What Is MKC Fair Value?
McCormick & Company (MKC) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.
As of August 29, 2026, McCormick & Company (MKC) has a composite fair value estimate of $45.08 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $55.33, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 18.5%.
Data as of August 29, 2026 (today)
Composite Fair Value
Overvalued4 of 4 models$45.08
vs. current price of $55.33(-18.5%)
How Is MKC Fair Value Calculated?
Four independent models estimate what MKC is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.
MKC Intrinsic Value
Forward-looking models based on future cash flows
DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)
35% weightEstimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →
$51.92
-6.2%Fair Value
Inputs used
DDM (Dividend Discount Model)
15% weightIf a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →
$35.67
-35.5%Overvalued
Inputs used
MKC Fair Value
Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate
Graham Number (Value Investing)
25% weightCreated by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →
$42.52
-23.2%Overvalued
Inputs used
PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)
25% weightChecks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.
$30.88
-44.2%Overvalued
Inputs used
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Your DCF Fair Value
Current price $55.33 is 6.2% above this estimate
View 10-year cash flow projections
| Year | Projected FCF (Free Cash Flow) | Present Value |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $748.8M | $700.4M |
| Year 2 | $785.3M | $687.0M |
| Year 3 | $823.5M | $673.9M |
| Year 4 | $863.6M | $661.1M |
| Year 5 | $905.7M | $648.5M |
| Year 6 | $949.8M | $636.1M |
| Year 7 | $996.0M | $624.0M |
| Year 8 | $1.04B | $612.0M |
| Year 9 | $1.10B | $600.4M |
| Year 10 | $1.15B | $588.9M |
| Terminal Value | $26.70B | $13.69B |
What Are MKC's Key Financial Metrics?
Earnings & Growth
Current Price
$55.33
EPS (TTM)
$6.10
Forward P/E
16.8
Profit Margin
21.9%
Cash & Balance Sheet
Free Cash Flow
714M
EBITDA
1.5B
Book Value
$26.02
Total Debt
4.9B
What Do Analysts Say About MKC?
Low
$52.00
Average
$60.62
High
$75.00
Upside
+9.6%
MKC Fair Value FAQ
What is the fair value of MKC?
Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), MKC's estimated fair value is $45.08. The stock is currently trading at $55.33, which makes it overvalued by our analysis.
How is MKC's fair value calculated?
We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.
Is MKC overvalued or undervalued?
Based on our analysis, MKC is overvalued. The current price of $55.33 is 18.5% above our estimated fair value of $45.08.
What do Wall Street analysts say about MKC?
13 analysts cover McCormick & Company with a consensus rating of "Buy." The average price target is $60.62, ranging from $52.00 to $75.00. This implies 9.6% upside from the current price.