Zacks Research Has Pessimistic Outlook of IFF Q1 Earnings

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE:IFF) – Analysts at Zacks Research reduced their Q1 2026 EPS estimates for International Flavors & Fragrances in a note issued to investors on Wednesday, February 25th. Zacks Research analyst Team now anticipates that the specialty chemicals company will post earnings of $1.10 per share for the quarter, down from their previous estimate of $1.15. The consensus estimate for International Flavors & Fragrances’ current full-year earnings is $4.32 per share. Zacks Research also issued estimates for International Flavors & Fragrances’ FY2028 earnings at $5.15 EPS.

International Flavors & Fragrances (NYSE:IFF) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Wednesday, February 11th. The specialty chemicals company reported $0.80 earnings per share for the quarter, missing analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.85 by ($0.05). International Flavors & Fragrances had a negative net margin of 3.20% and a positive return on equity of 7.67%. The firm had revenue of $2.59 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $2.52 billion. During the same period in the prior year, the company posted $0.97 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was down 6.6% on a year-over-year basis.

Several other analysts also recently commented on IFF. Barclays upped their price objective on shares of International Flavors & Fragrances from $78.00 to $91.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Friday, February 13th. Citigroup upped their price target on shares of International Flavors & Fragrances from $83.00 to $95.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Friday, February 13th. UBS Group increased their price target on International Flavors & Fragrances from $71.00 to $85.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, February 13th. Berenberg Bank decreased their price objective on International Flavors & Fragrances from $78.30 to $77.50 and set a “hold” rating for the company in a report on Thursday, February 5th. Finally, Wall Street Zen upgraded International Flavors & Fragrances from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Sunday, January 4th. Thirteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, three have given a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $91.17.

International Flavors & Fragrances Price Performance

Shares of NYSE:IFF opened at $80.89 on Friday. International Flavors & Fragrances has a twelve month low of $59.14 and a twelve month high of $84.45. The company has a current ratio of 1.42, a quick ratio of 0.85 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.33. The company has a market cap of $20.72 billion, a PE ratio of -59.04, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.08 and a beta of 1.05. The company’s 50 day moving average is $72.78 and its 200 day moving average is $67.49.

Hedge Funds Weigh In On International Flavors & Fragrances

Several institutional investors and hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. River Road Asset Management LLC purchased a new position in International Flavors & Fragrances during the fourth quarter worth approximately $65,334,000. Pacer Advisors Inc. increased its position in shares of International Flavors & Fragrances by 7.6% in the fourth quarter. Pacer Advisors Inc. now owns 21,984 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock valued at $1,482,000 after buying an additional 1,544 shares in the last quarter. Kera Capital Partners Inc. acquired a new position in shares of International Flavors & Fragrances during the 4th quarter worth approximately $553,000. Dean Capital Management lifted its position in shares of International Flavors & Fragrances by 3.2% during the 4th quarter. Dean Capital Management now owns 29,217 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock valued at $1,969,000 after buying an additional 906 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Invesco Ltd. grew its stake in International Flavors & Fragrances by 4.9% in the 4th quarter. Invesco Ltd. now owns 7,519,812 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock valued at $506,760,000 after acquiring an additional 352,636 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 96.02% of the company’s stock.

About International Flavors & Fragrances

International Flavors & Fragrances Inc (NYSE:IFF) is a global leader in the creation and production of flavors, fragrances, cosmetic actives and nutritional lipids. The company develops taste and scent solutions for a wide array of end markets including food and beverage, personal care, household goods and pharmaceutical products. Its portfolio spans natural and nature-identical flavors, fine fragrances, functional ingredients for skin and hair care, and specialty oils that enhance nutritional value and sensory appeal.

IFF’s research and development network comprises innovation centers in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Latin America, where multidisciplinary teams collaborate on aroma chemistry, sensory science and biotechnology.