A O Smith Corp vs Abrdn Physical Platinum Shares ETF — how do they compare? A O Smith Corp trades at $63.65 (market cap $8.65B), while Abrdn Physical Platinum Shares ETF trades at $16.15. The key difference: A O Smith Corp pays a 2.26% dividend while Abrdn Physical Platinum Shares ETF pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| AOS | PPLT | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $8.65B | — |
Sector | Industrials | Commodities - Metals/Agriculture |
52-Week High | $80.47 | $25.23 |
52-Week Low | $55.78 | $11.95 |
Enterprise Value | $9.15B | — |
Dividend Yield | 2.26% | — |
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A.O. Smith Corporation manufactures and markets comprehensive lines of residential and commercial gas, gas tankless, and electric water heaters. Supplementary products include water heating equipment, condensing and noncondensing boilers, and water system tanks. The company's two operating segments are by geographic region: North America (majority of total revenue) and the Rest of the World. A material portion of sales in North America derive from replacing existing products, and the company utilizes a wholesale distribution channel and multiple selling locations. The Rest of the World segment sells primarily to Asian countries and operates sales offices to expand distribution and market its product portfolio.
Read more on AOS →PPLT is a physically-backed ETF designed to track the spot price of platinum, less the Trust's expenses. It holds physical platinum bullion in secure vaults, providing investors with a liquid and cost-effective way to access the platinum market without the logistical challenges of direct ownership.
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