International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
International Flavors & Fragrances is the largest specialty ingredients producer globally. It sells ingredients for the food, beverage, health, household goods, personal care, and pharmaceutical in...
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 87.64 (historical range: 21.43–1218.19, median: 87.26), placing it at the 50th percentile — near its historical average, P/S ratio of 2.53 (range: 1.35–4.10, 86th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 31.49 (range: 25.41–121.20, 25th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s P/E ratio has contracted by 87% over the observed period (from an average of 413.0 to 54.8).
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 87.64 | 87.26 | 50th | near its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 2.53 | 1.90 | 86th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 31.49 | 48.42 | 25th | below its historical average |
| FCF Yield | 2.33% | 2.22% | 53th | near its historical average |
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) Valuation & P/E History
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a US-listed stock operating in the Basic Materials sector, specifically the Industrial Organic Chemicals industry currently trading at $90.17 with a market capitalization of $23.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for IFF based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 87.64 is above the historical median of 87.26, placing IFF at the 50th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 2.53 compares to a median of 1.90.
IFF Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether IFF is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests IFF is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is IFF Overvalued or Undervalued?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 54 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive IFF is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full IFF analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.IFF trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.