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International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$78.78 +1.19 (+1.53%)
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International Flavors & Fragrances - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
5
Buy
13

Based on 18 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for International Flavors & Fragrances in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 18 analysts, 5 have given a hold rating, and 13 have given a buy rating for IFF.

Consensus Price Target

$91.16
15.71% Upside
According to the 18 analysts' twelve-month price targets for International Flavors & Fragrances, the average price target is $91.16. The highest price target for IFF is $105.00, while the lowest price target for IFF is $71.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 15.71% from the current price of $78.79.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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IFF Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
7/17/25 to 7/17/26
1 Month Ago
6/17/25 to 6/17/26
3 Months Ago
4/18/25 to 4/18/26
1 Year Ago
7/17/24 to 7/17/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
13 Buy rating(s)
13 Buy rating(s)
12 Buy rating(s)
13 Buy rating(s)
Hold
5 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
1 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
1 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$91.16$91.05$88.10$93.43
Forecasted Upside15.71% Upside19.81% Upside16.21% Upside24.57% Upside
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy

IFF Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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IFF Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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International Flavors & Fragrances Stock vs. The Competition

TypeInternational Flavors & FragrancesBasic Materials CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
2.72
2.59
2.52
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted Upside17.45% Upside166.30% Upside13.18% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
Positive News

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Positive News
Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
7/1/2026
Morgan Stanley logo
Morgan Stanley
3 of 5 stars
Lisa De
Not Rated
Boost TargetOverweight$93.00 ➝ $95.00+20.27%
6/30/2026
Argus logo
Argus
3 of 5 stars
Boost TargetBuy$80.00 ➝ $85.00+11.19%
6/24/2026
Citigroup Inc. logo
Citigroup
4 of 5 stars
Patrick Cunningham
Patrick Cunningham
3 of 5 stars
Lower TargetBuy$96.00 ➝ $88.00+16.23%
6/9/2026 Initiated CoverageBuy$100.00+32.44%
6/1/2026 Lower TargetBuy$95.00 ➝ $90.00+19.80%
5/8/2026 Lower Target$74.00 ➝ $71.00-12.40%
5/7/2026Boost TargetOverweight$80.00 ➝ $90.00+14.39%
5/7/2026 Boost Target$85.00 ➝ $95.00+20.74%
5/7/2026Boost Target$75.00 ➝ $86.00+9.30%
5/7/2026Boost TargetOverweight$90.00 ➝ $92.00+17.71%
5/7/2026 Boost TargetHold$83.00 ➝ $84.80+4.36%
5/7/2026 Boost Target$97.00 ➝ $105.00+29.21%
5/7/2026Boost TargetOutperform$88.00 ➝ $90.00+8.52%
5/6/2026 UpgradeSell (D)Hold (C)
2/13/2026Boost TargetOverweight$85.00 ➝ $100.00+22.88%
2/12/2026Boost TargetOutperform$75.00 ➝ $85.00+10.33%
1/8/2026Boost TargetBuy$84.00 ➝ $88.00+24.41%
9/8/2025UpgradeUnderperformPeer Perform
8/26/2025Reiterated RatingBuy$105.00+57.30%
5/8/2025Lower TargetOutperform$110.00 ➝ $100.00+35.70%
4/10/2025Lower TargetBuy$105.00 ➝ $91.00+27.81%
2/20/2025 DowngradeBuySell$77.00-6.08%
11/7/2024UpgradeHoldBuy$109.00+24.53%

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Should I Buy International Flavors & Fragrances Stock? IFF Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these International Flavors & Fragrances pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

International Flavors & Fragrances
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.:

  • The company recently reported earnings per share of $1.25, exceeding analysts' expectations, which indicates strong financial performance and potential for growth.
  • International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has announced a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share, translating to an annualized dividend of $1.60, providing a steady income stream for investors.
  • The stock price is currently around $74, which is near its fifty-two week low, potentially offering a buying opportunity for investors looking for value.
  • With a projected earnings per share of 4.56 for the current year, analysts anticipate continued profitability, suggesting a positive outlook for the company's financial health.
  • The company operates in diverse markets, including food and beverage, personal care, and pharmaceuticals, which helps mitigate risks associated with reliance on a single sector.

International Flavors & Fragrances
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. for these reasons:

  • The company's revenue for the latest quarter was down 3.6% year-over-year, indicating potential challenges in maintaining sales growth.
  • International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. has a relatively high dividend payout ratio of approximately 48.93%, which may limit its ability to reinvest in growth opportunities.
  • Insider ownership is only 1.07%, which may suggest a lack of confidence from those closest to the company regarding its future performance.
  • The stock has fluctuated between a fifty-two week low of $59.14 and a high of $84.45, indicating volatility that could be a concern for risk-averse investors.
  • Recent insider transactions show significant purchases, which could indicate that insiders believe the stock is undervalued, but it may also raise questions about the company's current valuation and future prospects.

IFF Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 18 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for International Flavors & Fragrances is $91.16, with a high forecast of $105.00 and a low forecast of $71.00.

18 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for International Flavors & Fragrances in the last year. There are currently 5 hold ratings and 13 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" IFF shares.

According to analysts, International Flavors & Fragrances's stock has a predicted upside of 15.71% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, International Flavors & Fragrances's stock had 1 upgrade by analysts.

Analysts like International Flavors & Fragrances more than other "basic materials" companies. The consensus rating score for International Flavors & Fragrances is 2.72 while the average consensus rating score for "basic materials" companies is 2.59. Learn more on how IFF compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:IFF) was last updated on 7/17/2026 by MarketBeat.com Staff.
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