International Flavors & Fragrances falls as annual sales forecast below estimates
IFF•International Flavors & Fragrances expects 2026 sales of $7.5 billion to $7.6 billion, largely below estimates, while third-quarter sales beat estimates on resilient demand across divisions.
1. 2026 sales outlook
International Flavors & Fragrances shares fell 3% in extended trading after the company forecast 2026 sales of $7.5 billion to $7.6 billion, compared with estimates of $7.60 billion. CEO Erik Fyrwald said fourth-quarter profitability is expected to be softer, particularly in Health & Biosciences, citing higher costs and reinvestments to strengthen the business. Third-quarter sales beat estimates, helped by resilient demand across all divisions.
