International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (iff)
IFF — Company Overview
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) trades on NYQ as part of the Basic Materials peer group (Specialty Chemicals).
| Ticker | IFF |
| Sector | Basic Materials |
| Industry | Specialty Chemicals |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $21.87B |
| Last price | $85.71 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
IFF — Business Description
IFF represents a Specialty Chemicals business in the Basic Materials segment. 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 p…
Official website: https://www.iff.com.
IFF — Investment Thesis
At a high level, IFF offers exposure to Basic Materials with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 1.8% year-over-year (public data).
- Dividend yield near 1.9% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $21.87B.
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IFF — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 2.6% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Negative free cash flow of $-1.72B may require careful capital allocation.
| Forward P/E | 21.64× |
| Price / Sales | 2.03× |
| Price / Book | 1.57× |
| Gross margin | 36.6% |
| Operating margin | 8.5% |
| Profit margin | 2.6% |
| Return on equity | -5.5% |
| Debt / Equity | 44.82 |
| Free cash flow | $-1.72B |
IFF — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) depends on demand trends in Specialty Chemicals and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 1.8% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings declined -91.6% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 4.0% below the 52-week high.
IFF — Competitive Position
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Basic Materials.
- Competes within Basic Materials, specifically in Specialty Chemicals.
- Market capitalization of $21.87B places IFF among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 36.6% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
IFF — Strengths
Strengths for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Gross margin of 36.6% supports competitive unit economics.
- Dividend yield of 1.9% for income-oriented holders.
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 44.82).
- Large Cap scale ($21.87B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
- Price near 52-week highs — positive price momentum on public markets.
IFF — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) based on available data:
- Earnings decline of -91.6% year-over-year.
- Thin profit margin (2.6%).
- Negative free cash flow ($-1.72B).
IFF — Opportunities
- Opportunities depend on industry trends and execution — monitor quarterly filings and guidance.
IFF — Risks
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
IFF — Summary
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a large-cap Basic Materials company focused on Specialty Chemicals, listed on NYQ. Last price $85.71 with market cap $21.87B. Revenue grew 1.8% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include gross margin of 36.6% supports competitive unit economics. Key watch items include earnings decline of -91.6% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. FAQ
What does International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) do?
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…
What is IFF's P/E ratio?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has a trailing P/E of N/A× based on publicly available market data.
Does IFF pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 1.9%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is IFF in?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is classified in Basic Materials (Specialty Chemicals) on NYQ.
What is IFF's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $21.87B.
What are the main risks for IFF?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of IFF?
Potential positives include gross margin of 36.6% supports competitive unit economics, dividend yield of 1.9% for income-oriented holders.
Where can I get analyst estimates for IFF?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. are on the free /stocks/iff/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.