Novartis
Swiss pharma giant. Strong oncology pipeline, recently spun off Sandoz (generics).
Returns shown in USD. Past performance is not a reliable guide to future results. Owning a single stock is riskier than a diversified fund.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I buy NVS on Interactive Brokers?
Yes. Novartis (NVS) is a Switzerland company available to investors worldwide through Interactive Brokers (IBKR), which is a popular low-cost way to buy overseas shares thanks to its low FX conversion cost and low trading commissions.
What does Novartis do?
Swiss pharma giant. Strong oncology pipeline, recently spun off Sandoz (generics).
What currency does NVS trade in?
NVS trades in USD. On TickerCompare its chart and returns are converted to US dollars so you can compare it on the same basis as every other stock and ETF on the site.
Is NVS a risky investment?
Owning a single company like Novartis is riskier than owning a diversified fund: if this one business stumbles there is nothing else in the holding to cushion it, and single stocks can swing far more than a broad ETF. Most beginners keep individual names to a small slice of a mostly fund-based portfolio.