Microchip Technology Inc. vs iShares Broad USD Investment Grade Corporate Bond — how do they compare? Microchip Technology Inc. trades at $82.22 (market cap $43.99B), while iShares Broad USD Investment Grade Corporate Bond trades at $50.21. The key difference: Microchip Technology Inc. pays a 2.25% dividend while iShares Broad USD Investment Grade Corporate Bond pays none, and Microchip Technology Inc. is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares Broad USD Investment Grade Corporate Bond nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| MCHP | USIG | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $43.99B | — |
Sector | Technology | Fixed Income |
52-Week High | $102.97 | $52.69 |
52-Week Low | $49.02 | $50.18 |
Enterprise Value | $49.12B | — |
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 →USIG is a low-cost ETF providing broad exposure to over 11,000 U.S. investment-grade corporate bonds. It tracks the ICE BofA US Corporate Index, featuring high-quality debt from 2026 leaders like Citigroup, Bank of America, and Oracle.
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