Acuity (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AYI#NYSE">AYI</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $4.49 per share on revenue of $1.16 billion. 
<h3>Companies Reporting After The Bell</h3>
• Origin Agritech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEED#NASDAQ">SEED</a>) is likely to report earnings for its first quarter. 
• Aethlon Medical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEMD#NASDAQ">AEMD</a>) is estimated to report earnings for its fourth quarter. 
• Nike (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKE#NYSE">NKE</a>) is expected to report quarterly earnings at $0.12 per share on revenue of $10.70 billion. 
• American Outdoor Brands (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AOUT#NASDAQ">AOUT</a>) is projected to report quarterly loss at $0.11 per share on revenue of $48.46 million. 
• Concentrix (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CNXC#NASDAQ">CNXC</a>) is estimated to report quarterly earnings at $2.75 per share on revenue of $2.38 billion. 
• Enerpac Tool Group (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EPAC#NYSE">EPAC</a>) is projected to report quarterly earnings at $0.47 per share on revenue of $162.20 million. 
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Earnings Scheduled For June 26, 2025

McCormick &amp; Company, Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) will release earnings results for the second quarter, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MKC/earnings">before the opening bell on Thursday, June 26.</a>
Analysts expect the Hunt Valley, Maryland-based company to report quarterly earnings at 65 cents per share, down from 69 cents per share in the year-ago period. McCormick projects to report quarterly revenue of $1.66 billion, compared to $1.64 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On June 24, McCormick declared a quarterly dividend of 45 cents per share.
McCormick shares fell 1.4% to close at $73.64 on Wednesday.
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Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/mkc/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>JP Morgan analyst Ken Goldman maintained an Underweight rating and raised the price target from $66 to $69 on Jan. 24, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 80%.</li>
<li>TD Cowen analyst Robert Moskow upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy and increased the price target from $86 to $90 on Jan. 8, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%.</li>
<li>Jefferies analyst Rob Dickerson upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy and raised the price target from $85 to $91 on Dec. 9, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 66%.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Matthew Smith maintained a Hold rating and boosted the price target from $75 to $85 on Oct. 2, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 62%.</li>
<li>Argus Research analyst John Staszak upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy with a price target of $88 on April 2, 2024. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%</li>
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McCormick Gears Up For Q2 Print; Here Are The Recent Forecast Changes From Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts

McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) is gearing up to announce its quarterly earnings on Thursday, 2025-06-26. Here's a quick overview of what investors should know before the release.
Analysts are estimating that McCormick &amp; Co will report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.66.
The market awaits McCormick &amp; Co's announcement, with hopes high for news of surpassing estimates and providing upbeat guidance for the next quarter.
It's important for new investors to understand that guidance can be a significant driver of stock prices.
<h3>Earnings Track Record</h3>
Last quarter the company missed EPS by $0.04, which was followed by a 0.8% increase in the share price the next day.
Here's a look at McCormick &amp; Co's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.64</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>0.67</td>
<td>0.59</td>
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<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.60</td>
<td>0.80</td>
<td>0.83</td>
<td>0.69</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
<td>-2.0%</td>
<td>0.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1750874467_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of McCormick &amp; Co were trading at $74.71 as of June 24. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 4.33%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Insights Shared by Analysts on McCormick &amp; Co</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on McCormick &amp; Co.
Analysts have provided McCormick &amp; Co with 2 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $80.0, suggesting a potential 7.08% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The analysis below examines the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of and McCormick &amp; Co, three significant industry players, providing valuable insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<h3>Overview of Peer Analysis</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for and McCormick &amp; Co are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
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<td>McCormick &amp; Co</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>0.17%</td>
<td>$604M</td>
<td>3.03%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
McCormick &amp; Co ranks in the middle among peers for Consensus rating. It is at the bottom for Revenue Growth, with a growth rate of 0.17%. The company is at the top for Gross Profit, reporting $604M. In terms of Return on Equity, McCormick &amp; Co is in the middle with a rate of 3.03%.
<h3>Discovering McCormick &amp; Co: A Closer Look</h3>
In its 135-year history, McCormick has become the leading global manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of spices, herbs, extracts, seasonings, and other flavorings. Beyond consumers, McCormick's customer base includes top quick-service restaurants, retail grocery chains, and other packaged food and beverage manufacturers. And its reach is extensive, with nearly 40% of sales generated beyond its home turf to 150 other countries and territories. In addition to its namesake brand, the firm's portfolio includes Old Bay, Zatarain's, Thai Kitchen, Frank's RedHot, French's, and Cholula, among others.
<h3>Key Indicators: McCormick &amp; Co's Financial Health</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining McCormick &amp; Co's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 0.17% as of 28 February, 2025, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Staples sector.
Net Margin: McCormick &amp; Co's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 10.11%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): McCormick &amp; Co's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 3.03% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): McCormick &amp; Co's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 1.25% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: McCormick &amp; Co's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.79, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
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This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Citigroup analyst Thomas Palmer maintains McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $80 to $77.

