Non-Current Assets

Net Operating Loss Carryforwards

International Flavors & Fragrances Net Operating Loss Carryforwards increased by 25.1% to $334.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 25.1%, from $267.00M to $334.00M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Net Operating Loss Carryforwards shows an upward trend with a 4.3% CAGR. This is a positive signal — higher values indicate stronger performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryEfficiency
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 27, 2026

How to read this metric

An increase suggests potential future tax savings, while a decrease indicates the company is utilizing these assets to offset taxable income.

Detailed definition

This represents the tax value of prior operating losses that can be applied to reduce future taxable income. It serves a...

Peer comparison

Common in capital-intensive industries or companies recovering from cyclical downturns.

Metric ID: net_operating_loss_carryforwards

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$312.00M$315.00M$332.00M$267.00M$334.00M
QoQ Change+1.0%+5.4%-19.6%+25.1%
YoY Change+1.0%+5.4%-19.6%+25.1%
Range$267.00M$334.00M
CAGR+7.1%
Avg YoY Growth+3.0%
Median YoY Growth+3.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is International Flavors & Fragrances's net operating loss carryforwards?
International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) reported net operating loss carryforwards of $334.00M in Q4 2025.
How has International Flavors & Fragrances's net operating loss carryforwards changed year-over-year?
International Flavors & Fragrances's net operating loss carryforwards increased by 25.1% year-over-year, from $267.00M to $334.00M.
What is the long-term trend for International Flavors & Fragrances's net operating loss carryforwards?
Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), International Flavors & Fragrances's net operating loss carryforwards has grown at a 4.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $271.00M to $334.00M.
What does net operating loss carryforwards mean?
The value of past losses that can be used to lower future tax bills.