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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 $84.24. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $59.14 and $89.32. This places the current price at 94.3% of its 52-week high and 42.4% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 382,323. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 58.36, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $78.06 by 7.92%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $72.27 by 16.56%. The MACD histogram is 0.53, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 2.13, Signal Line: 1.60). 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

$89.32 - $59.14

-5.69% from high · +42.44% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,806,251

20-day average

100-day avg: 1,892,341

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

N/A

Forward P/E

21.20

PEG Ratio

1.89

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

1.53

EV/EBITDA

14.35

EPS (TTM)

-$3.05

Price to Sales

1.98

Beta

0.94

Less volatile than 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 0.94, International Flavors & Fragran is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 1.53 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

2.57%

Operating Margin

8.49%

EBITDA

$1.91B

Return on Equity

-5.55%

Return on Assets

2.27%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

1.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-91.60%

Q:How profitable and efficient is IFF's business model?
International Flavors & Fragran achieves a profit margin of 2.57%, meaning it retains $2.57 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 8.49% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at -5.55% and ROA at 2.27%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
Q:What are IFF's recent growth trends?
International Flavors & Fragran's revenue grew by 1.80% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 91.60% 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

1.88%

Ex-Dividend Date

Sep 18, 2026

Dividend Date

Oct 9, 2026

Q:What dividend income can investors expect from IFF?
International Flavors & Fragran offers a dividend yield of 1.88%, paying $1.60 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Sep 18, 2026.
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 -$3.05 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of -52.46%. 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 Oct 9, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$21.4B

Revenue (TTM)

$10.78B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$42.11

Shares Outstanding

255.15M

Book Value/Share

$54.74

Asset Type

EQUITY

Q:What is IFF's market capitalization and position?
International Flavors & Fragran has a market capitalization of $21.4B, 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 255.15M 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 $54.74, while the current stock price is $84.24, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.54. 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

$95.38

13.22% 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 $95.38 implies 13.2% 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: Aug 13, 2026, 02:13 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

58.36

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$78.06

7.92% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$72.27

16.56% above MA-200

MACD Line

2.13

MACD Signal

1.60

MACD Histogram

0.53

Bullish

Q:What does IFF's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for IFF is currently 58.36, 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 confirms bullish conditions.
Q:How should traders interpret IFF's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 2.13 above the signal line at 1.60, with histogram at 0.53. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The 50-day MA ($78.06) is above the 200-day MA ($72.27), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Aug 13, 2026, 12:54 AM

Active Alerts

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

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