Illumina, Inc. vs Plug Power Inc — how do they compare? Illumina, Inc. trades at $184.68 (market cap $27.94B), while Plug Power Inc trades at $2.27 (market cap $2.98B). The key difference: Illumina, Inc. is far larger — about 9.4× Plug Power Inc's market cap, and Illumina, Inc. is trading nearer its 52-week high, Plug Power Inc nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ILMN | PLUG | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $27.94B | $2.98B |
Sector | Health | Industrials |
52-Week High | $194.33 | $4.14 |
52-Week Low | $91.00 | $1.40 |
Enterprise Value | $29.33B | $3.77B |
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Illumina provides tools and services to analyze genetic material with life science and clinical lab applications. The company generates over 90% of its revenue from sequencing instruments, consumables, and services. Illumina's high-throughput technology enables whole genome sequencing in humans and other large organisms. Its lower throughput tools enable applications that require smaller data outputs, such as viral and cancer tumor screening. Illumina also sells microarrays (less than 10% of sales) that enable lower-cost, focused genetic screening with primarily consumer and agricultural applications.
Read more on ILMN →Plug Power is building an end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem—from production, storage and delivery to energy generation. The company plans to build and operate green hydrogen highways across North America and Europe. Plug will deliver its green hydrogen solutions directly to its customers and through joint venture partners into multiple end markets—including material handling, e-mobility, power generation, and industrial applications.
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