Dupont De Nemours Inc (DD)vsInternational Flavors & Fragrances Inc (IFF)
DD
Dupont De Nemours Inc
$131.72
+1.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $17.53B
IFF
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
$83.60
+0.77%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.33B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc generates 54% more annual revenue ($10.78B vs $6.99B). IFF leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs 0.8%. DD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.78. DD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 61/100 (C+).
DD
Buy61
out of 100
Grade: C+
IFF
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for DD.
Margin of Safety
+63.6%
Fair Value
$211.67
Current Price
$83.60
$128.07 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 149.6% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.0% revenue growth
ROE of 0.4% — below average capital efficiency
0.8% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.8% revenue growth
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
2.6% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : DD
The strongest argument for DD centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity. PEG of 0.78 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : IFF
The strongest argument for IFF centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : DD
The primary concerns for DD are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 55.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 0.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : IFF
The primary concerns for IFF are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. Thin 2.6% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
DD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.08 — expect wider price swings.
DD is growing revenue faster at 4.0% — sustainability is the question.
IFF generates stronger free cash flow (284M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SPECIALTY CHEMICALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
DD scores higher overall (61/100 vs 46/100). IFF offers better value entry with a 63.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Dupont De Nemours Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
DuPont de Nemours, Inc., commonly known as DuPont, is an American company formed by the merger of Dow Chemical and E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company on August 31, 2017, and the subsequent spinoffs of Dow Inc. and Corteva. Prior to the spinoffs it was the world's largest chemical company in terms of sales.
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
International Flavors & Fragrances is an American corporation that produces flavors, fragrances, and cosmetic actives, which it markets globally. It is headquartered in New York City.
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