Microchip Technology Inc. vs Schlumberger NV — how do they compare? Microchip Technology Inc. trades at $82.22 (market cap $44.20B), while Schlumberger NV trades at $53.7 (market cap $78.96B). The key difference: Schlumberger NV is the larger of the two by market cap, and Microchip Technology Inc. pays the higher dividend (2.24%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| MCHP | SLB | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $44.20B | $78.96B |
Sector | Technology | Energy |
52-Week High | $102.97 | $58.01 |
52-Week Low | $49.02 | $31.72 |
Enterprise Value | $49.32B | $87.68B |
Dividend Yield | 2.24% | 2.22% |
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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 →Schlumberger is the largest oilfield service firm in the world, with expertise in myriad disciplines, including reservoir performance, well construction, production enhancement, and more recently, digital solutions. It maintains a reputation as one of the industry's leading innovators, which has earned it dominant share in numerous end markets.
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