ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsAXT Inc (AXTI)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,651.44
+6.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $671.25B
AXTI
AXT Inc
$46.94
+26.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.47B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 36740% more annual revenue ($35.33B vs $95.89M). ASML leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs -14.7%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.19. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ASML
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
AXTI
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.3% year-over-year
Revenue surging 39.1% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1487.8x book value
Trading at 9.3x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -5.1% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASML
The strongest argument for ASML centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 37.1%. Revenue growth of 21.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : AXTI
The strongest argument for AXTI centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 39.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : AXTI
The primary concerns for AXTI are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a growth stock while AXTI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AXTI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.87 — expect wider price swings.
AXTI is growing revenue faster at 39.1% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (66/100 vs 28/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 21.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
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.
AXT Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
AXT, Inc. designs, develops, manufactures and distributes single element and composite semiconductor substrates. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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