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International Flavors & Fragran (IFF) Stock

International Flavors & Fragran Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

International Flavors & Fragran (IFF), a prominent company in the basic materials sector within the specialty chemicals industry, is based in United States and primarily trades on the NYQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $69.28. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $59.14 and $88.00. This places the current price at 78.7% of its 52-week high and 17.1% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 230,630. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 49.38, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $67.76 by 2.24%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $68.77 by 0.74%. The MACD histogram is -0.06, indicating bearish momentum (MACD Line: 1.43, Signal Line: 1.49). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US4595061015. There is currently 1 active alert set for IFF by users.

52-Week Range

$88.00 - $59.14

-21.27% from high · +17.15% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,622,925

20-day average

100-day avg: 2,186,392

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

N/A

Forward P/E

15.56

Price to Book

1.25

EV/EBITDA

14.06

EPS (TTM)

-$1.85

Price to Sales

1.61

Beta

1.06

Similar volatility to market

Q:How is IFF valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Valuation data is not available for this stock.
Q:What is IFF's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.06, International Flavors & Fragran is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 1.25 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

-4.26%

Operating Margin

9.13%

EBITDA

$1.75B

Return on Equity

-3.23%

Return on Assets

1.75%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-7.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-31.00%

Q:How profitable and efficient is IFF's business model?
International Flavors & Fragran achieves a profit margin of -4.26%, meaning it retains $-4.26 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 9.13% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at -3.23% and ROA at 1.75%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
Q:What are IFF's recent growth trends?
International Flavors & Fragran's revenue declined by 7.90% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 31.00% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against Specialty Chemicals industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.60

Dividend Yield

2.22%

Ex-Dividend Date

Dec 19, 2025

Dividend Date

Jan 9, 2026

Q:What dividend income can investors expect from IFF?
International Flavors & Fragran offers a dividend yield of 2.22%, paying $1.60 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Dec 19, 2025.
Q:How reliable is IFF's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - International Flavors & Fragran pays $1.60 per share in dividends against earnings of -$1.85 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of -86.49%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Jan 9, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$17.8B

Revenue (TTM)

$11.07B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$43.12

Shares Outstanding

256.10M

Book Value/Share

$55.56

Asset Type

EQUITY

Q:What is IFF's market capitalization and position?
International Flavors & Fragran has a market capitalization of $17.8B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 256.10M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the Specialty Chemicals industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
Q:How does IFF's price compare to its book value?
International Flavors & Fragran's book value per share is $55.56, while the current stock price is $69.28, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.25. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As EQUITY, this represents a specific type of security.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$82.37

18.90% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

6

Buy

9

Hold

5

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

Q:How reliable are analyst predictions for IFF?
20 analysts cover IFF with 75% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $82.37 implies 18.9% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
Q:What is the Wall Street consensus on IFF?
Current analyst recommendations:6 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 5 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jan 30, 2026, 02:13 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

49.38

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$67.76

2.24% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$68.77

0.74% above MA-200

MACD Line

1.43

MACD Signal

1.49

MACD Histogram

-0.06

Bearish

Q:What does IFF's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for IFF is currently 49.38, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this shows mixed signals requiring careful analysis.
Q:How should traders interpret IFF's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 1.43 below the signal line at 1.49, with histogram at -0.06. This bearish crossover indicates downward pressure. The narrow histogram suggests a potential trend change ahead. The 50-day MA ($67.76) is below the 200-day MA ($68.77), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Jan 30, 2026, 12:45 AM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
Price falls below
Threshold
$55.00
Created
Oct 3, 2025, 08:37 AM

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