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Mar 31, 2020

IFF Q1 2020 Earnings Report

IFF's first quarter 2020 results were reported, demonstrating resilience amidst challenging circumstances.

Key Takeaways

IFF reported a 4% increase in net sales to $1.35 billion for the first quarter of 2020. The company's EPS was $1.15, and adjusted EPS excluding amortization was $1.62. Strong performance in Scent and Taste segments drove the growth, while the company withdrew its full-year financial guidance due to COVID-19 related uncertainty.

IFF reported a 4% increase in net sales, reaching $1.35 billion, driven by growth in Scent and Taste segments.

Reported EPS was $1.15 per diluted share, while adjusted EPS excluding amortization was $1.62 per diluted share.

The company saw strong demand for ingredients and solutions used in consumer products like packaged food, beverage, and hygiene products.

IFF withdrew its full-year financial guidance due to the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Total Revenue
$1.35B
Previous year: $1.3B
+3.9%
EPS
$1.62
Previous year: $1.57
+3.2%
Operating Margin
15%
Gross Profit
$566M
Previous year: $531M
+6.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$433M
Previous year: $484M
-10.4%
Free Cash Flow
-$32M
Previous year: -$10.4M
+208.4%
Total Assets
$12.7B
Previous year: $13.2B
-4.0%

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IFF Revenue by Segment

Forward Guidance

Due to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, IFF has withdrawn its full-year financial guidance, citing uncertainty around the ultimate impact on its financial results.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income