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IFF Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.41x

Updated 417h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

A Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.41x means the company uses 41 cents of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity, indicating a relatively conservative capital structure.

Sector Performance

28th percentile

IFF

0.41x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.51x

Prior Period

0.47x(Apr 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

A Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.41x means the company uses 41 cents of debt for every $1 of shareholders' equity, indicating a relatively conservative capital structure.

For context, the sector median is 0.74x, so IFF sits well below that at the 28th percentile among peers, meaning most comparable firms carry more debt. Trend data are unavailable: the year-over-year change is N/A and the quarter-over-quarter change is N/A, with 0.41x as the only historical value. The combination of a low debt level and no observable trend suggests limited financial distress risk, but also offers no evidence of improving or deteriorating leverage. This absence of directional movement leaves the investment case driven by other fundamentals rather than balance-sheet changes. The metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the low leverage is a mild positive, but without a trend or sector-leading position, it does not justify a bullish or bearish tilt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about IFF?

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.

How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?

Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are IFF's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: TAP (0.76x), PCAR (0.72x), O (0.78x), PRU (0.78x), KIM (0.85x).

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The Formula

Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.