Microchip Technology Inc. vs Snap Inc — how do they compare? Microchip Technology Inc. trades at $80 (market cap $43.72B), while Snap Inc trades at $4.56 (market cap $7.67B). The key difference: Microchip Technology Inc. is far larger — about 5.7× Snap Inc's market cap, and Microchip Technology Inc. pays a 2.26% dividend while Snap Inc pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| MCHP | SNAP | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $43.72B | $7.67B |
Sector | Technology | Media |
52-Week High | $102.97 | $10.35 |
52-Week Low | $49.02 | $3.93 |
Enterprise Value | $49.01B | $9.05B |
Dividend Yield | 2.26% | — |
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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 →Snap, which refers to itself as a camera company, has one of the most popular social networking apps, Snapchat, in developed regions such as North America and Europe. The firm has approximately 158 million daily active users. Snap generates nearly all of its revenue from advertising with 88% coming from the U.S. The firm is headquartered in Venice, California.
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