iShares MSCI South Africa ETF vs Microchip Technology Inc. — how do they compare? iShares MSCI South Africa ETF trades at $69.59, while Microchip Technology Inc. trades at $82.22 (market cap $43.99B). The key difference: Microchip Technology Inc. pays a 2.25% dividend while iShares MSCI South Africa ETF pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| EZA | MCHP | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Broad Market / Factor | Technology |
52-Week High | $81.60 | $102.97 |
52-Week Low | $56.57 | $49.02 |
Market Cap | — | $43.99B |
Enterprise Value | — | $49.12B |
Dividend Yield | — | 2.25% |
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EZA is a country-specific ETF that tracks the South African equity market. It provides exposure to large and mid-cap companies across key sectors like materials and financials, with top holdings such as AngloGold Ashanti and Naspers.
Read more on EZA →Microchip became an independent company in 1989 when it was spun off from General Instrument. More than half of revenue comes from MCUs, which are used in a wide array of electronic devices from remote controls to garage door openers to power windows in autos. The company's strength lies in lower-end 8-bit MCUs that are suitable for a wider range of less technologically advanced devices, but the firm has expanded its presence in higher-end MCUs and analog chips as well.
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