Dividend Grades
vs Consumer Defensive sector| Metric | MKC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.42% | 3.02% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 7.58% | 4.46% |
| Payout Ratio | 62.5% | 57.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 42 | 20 |
| 1Y Total Return | -30.2% | 0.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Consumer Defensive sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
7.02%
3-Year Growth
6.85%
5-Year Growth
7.58%
10-Year Growth
8.42%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Dec 29, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 12, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2025 | $0.4800 | +6.67% |
| Oct 14, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 7, 2025 | $0.4500 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2024 | $0.4500 | +7.14% |
| Oct 7, 2024 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2024 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Apr 5, 2024 | $0.4200 | 0.00% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.4200 | +7.69% |
| Oct 6, 2023 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 7, 2023 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 6, 2023 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $0.3900 | +5.41% |
| Oct 7, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Jul 8, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Apr 8, 2022 | $0.3700 | 0.00% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $0.3700 | +8.82% |
| Oct 8, 2021 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Jul 9, 2021 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
| Apr 9, 2021 | $0.3400 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
62.5%
ModerateFCF Payout Ratio
56.1%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.60 | $78.40M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.65 | -$2.40M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.84 | $344.20M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.84 | $458.30M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does McCormick & Company, Incorporated pay a dividend?
Yes, McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.42%.
What is MKC's dividend yield?
MKC's current dividend yield is 3.42%. The annual dividend is $1.83.
When is MKC's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for MKC has not been announced yet.
How many years has McCormick & Company, Incorporated increased its dividend?
McCormick & Company, Incorporated has increased its dividend for 27 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.