Becton Dickinson and Co vs Williams-Sonoma, Inc. — how do they compare? Becton Dickinson and Co trades at $180.75 (market cap $49.41B), while Williams-Sonoma, Inc. trades at $250.52 (market cap $29.51B). The key difference: Becton Dickinson and Co is the larger of the two by market cap, and Becton Dickinson and Co pays the higher dividend (2.32%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| BDX | WSM | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $49.41B | $29.51B |
Sector | Health | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $185.39 | $251.81 |
52-Week Low | $138.62 | $168.64 |
Enterprise Value | $65.51B | $30.35B |
Dividend Yield | 2.32% | 1.21% |
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Becton, Dickinson is the world's largest manufacturer and distributor of medical surgical products, such as needles, syringes, and sharps-disposal units. The company also manufactures diagnostic instruments and reagents, as well as flow cytometry and cell-imaging systems. BD Interventional (largely the former Bard business) accounts for 23% of revenue. International revenue accounts for 44% of the company's business.
Read more on BDX →With a wide retail and direct-to-consumer presence, Williams-Sonoma is a leader in the $300 billion domestic home category, focused on expanding its exposure in the B2B, marketplace, and franchise areas. Namesake Williams-Sonoma (175 stores) offers high-end cooking essentials, while Pottery Barn (189) provides casual home accessories. Brand extensions include Pottery Barn Kids (52) and PBteen. West Elm (121) is an emerging concept for young professionals, and Rejuvenation (9) offers lighting and house parts. Williams-Sonoma also has a business-to-business team that supports projects that range from residential to large-scale commercial.
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