Will McCormick’s Margins Continue to Expand?

Recently, McCormick’s (MKC) margins have been impressive. The company’s margins have expanded at a healthy rate in the past three quarters despite facing headwinds from higher distribution costs. During the last reported quarter, McCormick’s gross margin expanded by 340 basis points, while the operating margins improved by 330 basis points. Higher volumes, increased pricing, improved mix, and cost-saving measures more than offset the negatives stemming from cost inflation.