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Globe and Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
IFF Launches POWERFRESH ACE 2000 to Enhance Bread Sustainability
International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. IFF announced the launch of POWERFRESH ACE 2000, an innovative enzyme solution that will help industrial bakeries with the texture and longevity of bread. This move reflects International Flavors' commitment to aid bakeries in achieving excellence. Details on IFF's POWERFRESH ACE 2000 The fresh-keeping enzyme solution is launched in the U.S. market and is an addition to the company's established POWERFRESH portfolio. The product aims to address specific consumer demands and enhance operational efficiency. Using POWERFRESH ACE 2000 can improve softness and resilience for up to 34 days. In the company-led trial, the product revealed solid performance across both white and whole-wheat bread applications. The product can deliver superior resilience and maintain structure and visual appeal. This results in soft, yet easy-to-butter texture preservation several days after purchase. The better product resilience helps industrial bakeries to extend their distribution, which aids in better tackling shelf-life targets. As a result, the product aligns with sustainability goals. International Flavors' Q2 Performance IFF reported adjusted earnings of $1.15 per share in second-quarter 2025, which beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.11. The bottom line dipped 1% from the year-ago quarter. International Flavors' net sales were $2.76 billion in the June-end quarter, down 4.3% year over year. The top line surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.73 billion. Currency-neutral sales grew 3% year over year, led by mid-single-digit performances in Taste, and Health & Biosciences. The POWERFRESH portfolio is part of the company's Good Ingredients segment. Net sales in the Food Ingredients segment inched up 0.4% year over year to $850 million in the June-end quarter. The figure beat our estimate of $827 million. The adjusted operating EBITDA was $124 million, up 15.9% year over year. Our estimate for the segment's adjusted EBITDA was $110 million. International Flavors is part of the Chemical - Specialty industry. Let us take a look at how some peers from the industry have performed in the quarter. Linde plc LIN posted second-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings per share of $4.09, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.03. The bottom line also improved from the year-ago quarter's $3.85. Linde's total quarterly revenues of $8.5 billion surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $8.35 billion. The top line also increased from the year-ago quarter's $8,267 million. PPG Industries, Inc. PPG registered a second-quarter 2025 profit of $450 million or $1.98 per share, down from $493 million or $2.09 per share in the year-ago quarter. PPG Industries' revenues were $4.2 billion in the quarter, down 1% year over year. The top line beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.13 billion. Ecolab Inc.'s ECL adjusted earnings in second-quarter 2025 were $1.89 per share, up from $1.68 a year ago. The figure missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.90. Ecolab reported net revenues of $4.02 billion for the quarter, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $4.01 billion. The company's top line increased 1% year over year. See our %%CTA_TEXT%% report – free today! 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Ecolab Inc. (ECL): Free Stock Analysis Report PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG): Free Stock Analysis Report International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF): Free Stock Analysis Report Linde PLC (LIN): Free Stock Analysis Report
National Post
4 days ago
- Business
- National Post
IFF Launches POWERFRESH® ACE 2000, a Bread Fresh-Keeping Solution That 'Aces' the Shelf-Life Test
Article content New enzyme solution delivers longer-lasting softness, operational efficiency and market-driven innovation tailored to U.S. bakery needs Article content NEW YORK — IFF (NYSE: IFF) — a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences — announces the launch of POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 to the U.S. market. This next-generation fresh-keeping enzyme solution is designed to help industrial bakeries deliver bread with improved softness, resilience and cohesiveness throughout shelf life — meeting specific consumer demands while improving operational efficiency. Article content Article content 'Developed by IFF's biosciences experts, this advancement underscores our commitment to helping bakeries deliver exceptional value and maintain a competitive edge in the industry,' said Clementina Dellomonaco, senior vice president of food biosciences at IFF. 'Whenever we enhance the consumer experience, we help our customers build stronger brand equity, drive repeat purchases and unlock long-term growth.' As ingredient prices rise and consumer expectations for long-lasting freshness continue to grow, U.S. bakeries face unprecedented pressure to maintain product quality without increasing operational strain. A recent survey shows that 60% of U.S. consumers would buy bread marketed as 'fresher for longer,' and more than half expect at least four days of freshness at purchase. 