HUNT VALLEY, Md., Nov. 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of
Directors of McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE: MKC)
today declared an increase in the quarterly dividend from
$0.52 to $0.57 per share on its common stocks, payable
January 14, 2019 to shareholders of
record December 31, 2018. This
marks the 33rd consecutive year that the Company has
increased its quarterly dividend. At $0.57, the quarterly dividend is double the
amount paid in 2011.
Lawrence E. Kurzius, Chairman,
President & CEO, said, "Our strategic emphasis on growth,
performance and people is the key to our excellent
performance. We are committed to our long history of
returning cash to shareholders and I'm proud to announce another
dividend increase."
McCormick has paid dividends each year since
1925.
About McCormick
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in
flavor. With $4.8 billion in
annual sales, the company manufactures, markets and distributes
spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to
the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and
foodservice businesses. Every day, no matter where or what
you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. McCormick
Brings the Joy of Flavor to Life™.
For more information, visit www.mccormickcorporation.com.
For information contact:
Corporate Communications:
Lori Robinson (410) 527-6004 or
lori_robinson@mccormick.com
Investor Relations:
Kasey Jenkins (410) 771-7140 or
kasey_jenkins@mccormick.com
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