Align Technology, Inc. vs First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund — how do they compare? Align Technology, Inc. trades at $172.77 (market cap $12.29B), while First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund trades at $315.63. The key difference: First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund is trading nearer its 52-week high, Align Technology, Inc. nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ALGN | QTEC | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $12.29B | — |
Sector | Health | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $197.51 | $335.74 |
52-Week Low | $124.88 | $207.03 |
Enterprise Value | $11.30B | — |
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Align is the leading manufacturer of clear dental aligners globally, having pioneered the technology with the introduction of its Invisalign branded aligners in 1998. Since then, Invisalign has become a household name, having treated over 10 million patients with malocclusion (misaligned teeth) through orthodontist and dentist-guided treatment plans. The company maintains dominant market share of clear aligners, despite the introduction of direct-to-consumer competitors upon the expiration of key patents that began in 2017. Align also manufactures intraoral scanners (iTero), used for orthodontic treatment and restorative dental procedures (digital models for crowns, veneers, and implants).
Read more on ALGN →QTEC is an ETF that seeks to track the performance of the NASDAQ-100 Technology Sector Index. The fund provides targeted exposure to companies within the NASDAQ-100 that are classified as technology or telecommunications companies, focusing on firms involved in software, hardware, and related services. QTEC is a tool for investors seeking focused exposure to high-growth, large-cap technology companies listed on the NASDAQ exchange.
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