IFF Stock - Analyst views and long-term prospects in focus
Published on 06/20/2026 at 11:02 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWS
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IFF (US4595061015) stays in focus for long-term investors as the group continues to work through a multiyear portfolio and balance-sheet clean-up after a challenging integration phase. This Saturday overview looks at analyst expectations, strategy and the current share price.
All news and data on IFF stock
Key figures, news and background on International Flavors & Fragrances stock in one place, including price charts and regulatory disclosures.
What analysts recently flagged
After IFF’s first-quarter 2024 results in early May, management confirmed its full-year outlook and highlighted sequential margin improvement supported by cost savings and lower input costs. Several brokers reiterated cautious views but acknowledged early signs of stabilization.
According to a consensus snapshot from MarketScreener in mid-June, the stock carries a mixed analyst stance with a blend of Buy, Hold and Sell ratings and a wide range of target prices, reflecting execution risk and uncertainty around volume recovery.
Long-term strategy and balance sheet
IFF is still executing a multi-step portfolio simplification, having already divested several non-core businesses in recent years to cut debt and sharpen its focus. Management continues to prioritize deleveraging, cost discipline and selective growth investments in higher-margin specialties.
In the first quarter, the company pointed to progress on its productivity programs and to benefits from previous restructuring measures, while also noting that customer destocking and muted volumes in some categories remain headwinds for top-line growth.
How the company makes money
IFF generates most of its revenue from designing and producing flavors, fragrances and active ingredients that go into food, beverages, home care, personal care and other consumer products worldwide. It also offers cosmetic actives and functional ingredients aimed at health and biosciences applications.
Where the stock trades today
The shares of IFF (US4595061015) trade on the New York Stock Exchange at $80.50 as of 06/20/2026, 10:45 CET.
Key facts on IFF stock
- Company: International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
- ISIN: US4595061015
- WKN: 853881
- Ticker: IFF
- Venue: New York Stock Exchange
- Price (as of 06/20/2026, 10:45 CET): 80.50 USD
- Market cap: 20,000,000,000 USD (as of 06/20/2026)
- Sector / Industry: Materials / Specialty Chemicals
- Index membership: Standard & Poor's 500 index
- Next earnings date: not officially scheduled
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