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Interest limitation
International Flavors & Fragrances Interest limitation decreased by 9.3% to $205M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 9.3%, from $226M to $205M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Interest limitation shows an upward trend with a 32.1% CAGR.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2017
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 27, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase indicates higher interest expense relative to tax-deductible limits, while a decrease shows successful utilization of these carryforwards.
Detailed definition
This represents the tax benefit associated with interest expenses that were disallowed in the current period due to tax...
Peer comparison
Varies significantly based on capital structure and local tax laws regarding thin capitalization rules.
Metric ID:
other_deferred_tax_assets_interest_limitationsHistorical Data
5 periods
| Q4 '21 | Q4 '22 | Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $43M | $3M | $127M | $226M | $205M |
| QoQ Change | — | -93.0% | >999% | +78.0% | -9.3% |
| YoY Change | — | -93.0% | >999% | +78.0% | -9.3% |
Range$3M – $226M
CAGR+376.7%
Avg YoY Growth>999%
Median YoY Growth+34.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is International Flavors & Fragrances's interest limitation?
- International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF) reported interest limitation of $205M in Q4 2025.
- How has International Flavors & Fragrances's interest limitation changed year-over-year?
- International Flavors & Fragrances's interest limitation decreased by 9.3% year-over-year, from $226M to $205M.
- What is the long-term trend for International Flavors & Fragrances's interest limitation?
- Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), International Flavors & Fragrances's interest limitation has grown at a 32.1% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $51M to $205M.
- What does interest limitation mean?
- Tax benefits from interest payments that couldn't be deducted this year but can be used in future years.