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JPMorgan Lowers its Price Target on McCormick & Company. (MKC) to $64

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JPMorgan Lowers its Price Target on McCormick & Company. (MKC) to $64 McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE:MKC) is one of the 10 Best Stocks That Beat Earnings Estimates…
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  • FY26 adjusted EPS guidance of $3.05-$3.13 versus $3.09 consensus

    60% confidence

  • The company delivered growth in sales, operating income, and earnings per share, supported by the McCormick de Mexico acquisition and organic growth across both segments, alongside cost discipline that drove margin expansion

    60% confidence

  • Expected revenue growth of 13%-17% for FY26

    60% confidence

  • Certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk than MKC

    60% confidence

  • Projected tax rate of 24% for FY26

    60% confidence

  • McCormick price target lowered to $64 from $67 with Overweight rating maintained

    60% confidence

  • McCormick is not receiving the 'benefit of the doubt' from investors regarding its food deal

    60% confidence

  • Volumes were in line with expectations and anticipates sequential improvement through the year, supported by brand investments, innovation, and distribution gains

    60% confidence
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