International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) FCF Payout Ratio: 102.40%
Is International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.’s FCF payout ratio high or low?
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 102.40% is 11% above its 5-year average of 91.88%, around the middle of its 5-year range (61.88%–159.77%).
16.46% below its 12-month average of 122.57%.
IFF FCF Payout Ratio Chart
IFF Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
IFF Current vs Average FCF Payout Ratio Chart
IFF FCF Payout Ratio Metrics
FCF PAYOUT RATIO
102.40%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG TTM
122.57%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 3Y
111.13%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 5Y
91.88%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 10Y
78.10%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 15Y
73.32%
FCF PAYOUT RATIO AVG 20Y
66.61%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-16.46%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-7.86%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+11.45%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+31.11%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+39.66%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+53.73%
Payout Ratio Comparison
FCF Payout Ratio
102.4%
Earnings Payout Ratio
N/A
Dividend Yield
2.06%
FCF Yield
2.01%
Annual FCF Payout Ratio History
| Year | Free Cash Flow | Dividends Paid | FCF Payout Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $256.00M | $409.00M | 159.8% |
| 2024 | $602.00M | $514.00M | 85.4% |
| 2023 | $936.00M | $826.00M | 88.2% |
| 2022 | ($109.00M) | $810.00M | N/A (Loss) |
| 2021 | $1.04B | $667.00M | 64.1% |
| 2020 | $522.00M | $323.00M | 61.9% |
| 2019 | $457.00M | $314.00M | 68.7% |
| 2018 | $264.15M | $230.22M | 87.2% |
| 2017 | $261.78M | $206.12M | 78.7% |
| 2016 | $423.73M | $184.90M | 43.6% |
| 2015 | $366.29M | $158.87M | 43.4% |
| 2014 | $375.21M | $133.24M | 35.5% |
| 2013 | $273.40M | $87.35M | 31.9% |
| 2012 | $197.66M | $130.94M | 66.2% |
| 2011 | $61.73M | $90.25M | 146.2% |
| 2010 | $208.84M | $81.18M | 38.9% |
| 2009 | $224.82M | $78.84M | 35.1% |
| 2008 | $135.22M | $74.86M | 55.4% |
| 2007 | $248.45M | $76.60M | 30.8% |
| 2006 | $223.34M | $67.38M | 30.2% |
| 2005 | $83.73M | $67.78M | 81.0% |
| 2004 | $225.24M | $63.21M | 28.1% |
| 2003 | $203.64M | $58.17M | 28.6% |
| 2002 | $161.53M | $56.83M | 35.2% |
| 2001 | $129.49M | $57.62M | 44.5% |
| 2000 | $208.41M | $155.50M | 74.6% |
| 1999 | $93.90M | $161.20M | 171.7% |
| 1998 | $126.70M | $159.60M | 126.0% |
| 1997 | $180.90M | $157.70M | 87.2% |
| 1996 | $228.60M | $150.90M | 66.0% |
Formula: FCF Payout Ratio = Dividends Paid / Free Cash Flow × 100
FCF payout and earnings payout:
- FCF represents operating cash flow after capital expenditures
- FCF payout compares dividends paid with free cash flow
- FCF payout above 100% means dividends paid exceeded free cash flow for the period
- Earnings payout compares dividends paid with net income
Reading the series: Use the chart and table to compare dividend payments with cash generation over time.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. FCF Payout Ratio Formula & Definition
FCF Payout Ratio measures what percentage of free cash flow is paid out as dividends. Unlike earnings-based payout, it compares dividends with cash generated after capital expenditures.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. FCF Payout Ratio FAQ
- What is the FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 102.40%.
- Is International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s FCF payout ratio high or low?
- International Flavors & Fragrances Inc.'s FCF payout ratio of 102.40% is 11% above its 5-year average of 91.88%, around the middle of its 5-year range (61.88%–159.77%).
- What is the TTM average FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The TTM average FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 122.57%.
- What is the 3Y average FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 3Y average FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 111.13%.
- What is the 5Y average FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 5Y average FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 91.88%.
- What is the 10Y average FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 10Y average FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 78.10%.
- What is the 15Y average FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 15Y average FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 73.32%.
- What is the 20Y average FCF payout ratio for International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF)?
- The 20Y average FCF payout ratio for IFF stock is 66.61%.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. FCF Payout Ratio History
| DATE | FCF PAYOUT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 159.77% |
| 2024-12-31 | 85.38% |
| 2023-12-31 | 88.25% |
| 2021-12-31 | 64.13% |
| 2020-12-31 | 61.88% |
| 2019-12-31 | 68.71% |
| 2018-12-31 | 87.15% |
| 2017-12-31 | 78.74% |
| 2016-12-31 | 43.64% |
| 2015-12-31 | 43.37% |
| 2014-12-31 | 35.51% |
| 2013-12-31 | 31.95% |
| 2012-12-31 | 66.25% |
| 2011-12-31 | 146.19% |
| 2010-12-31 | 38.87% |
| 2009-12-31 | 35.07% |
| 2008-12-31 | 55.37% |
| 2007-12-31 | 30.83% |
| 2006-12-31 | 30.17% |
| 2005-12-31 | 80.95% |
| 2004-12-31 | 28.07% |
| 2003-12-31 | 28.57% |
| 2002-12-31 | 35.18% |
| 2001-12-31 | 44.50% |
| 2000-12-31 | 74.61% |
| 1999-12-31 | 171.67% |
| 1998-12-31 | 125.97% |
| 1997-12-31 | 87.18% |
| 1996-12-31 | 66.01% |
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