Illumina, Inc. vs Wayfair Inc — how do they compare? Illumina, Inc. trades at $192.8 (market cap $27.94B), while Wayfair Inc trades at $84.8 (market cap $11.58B). The key difference: Illumina, Inc. is far larger — about 2.4× Wayfair Inc's market cap, and Illumina, Inc. is trading nearer its 52-week high, Wayfair Inc nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ILMN | W | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $27.94B | $11.58B |
Sector | Health | Consumer Cyclical |
52-Week High | $194.33 | $119.05 |
52-Week Low | $91.00 | $56.42 |
Enterprise Value | $29.33B | $14.16B |
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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 →Wayfair is a global leader in home goods, operating a massive digital marketplace that connects millions of consumers with thousands of suppliers. It utilizes an asset-light, inventory-light model combined with a proprietary logistics network (CastleGate) and an accelerating brick-and-mortar presence to deliver an end-to-end shopping experience for everything from decor to full home renovations.
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