International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
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: 161.0% 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: 45.5Conservative debt level relative to equity.
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Risks
- FCF Payout Ratio: 161.0%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.
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CautionAbout 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
1.97%
Annual Dividend
$1.60
Frequency
Quarterly
Payout Ratio
49.54%
FCF Payout Ratio
161.02%
Stock Price
$81.05
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
Next 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%
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