International Flavors & Fragrances Stock Performance and Analyst Outlook
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) has outperformed both the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) and the Materials Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLB), with a year-to-date stock return of nearly 22% compared to market averages. The company reported strong Q2 results, including $1.95 billion in continuing-operations sales, adjusted operating EBITDA of $408 million, and an adjusted EPS of $0.82. IFF also announced plans for capital returns, including a share repurchase program and debt reduction following the Food Ingredients divestiture. Analysts have maintained a generally positive outlook on IFF stock over recent months, with 13
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