IFF Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
IFF - International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
$83.12
-0.36 (-0.43%)
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5d:
-3.18%
30d:
-3.1%
90d:
-0.85%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Oct 1, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Nov 03, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: IFF shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
📊 MIXED SIGNALS: IFF shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$118.10
Based on 12.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$73.33
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: IFF is currently trading at $83.12, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $83.95 to $86.66. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 21.0) compared to its historical average (16.7). At these levels, the market is pricing in 7.9% annual earnings growth.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IFF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $81.54. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $96.29 (+15.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, IFF is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $81.54. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 45/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $96.29 (+15.8%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$83.95 -
$86.66
Company Quality Score
38/100
(SELL)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
80.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($96.29)
- BULLISH: Expecting earnings turnaround to 7.9% growth with 1.8% revenue growth
- WARNING: Composite score 38/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$83.95 -
$86.66
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$81.54
Resistance Level
$86.68
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Oct 1, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
20.98
Wall Street Target
$96.29
(+15.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
1.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-91.6%
Profit Margin
2.6%
Valuation Premium vs History
+7.9% premium
PE vs Historical
21.0 vs 16.7
STRETCHED
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+7.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$89.69
(+8%)
2-Year Target
$96.77
(+16%)
3-Year Target
$104.42
(+26%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→17)
PE COMPRESSION
$83.10
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.0, Growth: 20.9%)
$146.90
(+77%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.4, Growth: 20.9%)
$142.80
(+72%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.7, Growth: 20.9%)
$116.90
(+41%)
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NEUTRAL
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