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WBO:IFF'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 18.64 Med: 28.52 Max: 103.21
Current: 24.06
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of International Flavors & Fragrances was 103.21. The lowest was 18.64. And the median was 28.52.
WBO:IFF's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 74.72% of 1610
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 11.18
vs WBO:IFF: 24.06
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF) EV-to-OCF Explanation
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
International Flavors & Fragrances's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
International Flavors & Fragrances's share price for today is €74.92.
International Flavors & Fragrances's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €0.941.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
International Flavors & Fragrances EV-to-OCF Related Terms
International Flavors & Fragrances EV-to-OCF Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
International Flavors & Fragrances EV-to-OCF Chart
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, International Flavors & Fragrances's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
International Flavors & Fragrances EV-to-OCF vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, International Flavors & Fragrances's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Flavors & Fragrances's EV-to-OCF falls into.
International Flavors & Fragrances's current Enterprise Value is €23,929 Mil.
International Flavors & Fragrances's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1,000 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF) has a EV-to-OCF of 23.93 as of Aug. 27, 2026. This is 16% below median its historical median of 28.52. Over the past decade, International Flavors & Fragrances' EV-to-OCF has ranged from 18.64 to 103.21. According to the industry distribution chart, International Flavors & Fragrances ranks #1203 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 74.7%.
Is International Flavors & Fragrances' EV-to-OCF too high?
International Flavors & Fragrances' current EV-to-OCF of 23.93 is 16% below median its 10-year median of 28.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 18.64 to a high of 103.21. The Chemicals industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.18. International Flavors & Fragrances' value of 23.93 is 114% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Flavors & Fragrances ranks #1203 out of 1610 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, International Flavors & Fragrances has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Flavors & Fragrances' EV-to-OCF compare to LYB and DD?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, International Flavors & Fragrances ranks #1203 out of 1610 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places International Flavors & Fragrances in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 11.18. International Flavors & Fragrances' value of 23.93 is 114% above this benchmark. Historically, International Flavors & Fragrances' own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 18.64 to 103.21 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.52 vs. the industry median of 11.18, International Flavors & Fragrances has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for a Chemicals company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Chemicals companies is 11.18, based on 1,610 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Flavors & Fragrances's current EV-to-OCF of 23.93 is 114% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Chemicals industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 11.18 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Flavors & Fragrances's current EV-to-OCF is 23.93, which is 16% below median its own 10-year median of 28.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is International Flavors & Fragrances stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €55.23, compared to a current price of €74.92 — trading 35.7% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 23.93, which is 16% below median its 10-year median of 28.52 and 114% above the Chemicals industry median of 11.18. International Flavors & Fragrances' overall GF Score™ is 64/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF), the current EV-to-OCF is 23.93 as of Aug. 27, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Flavors & Fragrances stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €74.92 is trading 35.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of €55.23.
GuruFocus considers International Flavors & Fragrances to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for WBO:IFF:
EV-to-OCF: 23.93 (16% below median its 10-year median of 28.52)
GF Value™: €55.23 vs. price of €74.92 (35.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 114% above the Chemicals median (#1203 of 1610)
No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:IFF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
International Flavors & Fragrances is the largest specialty ingredients producer globally. It sells ingredients for the food, beverage, health, household goods, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries. The company makes proprietary formulations and partners with customers to deliver custom solutions. Through its taste and scent segments, which each generate around 25% of profits, IFF is a leading flavor and fragrance producer. The health and biosciences business, which generates 30% of profits, is a global leader in probiotics and enzymes. The remaining profits come from the food ingredients business, which sells texturants, plant-based proteins, and other ingredients, though IFF plans to divest it in a deal expected to close in 2027.
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