Analog Devices Inc (ADI)vsASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
ADI
Analog Devices Inc
$416.52
+1.96%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $199.44B
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 187% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $11.76B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 23.0%. ADI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. ADI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
ADI
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 33.1%
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 116.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Generating 1.3B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.9% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1396.5x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ADI
The strongest argument for ADI centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.0% and operating margin at 33.1%. Revenue growth of 30.4% 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 : ADI
The primary concerns for ADI are Return on Equity, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 74.4x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 51.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ADI profiles as a growth stock while ASML is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
ADI is growing revenue faster at 30.4% — sustainability is the question.
ADI generates stronger free cash flow (1.3B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ADI scores higher overall (70/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 23.0% margins and 30.4% 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.
Analog Devices Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), also known simply as Analog, is an American multinational semiconductor company specializing in data conversion, signal processing and power management technology, headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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.
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