Microchip Technology Inc. vs Monster Beverage Corp — how do they compare? Microchip Technology Inc. trades at $82.18 (market cap $43.99B), while Monster Beverage Corp trades at $45.62 (market cap $89.20B). The key difference: Monster Beverage Corp is far larger — about 2× Microchip Technology Inc.'s market cap, and Microchip Technology Inc. pays a 2.25% dividend while Monster Beverage Corp pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| MCHP | MNST | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $43.99B | $89.20B |
Sector | Technology | Consumer Staples |
52-Week High | $102.97 | $49.97 |
52-Week Low | $49.02 | $30.86 |
Enterprise Value | $49.12B | $87.49B |
Dividend Yield | 2.25% | — |
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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.
Read more on MCHP →Monster Beverage is a leader in the energy drink subsegment of the beverage industry. The Monster trademark anchors the portfolio, and notable offerings include Monster Energy and Monster Ultra. The firm has also started to incubate new trademarks for emerging enclaves of the energy space, like Reign in performance energy. It is primarily a brand owner, outsourcing most of its manufacturing processes to third-party copackers. It primarily uses the Coca-Cola bottling system for distribution after a strategic agreement in which Coke became Monster's largest shareholder (nearly 20%) and that also included the exchange of certain businesses between the two firms. Most of Monster's revenue is generated in the United States, though international geographies are increasing in the mix.
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