Davita Inc vs Williams-Sonoma, Inc. — how do they compare? Davita Inc trades at $179.02 (market cap $11.72B), while Williams-Sonoma, Inc. trades at $250.52 (market cap $29.53B). The key difference: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. is far larger — about 2.5× Davita Inc's market cap, and Williams-Sonoma, Inc. pays a 1.21% dividend while Davita Inc pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| DVA | WSM | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $11.72B | $29.53B |
Sector | Health | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $240.96 | $251.81 |
52-Week Low | $103.87 | $168.64 |
Enterprise Value | $24.44B | $30.38B |
Dividend Yield | — | 1.21% |
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Latest headlines on both assets
DaVita is the largest provider of dialysis services in the United States, boasting market share that eclipses 35% when measured by both patients and clinics. The firm operates over 3,100 facilities worldwide, mostly in the U.S., and treats over 240,000 patients globally each year. Government payers dominate U.S. dialysis reimbursement. DaVita receives approximately 69% of U.S. sales at government (primarily Medicare) reimbursement rates, with the remaining 31% coming from commercial insurers. However, while commercial insurers represented only about 10% of the U.S. patients treated, they represent nearly all of the profits generated by DaVita in the U.S. dialysis business.
Read more on DVA →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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