Illumina, Inc. vs Western Union Co — how do they compare? Illumina, Inc. trades at $184.68 (market cap $27.94B), while Western Union Co trades at $8.9 (market cap $2.71B). The key difference: Illumina, Inc. is far larger — about 10.3× Western Union Co's market cap, and Western Union Co pays a 10.85% dividend while Illumina, Inc. pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ILMN | WU | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $27.94B | $2.71B |
Sector | Health | Technology |
52-Week High | $194.33 | $10.28 |
52-Week Low | $91.00 | $7.04 |
Enterprise Value | $29.33B | $2.40B |
Dividend Yield | — | 10.85% |
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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 →Western Union provides domestic and international money transfers through its global network of about 500,000 outside agents. It is the largest money transfer company in the world and one of only a few companies with a truly global agent network.
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