International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.

IFF|Basic Materials|Specialty Chemicals|$67.90|P/E 83.4|MCap 17.9B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

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

2.28%

Annual Dividend

$1.60

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

168.42%

FCF Payout Ratio

161.02%

Stock Price

$67.90

52-Week Range

$59.14 – $84.45

Dividend Health Score

Warning

Dividend Health Assessment

IFF's dividend shows several warning signs. Strengths include a 23.6% net debt / total assets & 46.9 debt-to-equity. Areas of concern: 168.4% earnings payout ratio & 161.0% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Danger

Earnings Payout Ratio

168.4%Danger

FCF Payout Ratio

161.0%Danger

CFO Payout Ratio

-1410.3%Danger

Interest Coverage

-0.8xDanger

Balance Sheet

Safe

Net Debt / Total Assets

23.6%Safe

Current Ratio

1.4xCaution

Debt-to-Equity

46.9Very Safe

Profitability

Warning

Return on Equity

-2.6%Danger

Operating Margin

4.6%Warning

Gross Margin

34.4%Caution

Profit Margin Stability

UnstableDanger

Dividend Track Record

Caution

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

-12.0%Danger

UnstableDanger

Dividend History (2016–2025)

IFF annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

IFF earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 20, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 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

IFF Dividend Calculator

Number of Shares

Total Investment

$6,790.00

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 2.28%, based on a stock price of $67.90 and an annual dividend of $1.60.

When is IFF's next dividend payment date?

IFF's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-20 and the next payment date is 2026-04-10. 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 168.42%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 161.02%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.

How is IFF's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). 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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