Shares of International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) declined by 2.66% on Wednesday, closing at $68.89. This performance marked the stock's third consecutive day of losses, contributing to a broader weakness in the market as shares fell overall. The decline occurred while major indices also struggled; the S&P 500 Index dropped 0.04% to settle at 7,135.95, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.57% to close at 48,861.81. The underperformance of IFF was observed on a day that was generally poor for the stock market, with no specific positive catalyst mentioned in the provided text to explain the individual company's drop beyond the general negative sentiment. The article notes that while IFF slipped significantly compared to its broader context of a losing session, it does not explicitly detail how specific competitors performed relative to one another other than establishing a comparative underperformance for IFF itself. The reporting was published on April 29, 2026, and included data caveats such as intraday information being provided by FactSet with delays of at least 15 minutes or per exchange requirements. All quotes referenced were in local exchange time, and historical data was sourced from FactSet through an automated process partnering with Automated Insights and MarketWatch Automation to ensure accuracy and speed in content delivery.