McCormick & Company Incorporated (MKC)vsUSANA Health Sciences Inc (USNA)
MKC
McCormick & Company Incorporated
$52.78
+1.29%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $13.99B
USNA
USANA Health Sciences Inc
$17.20
+1.12%
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · Cap: $313.95M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
McCormick & Company Incorporated generates 639% more annual revenue ($6.84B vs $925.26M). MKC leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 1.2%. USNA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.71. MKC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
MKC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
USNA
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-41.3%
Fair Value
$49.93
Current Price
$52.78
$2.85 premium
Margin of Safety
-432.0%
Fair Value
$3.94
Current Price
$17.20
$13.26 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.9% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Moderate valuation
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 2.0% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MKC
The strongest argument for MKC centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : USNA
The strongest argument for USNA centers on Price/Book, PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.71 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : MKC
The primary concerns for MKC are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : USNA
The primary concerns for USNA are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
USNA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.64 — expect wider price swings.
USNA is growing revenue faster at 5.9% — sustainability is the question.
MKC generates stronger free cash flow (458M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor PACKAGED FOODS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
MKC scores higher overall (58/100 vs 54/100). 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.
USANA Health Sciences Inc
CONSUMER DEFENSIVE · PACKAGED FOODS · USA
USANA Health Sciences, Inc. develops, manufactures, and sells science-based nutritional and personal care products. The company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Compare with Other PACKAGED FOODS Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?