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Credit and net operating loss carryforwards

International Flavors & Fragrances Credit and net operating loss carryforwards increased by 22.1% to $359.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2024
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 27, 2026

How to read this metric

An increase indicates accumulated tax shields, while a decrease suggests successful utilization of these assets to offset tax liabilities.

Detailed definition

This represents the future tax benefit arising from historical operating losses or unused tax credits that can be applie...

Peer comparison

Standard across capital-intensive industries; highly dependent on historical profitability cycles and tax jurisdiction rules.

Metric ID: other_credit_and_net_operating_loss_carryforwards

Historical Data

2 periods
 Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$294.00M$359.00M
QoQ Change+22.1%
YoY Change+22.1%
Range$294.00M$359.00M
Avg YoY Growth+22.1%
Median YoY Growth+22.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is International Flavors & Fragrances's credit and net operating loss carryforwards?
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) reported credit and net operating loss carryforwards of $359.00M in Q4 2025.
What does credit and net operating loss carryforwards mean?
The value of past losses or tax credits that can be used to lower future tax bills.