Ascent Industries Co (ACNT)vsInternational Flavors & Fragrances Inc (IFF)
ACNT
Ascent Industries Co
$15.00
+1.49%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $133.16M
IFF
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
$83.61
-0.52%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $22.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc generates 12805% more annual revenue ($10.78B vs $83.54M). IFF leads profitability with a 2.6% profit margin vs -5.3%. ACNT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.94. ACNT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 50/100 (D+).
ACNT
Hold50
out of 100
Grade: D+
IFF
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ACNT.
Margin of Safety
+63.6%
Fair Value
$211.67
Current Price
$83.61
$128.06 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 37.6% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 89.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : ACNT
The strongest argument for ACNT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 37.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.94 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : IFF
The strongest argument for IFF centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ACNT
The primary concerns for ACNT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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
ACNT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while IFF is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
IFF carries more volatility with a beta of 0.94 — expect wider price swings.
ACNT is growing revenue faster at 37.6% — sustainability is the question.
IFF generates stronger free cash flow (284M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ACNT scores higher overall (50/100 vs 44/100) and 37.6% revenue growth. IFF offers better value entry with a 63.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Hold" 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.
Ascent Industries Co
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Ascent Industries Co., manufactures and sells specialty metals and chemicals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
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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