Previous Close | 222.59 |
Open | 220.67 |
Bid | 221.08 x 900 |
Ask | 220.93 x 1000 |
Day's Range | 218.25 - 221.33 |
52 Week Range | 174.60 - 234.30 |
Volume | |
Avg. Volume | 6,077,268 |
Market Cap | 464.58B |
Beta (5Y Monthly) | 0.96 |
PE Ratio (TTM) | 45.69 |
EPS (TTM) | 4.84 |
Earnings Date | Apr 24, 2023 - Apr 28, 2023 |
Forward Dividend & Yield | 1.80 (0.78%) |
Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 09, 2023 |
1y Target Est | 261.48 |
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