International Flavors & Fragrances has the GF Score of 63, which implies that the company
might have
Poor future performance potential.
The GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation, which has been found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks by backtesting from 2006 to 2021. The stocks with a higher GF Score generally generate higher returns than those with lower GF Scores. Therefore, when picking stocks, investors should invest in companies with high GF Scores. The GF Score ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest rank.
GF Score takes following five key aspects into consideration:
Each one of these components is ranked and the ranks also have positive correlation with the long term performances of stocks. The GF score is calculated using the five key aspects of analysis. Through backtesting, we know that each of these key aspects has a different impact on the stock price performance. Thus, they are weighted differently when calculating the total score. The Profitability Rank and the Growth Rank are weighted fully, while other parameters have less weight.
Based on research and backtesting result, GuruFocus believes International Flavors & Fragrances
might have
Poor future performance potential.
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International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF) GF Score Explanation
Based on the historical long-term performances among five valuation aspects, the GF Score is found to be closely correlated to the long-term performances of stocks. It ranges from 0 to 100, with 100 as the highest. GuruFocus divided GF Score into following 5 categories:
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International Flavors & Fragrances GF Score Related Terms
WBO:IFF vs DD, LYB, ALB: GF Score Comparison
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, International Flavors & Fragrances's GF Score, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Score 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 GF Score vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, International Flavors & Fragrances's GF Score distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Flavors & Fragrances's GF Score falls into.
International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF) has a GF Score of 63 as of Jul. 05, 2026. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on International Flavors & Fragrances and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 59.00. Over the past decade, International Flavors & Fragrances' GF Score has ranged from 37.00 to 89.00.
Is International Flavors & Fragrances' GF Score too high?
International Flavors & Fragrances' current GF Score of 63 is near median its 10-year median of 59.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 37.00 to a high of 89.00. Overall, International Flavors & Fragrances has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Flavors & Fragrances' GF Score compare to DD and LYB?
International Flavors & Fragrances' GF Score of 63 can be compared against companies in the Chemicals industry. Historically, International Flavors & Fragrances' own GF Score has ranged from 37.00 to 89.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Score for a Chemicals company?
A good GF Score depends on the Chemicals industry context. However, GF Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high GF Score mean?
A high GF Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Score is a stock performance ranking system developed by GuruFocus using five aspects of valuation. View historical data on International Flavors & Fragrances and its competitors. International Flavors & Fragrances's current GF Score is 63, which is near median its own 10-year median of 59.00. 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 Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €63.80, compared to a current price of €73.56 — trading 15.3% above its estimated fair value. The current GF Score is 63, which is near median its 10-year median of 59.00. International Flavors & Fragrances' overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Score calculated?
GF Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Flavors & Fragrances (WBO:IFF), the current GF Score is 63 as of Jul. 05, 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 €73.56 is trading 15.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €63.80.
GuruFocus considers International Flavors & Fragrances to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for WBO:IFF:
GF Score: 63 (near median its 10-year median of 59.00)
GF Value™: €63.80 vs. price of €73.56 (15.3% above fair value)
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 Business Description
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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