Lam Research Corporation vs First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund — how do they compare? Lam Research Corporation trades at $320.11 (market cap $389.67B), while First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund trades at $315.63. The key difference: Lam Research Corporation pays a 0.33% dividend while First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund pays none, and First Trust NASDAQ 100 Technology Index Fund is trading nearer its 52-week high, Lam Research Corporation nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| LRCX | QTEC | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $389.67B | — |
Sector | Technology | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $433.33 | $335.74 |
52-Week Low | $97.03 | $207.03 |
Enterprise Value | $387.83B | — |
Dividend Yield | 0.33% | — |
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Lam Research manufactures equipment used to fabricate semiconductors. The firm is focused on the etching, deposition, and clean markets, which are key steps in the semiconductor manufacturing process, especially for 3D NAND flash storage, advanced DRAM, and leading-edge logic/foundry chipmakers. Lam's flagship Kiyo, Vector, and Sabre products are sold in all major geographies to key customers such as Samsung Electronics, Micron, Intel, and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing.
Read more on LRCX →QTEC is an ETF that seeks to track the performance of the NASDAQ-100 Technology Sector Index. The fund provides targeted exposure to companies within the NASDAQ-100 that are classified as technology or telecommunications companies, focusing on firms involved in software, hardware, and related services. QTEC is a tool for investors seeking focused exposure to high-growth, large-cap technology companies listed on the NASDAQ exchange.
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