McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS (MKC) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
In its 135-plus-year history, McCormick has become the leading global manufacturer of spices, herbs, extracts, seasonings, and other flavorings. In addition to its namesake brand, the firm's portfo...
McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS (MKC) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 8.36 (historical range: 7.48–43.30, median: 29.20), placing it at the 5th percentile — cheap relative to its history, P/S ratio of 1.62 (range: 1.55–4.89, 1th percentile — cheap relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 16.66 (range: 12.97–39.46, 6th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS's P/E ratio has contracted by 27% over the observed period (from an average of 32.8 to 23.8).
McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 8.36 | 29.20 | 5th | cheap relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 1.62 | 3.41 | 1th | cheap relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 16.66 | 25.91 | 6th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 7.43% | 3.36% | 97th | cheap relative to its history |
McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS (MKC) Valuation & P/E History
McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS (MKC) is a US-listed stock operating in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically the Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products industry currently trading at $46.35 with a market capitalization of $12.5 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for MKC based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 8.36 is below the historical median of 29.20, placing MKC at the 5th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 1.62 compares to a median of 3.41.
MKC Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS's current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether MKC is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests MKC is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS.
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is MKC Overvalued or Undervalued?
McCormick & Company, Incorporated Non-VTG CS trades well below its historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 4 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive MKC is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full MKC analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.MKC trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.