Novartis AG vs Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF — how do they compare? Novartis AG trades at $153.88 (market cap $290.25B), while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF trades at $32.81. The key difference: Novartis AG pays a 3.17% dividend while Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF pays none, and Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF is trading nearer its 52-week high, Novartis AG nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| NVS | SCHD | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $290.25B | — |
Sector | Health | Broad Market / Factor |
52-Week High | $168.62 | $33.04 |
52-Week Low | $113.50 | $26.38 |
Enterprise Value | $330.27B | — |
Dividend Yield | 3.17% | — |
Trailing returns across standard periods
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 →SCHD is an ETF that tracks the Dow Jones U.S. Dividend 100 Index. It selects high-quality companies with a consistent track record of paying dividends, focusing on financial strength metrics like cash flow to total debt and return on equity, and excluding REITs. The fund aims to provide both income and capital appreciation, making it a popular choice for long-term, dividend-focused investors.
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