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McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$54.64 +0.20 (+0.36%)
Closing price 08/14/2026 03:59 PM Eastern
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$54.71 +0.07 (+0.12%)
As of 08/14/2026 07:55 PM Eastern
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McCormick & Company, Incorporated - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
7
Buy
6

Based on 13 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for McCormick & Company, Incorporated in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 13 analysts, 7 have given a hold rating, and 6 have given a buy rating for MKC.

Consensus Price Target

$60.50
10.71% Upside
According to the 13 analysts' twelve-month price targets for McCormick & Company, Incorporated, the average price target is $60.50. The highest price target for MKC is $75.00, while the lowest price target for MKC is $52.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 10.71% from the current price of $54.65.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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MKC Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
8/15/25 to 8/15/26
1 Month Ago
7/16/25 to 7/16/26
3 Months Ago
5/17/25 to 5/17/26
1 Year Ago
8/15/24 to 8/15/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
6 Buy rating(s)
6 Buy rating(s)
6 Buy rating(s)
3 Buy rating(s)
Hold
7 Hold rating(s)
6 Hold rating(s)
8 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$60.50$60.50$64.27$83.00
Forecasted Upside10.71% Upside14.39% Upside38.95% Upside19.12% Upside
Consensus RatingHoldHoldHoldHold

MKC Analyst Recommendations By Month

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MKC Price Targets by Month

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McCormick & Company, Incorporated Stock vs. The Competition

TypeMcCormick & Company, IncorporatedConsumer Staples CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.46
2.24
2.53
Consensus RatingHoldHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside10.71% Upside146.31% Upside11.04% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
8/5/2026
Weiss Ratings logo
Weiss Ratings
5 of 5 stars
 UpgradeSell (D+)Hold (C-)
6/26/2026
Barclays PLC logo
Barclays
3 of 5 stars
Andrew Lazar
1 of 5 stars
Lower TargetEqual Weight$57.00 ➝ $55.00+9.58%
6/26/2026
TD Cowen logo
TD Cowen
3 of 5 stars
Robert Moskow
Robert Moskow
Not Rated
Lower TargetBuy$64.00 ➝ $60.00+19.54%
6/26/2026Boost TargetNeutral$51.00 ➝ $52.00+3.60%
6/26/2026Lower TargetOutperform$77.00 ➝ $68.00+34.81%
6/26/2026Boost TargetBuy$59.00 ➝ $60.00+24.63%
6/12/2026Lower TargetOverweight$64.00 ➝ $63.00+28.49%
6/4/2026Lower TargetBuy$64.00 ➝ $62.00+32.29%
4/14/2026Initiated CoverageNeutral
4/7/2026 UpgradeStrong SellHold
4/1/2026 Lower TargetHold$65.00 ➝ $55.00+11.94%
4/1/2026Lower TargetOutperform$83.00 ➝ $75.00+52.60%
3/26/2026 Lower TargetHold$69.00 ➝ $55.00+9.26%
6/17/2025Lower TargetNeutral$80.00 ➝ $77.00+4.57%
3/27/2025DowngradeBuyHold
10/2/2024 Boost TargetBuy$95.00 ➝ $96.00+14.19%

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Should I Buy McCormick & Company, Incorporated Stock? MKC Pros and Cons Explained

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McCormick & Company, Incorporated
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in McCormick & Company, Incorporated:

  • The company recently reported earnings per share (EPS) of $0.80, exceeding analysts' expectations, which indicates strong financial performance and potential for growth.
  • McCormick & Company, Incorporated has shown a significant year-over-year revenue increase of approximately 16.7%, suggesting robust demand for its products.
  • The current stock price is around $60.50, which reflects a stable valuation in the market, making it an attractive option for investors looking for reliable stocks.
  • The company has a solid net margin of 21.91%, indicating effective cost management and profitability, which can lead to higher returns for shareholders.
  • McCormick & Company, Incorporated has a dividend yield of 3.8%, providing investors with a steady income stream, which is appealing for those seeking regular returns.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in McCormick & Company, Incorporated for these reasons:

  • Analysts have mixed ratings on the stock, with six holding a "Buy" rating and one issuing a "Sell" rating, indicating uncertainty in future performance.
  • Some analysts have recently lowered their price targets for the stock, which may suggest a lack of confidence in its short-term growth potential.
  • The company's dividend payout ratio is currently at 31.95%, which, while sustainable, may limit the potential for future dividend increases.
  • Market conditions can be volatile, and fluctuations in commodity prices could impact the cost structure and profitability of McCormick & Company, Incorporated.
  • As a global leader in spices and seasonings, the company faces intense competition, which could affect its market share and pricing power.

MKC Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 13 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for McCormick & Company, Incorporated is $60.50, with a high forecast of $75.00 and a low forecast of $52.00.

13 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for McCormick & Company, Incorporated in the last year. There are currently 7 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "hold" MKC shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in MKC, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.

According to analysts, McCormick & Company, Incorporated's stock has a predicted upside of 10.71% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, McCormick & Company, Incorporated's stock had 1 upgrade and 1 downgrade by analysts.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft, Jefferies Financial Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Sanford C. Bernstein, TD Cowen, UBS Group, and Weiss Ratings in the past 90 days.

Analysts like McCormick & Company, Incorporated more than other "consumer staples" companies. The consensus rating score for McCormick & Company, Incorporated is 2.46 while the average consensus rating score for "consumer staples" companies is 2.24. Learn more on how MKC compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:MKC) was last updated on 8/15/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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