Better Buy Now: Qualcomm vs. 3M

The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which technology editor/analyst Andrew Tonner and industrials editor/analyst Brendan Byrnes discuss topics across the investing world.

Today, our Better Buys series turns its lens on two massive companies that dominate very different businesses -- semiconductors and industrial conglomerates. Andrew pitches smartphone chip maker Qualcomm. Brendan weighs in on 3M's prospects going forward. Listen in to see which stock appears more attractive for investors today.

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At the time thisarticle was published Andrew Tonner has no positions in the stocks mentioned above. Brendan Byrnes owns shares of Apple. The Motley Fool owns shares of Apple, Google, and Qualcomm.Motley Fool newsletter services recommendApple, Google, and 3M. Try any of our Foolish newsletter servicesfree for 30 days. We Fools may not all hold the same opinions, but we all believe thatconsidering a diverse range of insightsmakes us better investors. The Motley Fool has adisclosure policy.

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