1 POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 addresses these priorities by improving softness and resilience for up to 34 days, while reducing waste and inventory complexity. Article content In IFF-led trials, POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 demonstrated a strong performance across both white and whole-wheat bread applications. This enzyme consistently delivered superior resilience while maintaining structure and visual appeal, even at lower dosage levels compared to market alternatives, resulting in stable loaves with excellent texture and mouthfeel. Crucially, it preserved the soft, yet easy-to-butter texture that consumers prefer, even several days after purchase. Article content 'As a staple food, bread is a regular fixture in consumers' baskets — so expectations for quality are high and constant,' said Emily Wagener, industry leader for food and beverage enzymes for North America at IFF. 'At the same time, bakeries face challenges that require smarter solutions. POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 is bakers' ally to deliver high-quality products with the delicious texture and freshness consumers expect, every time.' Article content As the latest addition to IFF's established POWERFRESH® portfolio, this new solution offers a smarter path to consistent bread quality and efficiency — whether used in new formulations or to optimize existing ones. Improved product resilience enables industrial bakeries to extend distribution and better manage shelf-life targets. These operational gains also align with sustainability goals by reducing waste, minimizing returns and optimizing resources across the supply chain. Article content Learn more about POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 and IFF's innovative bakery enzyme portfolio here. Welcome to IFF At IFF (NYSE: IFF), we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products — advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. Learn more at LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. Article content Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
IFF Launches POWERFRESH® ACE 2000, a Bread Fresh-Keeping Solution That ‘Aces' the Shelf-Life Test
New enzyme solution delivers longer-lasting softness, operational efficiency and market-driven innovation tailored to U.S. bakery needs NEW YORK, August 13, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--IFF (NYSE: IFF) — a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences — announces the launch of POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 to the U.S. market. This next-generation fresh-keeping enzyme solution is designed to help industrial bakeries deliver bread with improved softness, resilience and cohesiveness throughout shelf life — meeting specific consumer demands while improving operational efficiency. "Developed by IFF's biosciences experts, this advancement underscores our commitment to helping bakeries deliver exceptional value and maintain a competitive edge in the industry," said Clementina Dellomonaco, senior vice president of food biosciences at IFF. "Whenever we enhance the consumer experience, we help our customers build stronger brand equity, drive repeat purchases and unlock long-term growth." As ingredient prices rise and consumer expectations for long-lasting freshness continue to grow, U.S. bakeries face unprecedented pressure to maintain product quality without increasing operational strain. A recent survey shows that 60% of U.S. consumers would buy bread marketed as "fresher for longer," and more than half expect at least four days of freshness at purchase.1 POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 addresses these priorities by improving softness and resilience for up to 34 days, while reducing waste and inventory complexity. In IFF-led trials, POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 demonstrated a strong performance across both white and whole-wheat bread applications. This enzyme consistently delivered superior resilience while maintaining structure and visual appeal, even at lower dosage levels compared to market alternatives, resulting in stable loaves with excellent texture and mouthfeel. Crucially, it preserved the soft, yet easy-to-butter texture that consumers prefer, even several days after purchase. "As a staple food, bread is a regular fixture in consumers' baskets — so expectations for quality are high and constant," said Emily Wagener, industry leader for food and beverage enzymes for North America at IFF. "At the same time, bakeries face challenges that require smarter solutions. POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 is bakers' ally to deliver high-quality products with the delicious texture and freshness consumers expect, every time." As the latest addition to IFF's established POWERFRESH® portfolio, this new solution offers a smarter path to consistent bread quality and efficiency — whether used in new formulations or to optimize existing ones. Improved product resilience enables industrial bakeries to extend distribution and better manage shelf-life targets. These operational gains also align with sustainability goals by reducing waste, minimizing returns and optimizing resources across the supply chain. Learn more about POWERFRESH® ACE 2000 and IFF's innovative bakery enzyme portfolio here. Welcome to IFF At IFF (NYSE: IFF), we make joy through science, creativity and heart. As the global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences, we deliver groundbreaking, sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products — advancing wellness, delighting the senses and enhancing the human experience. Learn more at LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. ©2025 International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF). IFF, the IFF Logo, and all trademarks and service marks denoted with ™, SM or ® are owned by IFF or affiliates of IFF unless otherwise noted. All Rights Reserved. 1 FMCG Gurus Custom Survey Global and Regional Sustainability Q4 2024 View source version on Contacts Andrea Virginia Leroux PáezGlobal Communications Manager, Food Biosciences, Health & Biosciences+34 664 17 82
