Novartis AG vs Packaging Corporation of America — how do they compare? Novartis AG trades at $153.88 (market cap $290.25B), while Packaging Corporation of America trades at $228.04 (market cap $20.77B). The key difference: Novartis AG is far larger — about 14× Packaging Corporation of America's market cap, and Novartis AG pays the higher dividend (3.17%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| NVS | PKG | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $290.25B | $20.77B |
Sector | Health | Technology |
52-Week High | $168.62 | $246.31 |
52-Week Low | $113.50 | $191.41 |
Enterprise Value | $330.27B | $24.59B |
Dividend Yield | 3.17% | 2.57% |
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Latest headlines on both assets
Novartis develops and manufactures healthcare products through two segments: Innovative Medicines and Sandoz. It generates the vast majority of its revenue from Innovative Medicines segment consisting global business franchises in oncology, ophthalmology, neuroscience, immunology, respiratory, cardio-metabolic, and established medicines. The company sells its products globally, with the United States representing close to one third of total revenue.
Read more on NVS →Packaging Corporation of America is a leading producer of containerboard and corrugated packaging products in North America. The company also produces white papers, which include printing and writing papers. PKG operates as an integrated manufacturer, with a strong focus on high-quality and sustainable packaging solutions for e-commerce, food and beverage, and other industrial and consumer markets.
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