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IFF P/E Ratio Analysis

77.2x

Updated 417h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio measures a company's share price divided by its earnings per share, showing how much investors pay for each dollar of profit.

Sector Performance

93th percentile

IFF

77.2x

Sector Median

23.1x

Sector Avg

33.7x

Prior Period

78.8x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio measures a company's share price divided by its earnings per share, showing how much investors pay for each dollar of profit.

At 77.2x, the current P/E is far above the sector median of 23.3x, placing the stock in the 93rd percentile among its sector peers. The metric has been increasing over the last eight quarters, though the exact year-over-year change is not available, and it dipped 2.0% quarter-over-quarter from 78.8x to 77.2x. This combination of a very high level and an upward trend over time suggests investors are pricing in strong future earnings growth, which raises the risk of a sharp decline if those expectations are not met. The slight quarterly drop offers little relief, as the valuation remains elevated relative to the sector. This high P/E level does not contradict the overall NEUTRAL verdict, but it means the stock carries elevated valuation risk alongside its growth potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about IFF?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

Who are IFF's closest peers by P/E Ratio?

The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: WELL (102.4x), IAC (104.9x), FORM (108.1x), MCHP (113.5x), MTSI (118.9x).

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.