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McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC) Quick Ratio (Acid-Test): 0.28

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Is McCormick & Company, Incorporated’s quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?

McCormick & Company, Incorporated's quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.28 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.30, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.28–0.34).

As of Thursday, June 11, 2026. 5.08% below its 12-month average of 0.30.

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MKC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart

MKC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)
0.28-9.68% 1Y
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MKC Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart

MKC Current vs Average Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Chart

MKC Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Metrics

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)

0.28

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG TTM

0.30

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 3Y

0.29

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 5Y

0.30

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 10Y

0.36

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 15Y

0.44

QUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST) AVG 20Y

0.48

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-5.08%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-4.27%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-7.69%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-21.63%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-36.18%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-41.67%

MKC Competitors' Quick Ratio (Acid-Test)

NAMEMARKET CAPQUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)TTM3Y5Y
McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)$13.22B0.280.300.290.30
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)$13.53B1.201.191.101.20
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)$12.46B0.330.340.470.45
The Clorox Company (CLX)$11.78B0.570.600.580.66
General Mills, Inc. (GIS)$18.07B0.430.410.400.43
Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH)$7.16B1.372.313.202.73
Conagra Brands, Inc. (CAG)$6.45B0.240.300.290.32
Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR)$21.42B0.290.520.600.47
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD)$23.27B0.710.970.800.67
Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ)$24.40B0.550.560.550.70

Liquidity Comparison

Quick Ratio

0.28

Excludes inventory

Current Ratio

0.70

Includes inventory

McCormick & Company, Incorporated Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) Formula & Definition

Quick Ratio = (Current Assets − Inventory) / Current Liabilities

The quick ratio is a stricter liquidity measure that excludes inventory, showing the ability to meet short-term obligations with the most liquid assets.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

McCormick & Company, Incorporated Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) FAQ

What is the quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.28.
Is McCormick & Company, Incorporated's quick ratio (acid-test) high or low?
McCormick & Company, Incorporated's quick ratio (acid-test) of 0.28 is in line with its 5-year average of 0.30, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.28–0.34).
What is the TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The TTM average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.30.
What is the 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The 3Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.29.
What is the 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The 5Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.30.
What is the 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The 10Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.36.
What is the 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The 15Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.44.
What is the 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC)?
The 20Y average quick ratio (acid-test) for MKC stock is 0.48.

McCormick & Company, Incorporated Quick Ratio (Acid-Test) History

DATEQUICK RATIO (ACID-TEST)
2025-11-300.28
2024-11-300.31
2023-11-300.28
2022-11-300.30
2021-11-300.31
2020-11-300.34
2019-11-300.35
2018-11-300.35
2017-11-300.42
2016-11-300.47
2015-11-300.52
2014-11-300.63
2013-11-300.65
2012-11-300.56
2011-11-300.61
2010-11-300.64
2009-11-300.63
2008-11-300.51
2007-11-300.64
2006-11-300.63
2005-11-300.65
2004-11-300.67
2003-11-300.56
2002-11-300.65
2001-11-300.50
2000-11-300.34
1999-11-300.54
1998-11-300.49
1997-11-300.51
1996-11-300.58

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About McCormick & Company, Incorporated

McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in the manufacture, marketing, and distribution of a wide array of flavorful products, including spices, seasoning mixes, and condiments, to the food industry. Its operations are divided into two primary segments: Consumer and Flavor Solutions. The Consumer segment provides an extensive range of items such as spices, herbs, seasonings, sauces, and desserts. These are sold under numerous prominent brands across various regions: McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Lawry's Cholula Hot Sauce, Gourmet Garden, Club House, and OLD BAY in the Americas; Ducros, Schwartz, Kamis, Drogheria & Alimentari, and Vahiné throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA); McCormick and DaQiao in China; and McCormick, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden in Australia. In addition, it offers specialized regional and ethnic brands like Zatarain's, Stubb's, Thai Kitchen, and Simply Asia, and also produces goods for private labels. Its customer base encompasses a broad spectrum of retailers, including grocery stores, mass merchandisers, warehouse clubs, discount and drug stores, and e-commerce platforms. Distribution to these outlets occurs both directly and indirectly via distributors and wholesale foodservice providers. The Flavor Solutions segment caters to large-scale food manufacturers and the wider foodservice industry. It supplies essential ingredients such as seasoning blends, spices, herbs, condiments, coating systems, and complex flavor formulations. These products are delivered directly to clients or through a network of distributors. Founded in 1889, the company maintains its headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.

Hunt Valley, MD
14,100 employees
www.mccormickcorporation.com
Consumer Defensive / Packaged Foods
Sector
Consumer Defensive
Industry
Packaged Foods
CEO
Brendan Foley
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