MIL:1IFF'
s ROA % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -7.79 Med: 1.87 Max: 10.49
Current: 3.26
During the past 13 years, International Flavors & Fragrances's highest ROA % was 10.49%. The lowest was -7.79%. And the median was 1.87%.
MIL:1IFF's ROA % is ranked better than 53.3% of 1619
companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 2.9
vs MIL:1IFF: 3.26
International Flavors & Fragrances (MIL:1IFF) ROA % Explanation
ROA % measures the rate of return on the total assets (shareholder equity plus liabilities). It measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from shareholders' equity plus its liabilities. ROA % shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. ROA %s can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, ROA % should not be used to compare companies in different industries. For retailers, a ROA % of higher than 5% is expected. For example, Wal-Mart (WMT) has a ROA % of about 8% as of 2012. For banks, ROA % is close to their interest spread. A banks ROA % is typically well under 2%.
Similar to ROE, ROA % is affected by profit margins and asset turnover. This can be seen from the Du Pont Formula:
Note:
The Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data. The Revenue data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) revenue 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.
Be Aware
Like ROE, ROA % is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the company's earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. ROA % can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by goodwill, a company's tax rate and its interest payment. ROA % may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high ROA % may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
E.g. Raising $43b to take on KO is impossible, but $1.7b to take on Moody's is. Although Moody's ROA % and underlying economics is far superior to Coca Cola, the durability is far weaker because of lower entry cost.
International Flavors & Fragrances ROA % Related Terms
International Flavors & Fragrances ROA % 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.
For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, International Flavors & Fragrances's ROA %, along with its competitors' market caps and ROA % 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 ROA % vs Chemicals Industry
For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, International Flavors & Fragrances's ROA % distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where International Flavors & Fragrances's ROA % falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual ROA %, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
ROA % is displayed in the 30-year financial page.
International Flavors & Fragrances (MIL:1IFF) has a ROA % of 2.68% as of Mar. 2026. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on International Flavors & Fragrances and its competitors. This is 43% above median its historical median of 1.87. According to the industry distribution chart, International Flavors & Fragrances ranks #756 out of 1619 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 46.7%.
Is International Flavors & Fragrances' ROA % too high?
International Flavors & Fragrances' current ROA % of 2.68% is 43% above median its 10-year median of 1.87. The Chemicals industry median ROA % is 2.90. International Flavors & Fragrances' value of 2.68% is 7.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, International Flavors & Fragrances ranks #756 out of 1619 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, International Flavors & Fragrances has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Flavors & Fragrances' ROA % compare to DD and ALB?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, International Flavors & Fragrances ranks #756 out of 1619 companies for ROA %. This puts International Flavors & Fragrances in the upper half of its industry. The industry median ROA % is 2.90. International Flavors & Fragrances' value of 2.68% is 7.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 1.87 vs. the industry median of 2.90, International Flavors & Fragrances has consistently been below 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 ROA % for a Chemicals company?
The median ROA % among Chemicals companies is 2.90, based on 1,619 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a ROA % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, ROA % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. International Flavors & Fragrances's current ROA % of 2.68% is 7.6% below 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 ROA % mean?
A high ROA % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period total assets. View historical data on International Flavors & Fragrances and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median ROA % is 2.90 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. International Flavors & Fragrances's current ROA % is 2.68%, which is 43% above median its own 10-year median of 1.87. 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 Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €60.53, compared to a current price of €62.48 — trading 3.2% above its estimated fair value. The current ROA % is 2.68%, which is 43% above median its 10-year median of 1.87 and 7.6% below the Chemicals industry median of 2.90. International Flavors & Fragrances' overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 9 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is ROA % calculated?
ROA % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Flavors & Fragrances (MIL:1IFF), the current ROA % is 2.68% as of Mar. 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 €62.48 is trading 3.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €60.53.
GuruFocus considers International Flavors & Fragrances to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for MIL:1IFF:
ROA %: 2.68% (43% above median its 10-year median of 1.87)
GF Value™: €60.53 vs. price of €62.48 (3.2% above fair value)
Industry Position: 7.6% below the Chemicals median (#756 of 1619)
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
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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