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McCormick & Company Incorporated (MKC-V)vsTreehouse Foods Inc (THS)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

McCormick & Company Incorporated generates 105% more annual revenue ($6.84B vs $3.34B). MKC-V leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs -7.2%. THS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.30. THS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C+).

MKC-V

Buy

52

out of 100

Grade: C-

Growth: 4.7Profit: 6.5Value: 7.3Quality: 5.0

THS

Buy

60

out of 100

Grade: C+

Growth: 5.3Profit: 3.5Value: 6.7Quality: 5.5
Piotroski: 3/9Altman Z: 1.31
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

MKC-VSignificantly Overvalued (-44.2%)

Margin of Safety

-44.2%

Fair Value

$49.93

Current Price

$52.86

$2.93 premium

UndervaluedFair: $49.93Overvalued

Intrinsic value data unavailable for THS.

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

MKC-V1 strengths · Avg: 8.0/10
Price/BookValuation
2.5x8/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

THS2 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
0.3010/10

Growing faster than its price suggests

Price/BookValuation
1.0x10/10

Reasonable price relative to book value

Areas to Watch

MKC-V2 concerns · Avg: 4.0/10
PEG RatioValuation
1.934/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

Revenue GrowthGrowth
2.9%4/10

2.9% revenue growth

THS4 concerns · Avg: 3.3/10
Revenue GrowthGrowth
0.1%4/10

0.1% revenue growth

Market CapQuality
$1.23B3/10

Smaller company, higher risk/reward

Debt/EquityHealth
1.293/10

Elevated debt levels

Piotroski F-ScoreQuality
3/93/10

Weak financial health signals

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : MKC-V

The strongest argument for MKC-V centers on Price/Book.

Bull Case : THS

The strongest argument for THS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.

Bear Case : MKC-V

The primary concerns for MKC-V are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.

Bear Case : THS

The primary concerns for THS are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

MKC-V profiles as a value stock while THS is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.

MKC-V carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.

MKC-V is growing revenue faster at 2.9% — sustainability is the question.

MKC-V generates stronger free cash flow (458M), providing more financial flexibility.

Bottom Line

THS scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.

This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.

McCormick & Company Incorporated

CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA

McCormick & Company is an American multinational food company that manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavoring products to retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses.

Treehouse Foods Inc

CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA

TreeHouse Foods, Inc. manufactures and distributes private label packaged foods and beverages in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.

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