Palo Alto Networks Inc vs iShares Semiconductor ETF — how do they compare? Palo Alto Networks Inc trades at $335.9 (market cap $278.85B), while iShares Semiconductor ETF trades at $562.66. The key difference: Palo Alto Networks Inc is trading nearer its 52-week high, iShares Semiconductor ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| PANW | SOXX | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $278.85B | — |
Sector | Technology | Sector/Thematic |
52-Week High | $358.68 | $655.01 |
52-Week Low | $141.67 | $236.93 |
Enterprise Value | $277.81B | — |
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Palo Alto Networks is a pure-play cybersecurity vendor that sells security appliances, subscriptions, and support into enterprises, government entities, and service providers. The company's product portfolio includes firewall appliances, virtual firewalls, endpoint protection, cloud security, and cybersecurity analytics. The Santa Clara, California, firm was established in 2005 and sells its products worldwide.
Read more on PANW →SOXX provides investors with exposure to U.S. companies that design, manufacture, and distribute semiconductors. It tracks the ICE Semiconductor Index, offering a targeted investment in the technology sector's foundational components, including firms that produce chips, related equipment, and services. SOXX is a key vehicle for investors seeking to capitalize on trends in artificial intelligence, 5G, and other technologies that rely heavily on advanced semiconductor technology.
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