International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) Stock Overview
Manufactures and markets food, beverage, health and biosciences, scent, and complementary adjacent products in the United States, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 1/6 |
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4849.4%Revenue growth p.a.
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$70.81 |
| 52 Week High | US$84.45 |
| 52 Week Low | US$59.14 |
| Beta | 1.03 |
| 1 Month Change | -2.43% |
| 3 Month Change | 1.43% |
| 1 Year Change | -10.44% |
| 3 Year Change | -26.58% |
| 5 Year Change | -51.65% |
| Change since IPO | 1,068.36% |
Recent News & Updates
IFF: Portfolio Optimization And 2026 Guidance Will Support Higher Earnings Visibility
Narrative Update on International Flavors & Fragrances The analyst price target for International Flavors & Fragrances is updated to $100, with analysts pointing to refined discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions after a series of recent target changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around International Flavors & Fragrances shows a mix of recalibrations, with several firms adjusting price targets both higher and lower as new information on guidance, portfolio moves, and currency effects comes through.IFF: Portfolio Optimization And 2026 Guidance Will Support Future Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for International Flavors & Fragrances by around $10 to $11 in recent updates, citing refreshed models after earnings, portfolio optimization progress, and more cautious assumptions around growth and profitability. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of price target trims and prior upward revisions, as analysts recalibrate models around International Flavors & Fragrances after earnings and portfolio moves.
IFF: Fair Outlook Weighs Portfolio Optimization Progress Against Macro And Execution Risks
International Flavors & Fragrances' analyst fair value estimate has moved from about $66 to roughly $77.61. Analysts attribute this change to higher price targets, portfolio optimization progress, updated models after recent results, and a slightly lower discount rate as key drivers.Recent updates
IFF: Portfolio Optimization And 2026 Guidance Will Support Higher Earnings Visibility
Narrative Update on International Flavors & Fragrances The analyst price target for International Flavors & Fragrances is updated to $100, with analysts pointing to refined discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions after a series of recent target changes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around International Flavors & Fragrances shows a mix of recalibrations, with several firms adjusting price targets both higher and lower as new information on guidance, portfolio moves, and currency effects comes through.IFF: Portfolio Optimization And 2026 Guidance Will Support Future Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets for International Flavors & Fragrances by around $10 to $11 in recent updates, citing refreshed models after earnings, portfolio optimization progress, and more cautious assumptions around growth and profitability. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a mix of price target trims and prior upward revisions, as analysts recalibrate models around International Flavors & Fragrances after earnings and portfolio moves.IFF: Fair Outlook Weighs Portfolio Optimization Progress Against Macro And Execution Risks
International Flavors & Fragrances' analyst fair value estimate has moved from about $66 to roughly $77.61. Analysts attribute this change to higher price targets, portfolio optimization progress, updated models after recent results, and a slightly lower discount rate as key drivers.IFF: Portfolio Optimization Progress Will Support Future Re Rating Potential
Analysts have nudged the implied price target for International Flavors & Fragrances to $100, reflecting updated expectations around portfolio optimization progress, modestly higher revenue growth and profit margins, and a slightly lower discount rate cited across recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a clear shift in sentiment around International Flavors & Fragrances, with several bullish analysts lifting their valuation frameworks and price targets into a tighter band around US$90 to US$100.
IFF: Portfolio Optimization Progress Will Support 2026 Outlook Despite Macro Uncertainty
Analysts have nudged their price targets on International Flavors & Fragrances higher, with moves such as Citi and BofA lifting views to $100 and other firms raising targets into the $90s. They point to progress on portfolio optimization, updated post earnings models, and Q4 and 2026 guidance that they see as easing earlier concerns.IFF: 2026 Outlook Balances Demand Recovery With Early Automation And Macro Uncertainty
Analysts lifted their blended price target for International Flavors & Fragrances to $90.47 from $82.37, citing higher modeled revenue growth, slightly stronger profit margins, a modestly lower discount rate, and updated post-earnings forecasts that include new target ranges from firms such as Deutsche Bank at $95, Mizuho at $92, and BofA at $100. Analyst Commentary Recent research reports cluster around a more constructive view on International Flavors & Fragrances, with several firms lifting their price targets and updating models following the latest earnings and guidance.IFF: 2026 Demand Recovery And Automation Investments Will Support Rebound
The analyst price target for International Flavors & Fragrances edges higher to about US$82.37 from roughly US$81.49 as analysts weigh slightly lower modeled revenue growth against a higher profit margin profile, a modestly reduced discount rate, and a lower assumed future P/E, in line with a recent series of Street target increases. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on International Flavors & Fragrances shows a cluster of price target revisions, with several bullish analysts lifting their targets and a smaller group trimming assumptions.IFF: Cleaner Energy Projects And Automation Will Support Future Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for International Flavors & Fragrances to about $100 from roughly $108, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth, a lower profit margin outlook, a higher discount rate, and a modestly richer future P/E, even as recent Street research has in several cases lifted price targets on the shares. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been adjusting their views on International Flavors & Fragrances with a series of higher price targets, even as some maintain a more neutral stance on the stock.IFF: Fair Outlook Balances Macro Weakness With 2026 Reacceleration Potential
