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McCormick Q3 2026 Margin Strength, Outlook Reaffirmed Amid Unilever Deal Progress

Oct 1, 2026, 6:54 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong margin momentum, reaffirmed 2026 outlook, and clear M&A leverage (Unilever deal) provide upside; near-term catalysts include progress updates and synergy disclosures, with longer-term upside tied to deal close and integration execution.

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McCormick reported Q3 2026 net sales up 17.4% with margin expansion and solid organic growth. Adjusted EPS remained at $0.86 and the company reaffirmed its 2026 outlook while signaling progress on the Unilever Foods merger, which is expected to deliver about $600 million in annual synergies and accrete earnings post-close, now targeted for mid-2027.

  • Q3 2026 net sales up 17.4% with 0.9% currency tailwind; organic +1.9%.
  • Gross margin expanded 190 bps; adjusted gross margin up 180 bps.
  • Adjusted operating income $359m; GAAP income $97.6m; EPS $0.36; adjusted $0.86.
  • FY2026 outlook reaffirmed: net sales +13–17%; organic +1–3% CC; adjusted EPS $3.05–$3.12.
  • Unilever Foods deal on track; close targeted by mid-2027; $600m run-rate synergies.

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