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ASML 
ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: ASML (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
40 Analysts rated it
Highly popular stock, broad analyst coverage, trusted insights, strong investor interest.
1 Year Target Price $845.17
1 Year Target Price $845.17
| 22 | Strong Buy |
| 8 | Buy |
| 9 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 22.78% | Avg. Invested days 42 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 345.39B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 31.15 | 1Y Target Price 845.17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 31.15 | 1Y Target Price 845.17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 40 | Beta 1.25 | 52 Weeks Range 575.41 - 881.46 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 575.41 - 881.46 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.84% | Basic EPS (TTM) 28.2 |
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Profitability
Profit Margin 29.27% | Operating Margin (TTM) 34.64% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 16.35% | Return on Equity (TTM) 58.25% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 31.15 | Forward PE 28.99 | Enterprise Value 334808953798 | Price to Sales(TTM) 10.74 |
Enterprise Value 334808953798 | Price to Sales(TTM) 10.74 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.85 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 22.95 | Shares Outstanding 393200000 | Shares Floating 387229544 |
Shares Outstanding 393200000 | Shares Floating 387229544 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.01 | Percent Institutions 17.78 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ASML Holding NV ADR
Company Overview
History and Background
ASML was founded in 1984 as a joint venture between Philips and ASM International. It has grown from a small company to the world's leading supplier of lithography systems for the semiconductor industry, pioneering advancements like EUV technology.
Core Business Areas
- Lithography Systems: Development, manufacturing, marketing, and servicing of advanced lithography systems used by semiconductor manufacturers to produce integrated circuits. This includes deep ultraviolet (DUV) and extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems.
- Installed Base Management: Services and upgrades for existing ASML lithography systems, including performance enhancement, productivity improvement, and extension of system lifespan.
- Metrology and Inspection: YieldStar metrology systems for measuring process variations and defects in semiconductor manufacturing.
Leadership and Structure
Peter Wennink is the President and CEO. The company has a supervisory board and an executive management team. It operates globally with headquarters in Veldhoven, Netherlands.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- EUV Lithography Systems: Extreme ultraviolet lithography systems are used for manufacturing advanced semiconductors. ASML is the sole provider of EUV systems. Market share is effectively 100% for EUV lithography. Competitors: None in EUV. Customers include TSMC, Samsung, and Intel. Substantial revenue from this segment.
- DUV Lithography Systems: Deep ultraviolet lithography systems, including ArF immersion and dry systems, used for less advanced semiconductors. ASML has a significant market share, estimated around 80-90%. Competitors: Nikon, Canon. Revenue from this is also substantial, although less than EUV.
- YieldStar Metrology Systems: Metrology systems for process control and yield optimization. Market share estimated around 60-70%. Competitors: KLA Corporation, Applied Materials. Revenue from this segment is a smaller portion of the total compared to lithography systems.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The semiconductor industry is characterized by high growth, technological innovation, and cyclical demand. It's driven by increasing demand for computing power, artificial intelligence, and connected devices. The Lithography market is consolidated with few suppliers.
Positioning
ASML is the dominant player in the lithography market, particularly with its EUV technology, which gives it a significant competitive advantage. Its strong R&D capabilities and relationships with key customers support its leadership position.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for lithography equipment is estimated to be $20-30 billion annually. ASML, with its leadership in both DUV and EUV lithography, is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM. The EUV segment provides a strong barrier to entry due to its technological complexity.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Dominant market share in lithography equipment
- Sole provider of EUV lithography technology
- Strong relationships with key customers (TSMC, Samsung, Intel)
- High R&D investment and technological innovation
- High barriers to entry for competitors
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Dependence on a limited number of key customers
- Sensitivity to economic cycles in the semiconductor industry
- Geopolitical risks and trade restrictions
Opportunities
- Growth in demand for advanced semiconductors
- Expansion of EUV technology to new applications
- Increasing adoption of metrology and inspection solutions
- Potential for strategic partnerships and acquisitions
- Growing complexity of semiconductor devices driving lithography demand
Threats
- Economic downturns and cyclical nature of semiconductor industry
- Emergence of disruptive lithography technologies
- Geopolitical tensions and trade restrictions (e.g., US-China)
- Increased competition from existing players (Nikon, Canon)
- Supply chain disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KLAC
- AMAT
- NIKON.JP
Competitive Landscape
ASML's advantages include its EUV technology leadership and strong customer relationships. Its disadvantages include high capital expenditure requirements and sensitivity to economic cycles. KLAC focuses on process control and yield management which complement each other's product. Nikon and Canon offer DUV but lag in advanced lithography.
Major Acquisitions
Cymer
- Year: 2013
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 2500
- Strategic Rationale: Acquisition of Cymer enabled ASML to secure its EUV light source technology, which is critical for EUV lithography.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: ASML has experienced strong growth in recent years, driven by the increasing demand for its lithography systems, particularly EUV technology.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for ASML, driven by the increasing complexity of semiconductors and the adoption of EUV lithography. Revenue is forecasted to continue growing steadily.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding production capacity for EUV systems, investing in R&D for next-generation lithography technologies, and strengthening its supply chain.
Summary
ASML is a very strong company with a dominant position in the lithography market, particularly with its EUV technology. It benefits from high barriers to entry, strong customer relationships, and robust R&D capabilities. However, it needs to be aware of the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry, potential geopolitical risks, and the emergence of disruptive technologies. ASML's ability to navigate these challenges will be critical for sustaining its growth and market leadership. It is also important to watch the actions of KLAC and Nikon in the market.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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Disclaimers:
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About ASML Holding NV ADR
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-03-15 | President, CEO and Chair of the Board of Management Mr. Christophe D. Fouquet | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Semiconductor Equipment & Materials | Full time employees 43193 | Website https://www.asml.com |
Full time employees 43193 | Website https://www.asml.com | ||
ASML Holding N.V. provides lithography solutions for the development, production, marketing, sales, upgrading, and servicing of advanced semiconductor equipment systems. It offers lithography, metrology, and inspection systems. The company also provides extreme ultraviolet lithography systems; and deep ultraviolet lithography systems comprising immersion and dry lithography systems solutions to manufacture various range of semiconductor nodes and technologies. In addition, it offers metrology and inspection systems, including YieldStar optical metrology systems to assess the quality of patterns on the wafers; and HMI electron beam solutions to identify and analyze individual chip defects. Further, the company provides computational lithography solutions, and lithography systems and control software solutions; and refurbishes and upgrades lithography systems, as well as offers customer support and related services. Additionally, it offers hardware, software, and services to chipmakers to produce the patterns of integrated circuits. The company operates in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, China, rest of Asia, the Netherlands, rest of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the United States. The company was formerly known as ASM Lithography Holding N.V. and changed its name to ASML Holding N.V. in 2001. ASML Holding N.V. was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Veldhoven, the Netherlands.
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