Analysts have nudged their implied fair value for International Flavors & Fragrances down from about US$74 to roughly US$66. They point to tighter discount rate assumptions alongside expectations for modest revenue contraction, slightly higher margins and a lower future P/E multiple, as they recalibrate around slower macro trends and updated price targets in the US$80 to US$88 range.International Flavors & Fragrances: Scent Of Turnaround Not Strong Enough Yet -- Sell
Jan 01IFF: 2026 Demand Recovery Will Drive Rebound From Cyclical Headwinds
Analysts have trimmed their price target for International Flavors & Fragrances by less than $1 to about $81.49, reflecting slightly higher discount rates and modestly lower long term profit expectations, even as they still anticipate eventual growth reacceleration. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a mixed but generally constructive view on International Flavors & Fragrances, with modestly reduced price targets balancing execution risks against potential for margin improvement and renewed growth in the medium term.IFF: Growth Acceleration in 2026 Will Drive Sector Outperformance Despite Macro Headwinds
Analysts have modestly reduced their price targets for International Flavors & Fragrances, citing deteriorating macro trends and inconsistent industrial demand. The consensus target has dropped from the mid-$80s to a range between $66 and $88 per share.International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.40
Nov 27
IFF: Future Sector Outperformance Will Be Driven By 2026 Growth Potential
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price targets for International Flavors & Fragrances, with a slight overall decrease reflecting mixed expectations for sector growth, macroeconomic headwinds, and shifting risk assessments. The consensus is moving lower by a few dollars per share.International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.40
Nov 03IFF: Recovery Strategy And Leadership Changes Will Drive Future Upside Potential
International Flavors & Fragrances has seen its average analyst price target revised downward by several dollars as analysts cite continued weakness in end market demand, macroeconomic headwinds, and a lack of near-term catalysts for upside in the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has reflected a mix of cautious outlooks and selective optimism toward International Flavors & Fragrances, as analysts adjust their views in light of near-term challenges and sector dynamics.Investments In Health And Emerging Markets Will Unlock Long-Term Value
International Flavors & Fragrances saw its analyst price target decrease, highlighted by the latest updates. Analysts cited broad market uncertainty and muted near-term growth expectations as reasons for lowering targets by up to $8 per share.Investments In Health And Emerging Markets Will Unlock Long-Term Value
International Flavors & Fragrances saw its fair value estimate trimmed by approximately $1 to $83.49 per share, as analysts adjusted targets in response to softer end-market demand and a more cautious outlook for the sector. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst updates reflect a more nuanced view of International Flavors & Fragrances, with some shifting to neutral stances and others adjusting price targets in response to changes in market dynamics and company execution.International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.40
Sep 09Investments In Health And Emerging Markets Will Unlock Long-Term Value
Despite a modest improvement in revenue growth forecasts, a slight decline in net profit margin has contributed to a reduction in the consensus analyst price target for International Flavors & Fragrances from $90.35 to $86.36. What's in the News IFF announced a $500 million share repurchase program funded through available cash and operating activities, with no set term or termination date.International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. Beat Analyst Estimates: See What The Consensus Is Forecasting For This Year
Aug 08International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.40
Aug 06International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s (NYSE:IFF) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 33% Above Its Share Price
Jul 01International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.40
Jun 13International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.40
May 30International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.40
May 09Shareholder Returns
| IFF | US Chemicals | US Market | |
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| 7D | -0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% |
| 1Y | -10.4% | 11.6% | 27.7% |
Return vs Industry: IFF underperformed the US Chemicals industry which returned 12.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: IFF underperformed the US Market which returned 28.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| IFF volatility | |
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| IFF Average Weekly Movement | 5.0% |
| Chemicals Industry Average Movement | 7.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.3% |
Stable Share Price: IFF has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: IFF's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 | 21,500 | Jon Erik Fyrwald | www.iff.com |
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets food, beverage, health and biosciences, scent, and complementary adjacent products in the United States, and internationally. It operates in through Taste, Food Ingredients, Health & Biosciences, and Scent segments. The Taste segment offers savory products such as soups, sauces, meat, fish, poultry, snacks; beverages consists of juice drinks, carbonated or flavored beverages, spirits; sweets comprising, bakery products, candy, cereal, chewing gum; and dairy products, such as yogurt, ice cream, cheese, and other products, as well as spices and seasoning ingredients for meat, food service, convenience, alternative protein and culinary products.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| IFF fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$17.93b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$361.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$10.89b |
1.7x
P/S Ratio-50.1x
P/E RatioIs IFF overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| IFF income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$10.89b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$6.95b |
| Gross Profit | US$3.94b |
| Other Expenses | US$4.30b |
| Earnings | -US$361.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 05, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -1.41 |
| Gross Margin | 36.16% |
| Net Profit Margin | -3.32% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 42.3% |
How did IFF perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.3%
Current Dividend Yield-113%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/01 10:42 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is covered by 35 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| John Staszak | Argus Research Company |
| Ghansham Panjabi | Baird |
| Lauren Lieberman | Barclays |