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International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

S&P 500

IFF/Basic Materials · Specialty Chemicals/NYSE

Dividend Yield

2.11%

$1.60 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price$75.08P/E23.8MCap19.4BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

45/ 100Caution

IFF's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 49.5% earnings payout ratio & 23.6% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: 102.8% fcf payout ratio & 1410.3% cfo payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 49.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 45.7Conservative debt level relative to equity.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.

Risks

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 102.8%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 1410.3%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
  • Interest Coverage: -0.8xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.

Payout & Coverage

Warning
49.5%Very Safe
102.8%Danger
1410.3%Danger

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Caution
6.0%Warning
10.1%Caution
37.1%Safe

Dividend Track Record

Caution
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
UnstableDanger

About International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is a global leader in creating and manufacturing flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, and health & biosciences solutions. The company serves the food and beverage industries with flavor compounds and functional ingredients, the fragrance industry with scent solutions, and the health & biosciences sector with nutritional and pharmaceutical ingredients. Its product portfolio spans taste, texture, nutrition, enzymes, cultures, soy proteins, and probiotics. International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. caters to food manufacturers, beverage producers, fragrance and cosmetics companies, and pharmaceutical firms worldwide. The company distributes its innovations through direct sales and partnerships with major manufacturers across multiple continents. With approximately 70% of revenue generated internationally, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. maintains a significant global footprint, supporting everyday consumer products across food, personal care, and health sectors. Founded 135 years ago, the company combines scientific expertise with nature-inspired innovation to deliver sustainable solutions.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.11%

Annual Dividend

$1.60

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

49.54%

FCF Payout Ratio

102.76%

52-Week Range

$59.14 - $84.45

Dividend History (2016–2025)

IFF annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

IFF earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

June 18, 2026

Next Payment Date

July 10, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-20.63%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-12.05%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-2.50%

3-Year Total Growth

-50.00%

5-Year Total Growth

-47.37%

10-Year Total Growth

-22.33%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,508.00

Annual Income

$160.00

Quarterly Income

$40.00

Monthly Income

$13.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is IFF's current dividend yield?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) currently has a dividend yield of 2.11%, based on a stock price of $75.08 and an annual dividend of $1.60.
When is IFF's next dividend payment date?
IFF's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-18 and the next payment date is 2026-07-10. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does IFF pay in dividends per year?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. paid $1.60 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has IFF been increasing its dividend?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -12.05% and a 10-year CAGR of -2.50%.
Is IFF's dividend safe?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has a payout ratio of 49.54%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 102.76%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is IFF's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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