Citigroup Maintains Neutral on McCormick & Co, Lowers Price Target to $77

UBS analyst Bryan Adams initiates coverage on McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $83.

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UBS Initiates Coverage On McCormick & Co with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $83

Government health agencies are pushing forward an <a target="_blank" href="https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/hhs-fda-phase-out-petroleum-based-synthetic-dyes-nations-food-supply" rel="noreferrer noopener">overhaul of food additive rules</a> to remove petroleum-based artificial dyes from products sold in the U.S.
The effort, revealed on Wednesday, falls under health secretary&nbsp;Robert F. Kennedy Jr's larger "Make America Healthy Again" plan, which seeks to boost national health by tightening dietary guidelines.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services introduced a roadmap outlining the shift toward plant-based food colorings across the industry.
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"For too long, some food producers have been feeding Americans petroleum-based chemicals without their knowledge or consent," said HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
"These poisonous compounds offer no nutritional benefit and pose real, measurable dangers to our children's health and development. That era is coming to an end.
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Regulators are coordinating with manufacturers to eliminate six commonly used food colorings: FD&amp;C Red No. 40, FD&amp;C Yellow Nos. 5 and 6, FD&amp;C Green No. 3, and FD&amp;C Blue Nos. 1 and 2 by the end of next year.
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Shares of consumer staple companies are trading higher following President Trump's decision to implement a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

BofA Securities analysts Bryan D. Spillane, Lisa K. Lewandowski and Peter T. Galbo have put forward on Tuesday their research findings on consumer staple companies in the face of a potential recession.
The analysts said consumer staples have historically outperformed the S&amp;P 500 in most recent recessions, suggesting a defensive edge.
However, the analysts warned that current conditions, such as lingering high prices and weak volume growth, may limit their resilience in a future downturn.
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Still, their limited exposure to new tariffs could make the sector more appealing than others, potentially helping sustain valuation multiples.
During recessions, the Consumer Staples sector stock prices are primarily influenced by earnings per share (EPS) rather than sales growth.
Analysis shows that forward EPS estimates account for over 90% of stock price movement across key subsectors like Beverages, Household &amp; Personal Care (HPC), Packaged Food, and Tobacco, with the correlation being the tightest Beverages and HPC.
The analysts noted that this highlights the critical importance of earnings strength when evaluating stock performance in uncertain economic conditions.
A review of six past recessions reveals that certain Consumer Staples stocks consistently outperformed the S&amp;P 500.
Campbell Soup Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPB#NYSE">CPB</a>), Colgate-Palmolive Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CL#NYSE">CL</a>), General Mills Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GIS#NYSE">GIS</a>), McCormick &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>), PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>), and Hormel Foods Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) each posted a 100% success rate in outperforming the index during those downturns.
In the last four recessions with the most comprehensive data, McCormick, General Mills, and Church &amp; Dwight Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) delivered the strongest relative performance.
Top-performing Consumer Staples stocks in a potential downturn will likely share three traits: profit flexibility to offset revenue pressure and rising costs, strong U.S. manufacturing presence to limit tariff-related inflation, and solid balance sheets capable of sustaining share buybacks to boost earnings per share.
Analysts see McCormick, Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) and Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>) as well-defended, with Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KDP#NASDAQ">KDP</a>), Molson Coors Beverage Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAP#NYSE">TAP</a>) and Altria Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MO#NYSE">MO</a>) in the next tier of potential outperformers.
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Looking into the current session, McCormick &amp; Co Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) shares are trading at $78.53, after a 2.85% decrease. Over the past month, the stock decreased by 4.94%, but over the past year, it actually increased by 3.84%. With questionable short-term performance like this, and great long-term performance, long-term shareholders might want to start looking into the company's price-to-earnings ratio. 

