International Flavors & Fragrances (MIL:1IFF) Growth Rank: 1 (As of Sep. 04, 2026) — Near Median

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MIL:1IFF International Flavors & Fragrances Inc MIL:1IFF
42 GF Score
Price €68.12
GF Value €50.07
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is International Flavors & Fragrances Growth Rank?

International Flavors & Fragrances MIL:1IFF 42 Growth Rank is 1 as of Sep. 04, 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 1.00. GuruFocus rates MIL:1IFF with a GF Score™ of 42/100 and a GF Value™ of €50.07 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review.

International Flavors & Fragrances has the Growth Rank of 1.

GuruFocus Growth Rank measures the growth of a company in terms of its revenue and profitability, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. Historically, the companies with the highest growth ranks performed the best over the long term. It is calculated using the following criteria:

1. 5-year revenue growth rate, the higher, the better.
2. 3-year revenue growth rate, the higher, the better.
3. 5-year EBITDA growth rate, the higher, the better.
4. The predictability of 5-year revenue. The most consistent it is, the higher the rank.

A higher score reflects a greater ability to drive business growth, with companies considered to have strong and sustainable expansion potential. Conversely, a lower score indicates challenges in achieving consistent growth and scalability.

GuruFocus found that the Growth Rank is the second of the two most-sensitive parameters among the five parameters checked. Please click GF Score to see more details on GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

Please note that we are using the five-year EBITDA growth rate as a parameter, so the company needs to have had positive growth over that time. The reason we use EBITDA instead of earnings per share is that with EBITDA, we can rank a lot more companies since a company may have positive EBITDA but negative EPS. Since we are looking at the growth here, EBITDA gives us a pretty clear picture about the growth in the company's business operations.

International Flavors & Fragrances Growth Rank Related Terms

MIL:1IFF vs LYB, PPG, DD: Growth Rank Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, International Flavors & Fragrances's Growth Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Growth Rank 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 Growth Rank vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, International Flavors & Fragrances's Growth Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where International Flavors & Fragrances's Growth Rank falls into.


MIL:1IFF
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Growth Rank →
What does a Growth Rank of 1 mean?
International Flavors & Fragrances (MIL:1IFF) has a Growth Rank of 1 as of Sep. 04, 2026. Growth Rank measures the growth of a company in terms of its revenue and profitability. View historical data on International Flavors & Fragrances and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 1.00. Over the past decade, International Flavors & Fragrances' Growth Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 3.00.
Is International Flavors & Fragrances' Growth Rank too high?
International Flavors & Fragrances' current Growth Rank of 1 is near median its 10-year median of 1.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 3.00. Overall, International Flavors & Fragrances has a GF Score™ of 42/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Flavors & Fragrances' Growth Rank compare to LYB and PPG?
International Flavors & Fragrances' Growth Rank of 1 can be compared against companies in the Chemicals industry. Historically, International Flavors & Fragrances' own Growth Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 3.00 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 Growth Rank for a Chemicals company?
A good Growth Rank depends on the Chemicals industry context. However, Growth Rank 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 Growth Rank mean?
A high Growth Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Growth Rank measures the growth of a company in terms of its revenue and profitability. View historical data on International Flavors & Fragrances and its competitors. International Flavors & Fragrances's current Growth Rank is 1, which is near median its own 10-year median of 1.00. 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 (MIL:1IFF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €50.07, compared to a current price of €68.12 — trading 36% above its estimated fair value. The current Growth Rank is 1, which is near median its 10-year median of 1.00. International Flavors & Fragrances' overall GF Score™ is 42/100 with 10 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Growth Rank calculated?
Growth Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Flavors & Fragrances (MIL:1IFF), the current Growth Rank is 1 as of Sep. 04, 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 (MIL:1IFF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Flavors & Fragrances stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €68.12 is trading 36% above its estimated GF Value™ of €50.07. GuruFocus considers International Flavors & Fragrances to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MIL:1IFF:

  • Growth Rank: 1 (near median its 10-year median of 1.00)
  • GF Value™: €50.07 vs. price of €68.12 (36% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 42/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MIL:1IFF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

International Flavors & Fragrances Business Description

Address 521 West 57th Street, New York, NY, USA, 10019-2960
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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