International Flavors & Fragrances Inc (IFF)

Currency in USD
81.83
-2.35(-2.79%)
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83.19+1.36(+1.66%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
81.7383.70
52 wk Range
59.1489.32
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
84.18
Open
83.43
Day's Range
81.73-83.7
52 wk Range
59.14-89.32
Volume
834.15K
Average Volume (3m)
1.97M
1-Year Change
24.3239%
Book Value / Share
54.74
Fair Value
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
95.66
Upside
+16.90%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
12 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Analyst Ratings

14 Buy
6 Hold
0 Sell
Ratings:
20 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 95.66
(+16.90% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Barclays
Buy96.00+17.32%90.00Maintain07-08-2026
Morgan Stanley
Buy100.00+22.20%95.00Maintain06-08-2026
Baird
Buy100.00+22.20%90.00Maintain06-08-2026
Vertical Research Partners
Hold93.00+13.65%-Downgrade06-08-2026
Benchmark
Buy105.00+28.31%100.00Maintain06-08-2026

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc SWOT Analysis


Biotech Integration
Explore IFF's strategic shift towards biotechnology in its Health & Biosciences division, positioning the company for innovation and market differentiation
Portfolio Optimization
Learn about IFF's potential sale of its Food Ingredients platform in 2026, a move aimed at streamlining operations and focusing on high-growth segments
Market Challenges
Delve into IFF's navigation of softer end market demand and sector-wide pressures, impacting its stock performance and financial projections
Analyst Outlook
Discover varied analyst perspectives, with price targets ranging from $76 to $88, reflecting mixed views on IFF's profitability and growth potential
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International Flavors & Fragrances Inc Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2026

  • IFF missed Q2 2026 estimates with EPS of $0.82 vs. $1.09 expected and revenue of $1.95B vs. $2.68B, but shares rose 7.11% on strategic reset optimism.
  • Company announced $4.3B sale of Food Ingredients business to CVC Capital Partners, closing by Q2 2027, with proceeds earmarked for debt reduction and buybacks.
  • Management raised FY 2026 guidance to $7.4B-$7.6B in sales and $1.53B-$1.6B EBITDA, driven by strong H1 performance with 4% sales and 8% EBITDA growth.
  • Core operations showed 6% sales and EBITDA growth across all segments; H1 free cash flow surged $284M YoY to $378M from improved working capital management.
  • CEO Fyrwald stated portfolio transformation complete with no major divestitures planned; focus shifts to organic growth while managing $100M in stranded costs post-sale.
Last Updated: 05-08-2026, 07:54 pm
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Earnings

Latest Release
04-08-2026
EPS / Forecast
0.82 / 1.09
Revenue / Forecast
1.95B / 2.68B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS -3.09%
Dividend Yield
1.90%
Industry Median 3.79%
Annualised payout
1.60
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
-12.28%
Growth Streak

IFF Income Statement

Compare IFF to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
IFF
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
−27.2x20.3x4.1x
PEG Ratio
−0.16−0.670.00
Price/Book
1.5x2.0x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
2.0x1.2x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
13.4%0.0%35.8%
Fair Value Upside
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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. The Food Ingredients segment provides natural, artificial, and plant-based specialty food ingredients; natural antioxidants and anti-microbials used for natural food preservation and shelf-life extension for beverages, cosmetic and healthcare products, pet food and feed additives; and savory solutions, such as spices, marinades, and mixtures, and inclusion products comprising combining flavorings with fruit, vegetables and other natural ingredients, as well as soy and pea protein with value-added formulations, emulsifiers and sweeteners. The Health & Biosciences segment offers enzymes, food cultures, probiotics and specialty ingredients for food and non-food applications, as well as engages in health, food biosciences, home and personal care, animal nutrition and grain processing businesses. The Scent segment creates fragrance compounds, and fragrance ingredients. International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. was incorporated in 1909 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

Employees
21500

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
146.14M57.27%12.30B
Other Institutional Investors
120.95M42.73%10.18B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
0.000.00%0.00
Total
267.09M100.00%22.48B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
Dodge & Cox14.29%3,64,72,94230,70,292
Freemont Capital Pte. Ltd.9.94%2,53,56,38121,34,500

FAQ

What Is the IFF (IFF) Share Price Today?

The IFF share price today is 81.83.

What is the current IFF (IFF) share price and day range?

As of 17-08-2026, the IFF share price is 81.83, with a previous close of 84.18. The share price has ranged from 81.73 to 83.70 today, while the 52-week range spans from 59.14 to 89.32.

What Is the IFF Market Cap?

As of today, IFF market cap is 20.90B.

Does IFF Pay Dividends? What's The Current Dividend Yield?

The IFF dividend yield is 1.96%.

What Is the IFF (IFF) Share Price Target?

The average 12-month share price target for IFF is 95.66, with a high estimate of 105 and a low estimate of 76. 14 analysts recommend buying, while 0 suggest selling, with an overall rating of Buy and +16.90% Upside potential.

What Is IFF's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The IFF EPS (TTM) is -3.09.

When Is the Next IFF Earnings Date?

IFF will release its next earnings report on 09-11-2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is IFF a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Neutral.

What Stock Exchange Does IFF Trade On?

IFF is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for IFF?

The stock symbol for IFF is "IFF."

How Many Times Has IFF Stock Split?

IFF has split 5 times.

How Many Employees Does IFF Have?

IFF has 21500 employees.

What Is the IFF After Hours Price?

IFF's last after hours stock price is 83.19, the stock has changed by 1.36, or 1.66%.
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