International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) Return on Equity (ROE): 6.03%
Is International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 6.03% is 265% above its 5-year average of -3.65%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-17.56%–6.03%).
As of Thursday, June 11, 2026. 1607.50% above its 12-month average of -0.40%.
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IFF Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
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IFF Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
6.03%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
-0.40%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
-7.24%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
-3.65%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
5.43%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
11.38%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
15.89%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+1607.50%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+183.34%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+265.28%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+10.96%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-47.02%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-62.06%
IFF Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) | $19.79B | 6.03% | -0.40% | -7.24% | -3.65% |
| DuPont de Nemours, Inc. (DD) | $18.56B | -0.21% | -1.29% | 5.31% | 6.34% |
| Alcoa Corporation (AA) | $17.72B | 15.15% | 9.96% | 0.55% | 1.04% |
| United States Steel Corporation (X) | $12.42B | 0.61% | 5.74% | 20.63% | 6.00% |
| MP Materials Corp. (MP) | $10.18B | -2.99% | -4.89% | 3.50% | 4.14% |
| Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) | $35.36B | 13.22% | 11.96% | 11.17% | 10.77% |
| Nucor Corporation (NUE) | $58.38B | 10.87% | 9.16% | 20.31% | 22.77% |
| Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (APD) | $62.06B | 13.47% | 9.92% | 13.27% | 14.03% |
| Ecolab Inc. (ECL) | $72.95B | 21.05% | 22.68% | 19.38% | 12.27% |
| The Sherwin-Williams Company (SHW) | $75.55B | 58.66% | 61.02% | 62.87% | 64.03% |
Return Analysis
ROE
6.0%
ROA
3.4%
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is 6.03%.
- Is International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 6.03% is 265% above its 5-year average of -3.65%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-17.56%–6.03%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is -0.40%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is -7.24%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is -3.65%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is 5.43%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is 11.38%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for IFF stock is 15.89%.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | -2.55% |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.75% |
| 2023-12-31 | -17.56% |
| 2022-12-31 | -10.58% |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.27% |
| 2020-12-31 | 5.78% |
| 2019-12-31 | 7.30% |
| 2018-12-31 | 5.54% |
| 2017-12-31 | 17.56% |
| 2016-12-31 | 24.91% |
| 2015-12-31 | 26.36% |
| 2014-12-31 | 27.30% |
| 2013-12-31 | 24.16% |
| 2012-12-31 | 20.35% |
| 2011-12-31 | 24.16% |
| 2010-12-31 | 26.37% |
| 2009-12-31 | 25.43% |
| 2008-12-31 | 40.07% |
| 2007-12-31 | 40.04% |
| 2006-12-31 | 25.02% |
| 2005-12-31 | 21.09% |
| 2004-12-31 | 21.53% |
| 2003-12-31 | 23.24% |
| 2002-12-31 | 30.62% |
| 2001-12-31 | 22.13% |
| 2000-12-31 | 19.49% |
| 1999-12-31 | 18.87% |
| 1998-12-31 | 21.56% |
| 1997-12-31 | 21.81% |
| 1996-12-31 | 17.64% |
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About International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF), through its various subsidiaries, operates as a global developer and purveyor of active cosmetic and natural health ingredients. These vital components are incorporated into a wide array of consumer goods distributed across significant markets such as Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Greater Asia, North America, and Latin America. The company's activities are organized into four principal divisions: 1. Nourish: This segment focuses on natural and plant-derived specialty food ingredients, offering items like flavor compounds, savory solutions, and inclusions. It also provides natural food protection solutions, including antioxidants and anti-microbials, for use in beverages, confectionery, and dairy items. 2. Scent: The Scent division creates fragrance compounds, encompassing luxurious fine fragrances (perfumes and colognes) and everyday consumer fragrances. It further supplies essential fragrance ingredients, both synthetic and natural, which are blended to formulate new scents. Additionally, this segment delivers cosmetic active ingredients, such as functional compounds, botanicals, and advanced delivery systems, designed to enhance customers' cosmetic and personal care product lines. 3. Health & Biosciences: This segment is dedicated to the research, development, and production of enzymes, food cultures, probiotics, and other specialized biological ingredients. 4. Pharma Solutions: This division is responsible for manufacturing and distributing cellulosic and seaweed-derived pharmaceutical excipients. IFF's diverse customer base primarily consists of manufacturers in sectors including perfumery, cosmetics, hair and personal care, soaps and detergents, cleaning products, dairy, meat and processed foods, beverages, snacks and savory items, sweet and baked goods, dietary supplements, infant and elderly nutrition, functional foods, and producers of pharmaceutical excipients and oral care products. Established in 1833, International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. is headquartered in New York, New York.
- Sector
- Basic Materials
- Industry
- Chemicals - Specialty
- CEO
- Jon Erik Fyrwald