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<h3>How Does McCormick &amp; Co P/E Compare to Other Companies?</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of 23.03 in the Food Products industry, McCormick &amp; Co Inc. has a higher P/E ratio of 27.88. Shareholders might be inclined to think that McCormick &amp; Co Inc. might perform better than its industry group. It's also possible that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743789625_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In summary, while the price-to-earnings ratio is a valuable tool for investors to evaluate a company's market performance, it should be used with caution. A low P/E ratio can be an indication of undervaluation, but it can also suggest weak growth prospects or financial instability. Moreover, the P/E ratio is just one of many metrics that investors should consider when making investment decisions, and it should be evaluated alongside other financial ratios, industry trends, and qualitative factors. By taking a comprehensive approach to analyzing a company's financial health, investors can make well-informed decisions that are more likely to lead to successful outcomes.

Intraday Update

Price Over Earnings Overview: McCormick & Co

Shares of McCormick &amp; Co Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) are <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">trading lower in premarket</a> on Tuesday after the company reported worse-than-expected first-quarter FY25 earnings.
The company reported<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/n44470121/mccormick-reports-solid-first-quarter-performance-and-reaffirms-2025-outlook" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> first-quarter sales growth</a> of 0.2% year-on-year to $1.605 billion, missing the analyst consensus estimate of $1.612 billion.
Flavor Solutions segment sales increased 1% from the first quarter of 2024 to&nbsp;$686 million, including a 2% unfavorable impact from currency.
Consumer segment sales of&nbsp;$919 million&nbsp;were consistent with the first quarter of 2024 and included a 1% unfavorable impact from currency.
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Gross profit was $604 million, with the margin expanding 20 basis points Y/Y to 37.6%.
Adjusted operating margin contracted 80 basis points to 14%. Adjusted EPS of $0.60 <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" rel="noreferrer noopener">missed the consensus estimate of $0.64.</a>
McCormick held $102.8 million in cash and equivalents as of February-end. The company generated an operating cash flow of $115.5 million in the quarter.
&#8220;We are pleased to start the year with solid first quarter results that are in line with our expectations, as we are managing a dynamic environment,&#8221; said President and CEO Brendan M. Foley.
Outlook Reaffirmed: McCormick sees FY25 sales growth of 0% – 2%. The company expects an adjusted EPS of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance">$3.03 – $3.08 versus an estimate of $3.07.</a>
The outlook reflects plans to offset costs related to U.S. import tariffs on&nbsp;China&nbsp;with CCI savings and targeted price adjustments.
Due to continued uncertainty regarding the implementation dates and scope of additional potential U.S. import tariffs or retaliatory tariffs put in place by other countries, this outlook does not include any additional impact from tariff actions in 2025.
Price Action: MKC shares traded lower by 3.42% at $77.60 in premarket at last check Tuesday.
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Why Is Food Company McCormick Stock Trading Lower Today?

McCormick Reaffirms FY25 Net Sales Growth Outlook Of 1% - 3% In Constant Currency

McCormick &amp; Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.60 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.64 by 6.25 percent. This is a 4.76 percent decrease over earnings of $0.63 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.60 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.61 billion by 0.31 percent. This is a 0.12 percent increase over sales of $1.60 billion the same period last year.

Earnings Misses

McCormick & Co Q1 Adj $0.60 Misses $0.64 Estimate, Sales $1.60B Miss $1.61B Estimate

Press Releases

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McCormick & Company to Report 2025 First Quarter Financial Results on March 25, 2025

McCORMICK REPORTS SOLID FIRST QUARTER PERFORMANCE AND REAFFIRMS 2025 OUTLOOK

Dividends

McCormick Declares $0.45 Quarterly Dividend

McCormick Honors 2025 Unsung Heroes; Awards $105,000 in Total Scholarships to Student-Athletes

McCormick & Company to Participate in Deutsche Bank's Annual dbAccess Global Consumer Conference

McCormick Announces Kasey Jenkins' Plan to Retire

McCormick & Company to Report 2025 Second Quarter Financial Results on June 26, 2025

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