Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$453.01
+4.08%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $465.09B
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,641.74
-6.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $732.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 16% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $29.02B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 29.3%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.89. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
AMAT
Strong Buy72
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 36 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 31.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 15.0x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1465.8x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.9%. Revenue growth of 11.4% 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 : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.3x 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 63.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
AMAT generates stronger free cash flow (208M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (72/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 29.3% margins and 11.4% 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.
Applied Materials Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.
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.
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