Apple Inc. (AAPL)vsASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
AAPL
Apple Inc.
$333.74
+0.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.64T
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,747.58
-2.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $681.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Apple Inc. generates 1240% more annual revenue ($451.44B vs $33.69B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 27.2%. AAPL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.56. AAPL earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
AAPL
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 115 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 32.3%
Generating 26.7B in free cash flow
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
16.6% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 46.0x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1574.4x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AAPL
The strongest argument for AAPL centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.2% and operating margin at 32.3%. Revenue growth of 16.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ASML
The strongest argument for ASML centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.7% and operating margin at 36.0%. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AAPL
The primary concerns for AAPL are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 60.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AAPL profiles as a growth stock while ASML is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.39 — expect wider price swings.
AAPL is growing revenue faster at 16.6% — sustainability is the question.
AAPL generates stronger free cash flow (26.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
AAPL scores higher overall (67/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 27.2% margins and 16.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Apple Inc.
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
Apple Inc. is an American multinational technology company that specializes in consumer electronics, computer software, and online services. Apple is the world's largest technology company by revenue (totalling $274.5 billion in 2020) and, since January 2021, the world's most valuable company. As of 2021, Apple is the world's fourth-largest PC vendor by unit sales, and fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer. It is one of the Big Five American information technology companies, along with Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Facebook.
Visit Website →ASML Holding NV ADR
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
ASML Holding NV develops, produces, markets, sells and services advanced semiconductor equipment systems consisting of lithography, metrology and inspection related systems for memory and logic chip manufacturers. The company is headquartered in Veldhoven, the Netherlands.
Compare with Other CONSUMER ELECTRONICS Stocks
Want to dig deeper into these stocks?