ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsCME Group Inc (CME)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
CME
CME Group Inc
$293.93
-2.89%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $105.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 402% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $6.51B). CME leads profitability with a 62.6% profit margin vs 29.4%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. CME earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
CME
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-194.2%
Fair Value
$518.82
Current Price
$1399.42
$880.60 premium
Margin of Safety
+43.8%
Fair Value
$522.76
Current Price
$293.93
$228.83 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 51 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 35.3%
Generating 10.6B in free cash flow
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Keeps 63 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 63.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 35.0% YoY
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 23.7x book value
Moderate valuation
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ASML
The strongest argument for ASML centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 35.3%.
Bull Case : CME
The strongest argument for CME centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 62.6% and operating margin at 63.8%.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 46.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : CME
The primary concerns for CME are P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a value stock while CME is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
CME is growing revenue faster at 8.0% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (10.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CME scores higher overall (63/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 62.6% margins. Both earn "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.
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.
CME Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · FINANCIAL DATA & STOCK EXCHANGES · USA
CME Group Inc. (Chicago Mercantile Exchange, Chicago Board of Trade, New York Mercantile Exchange, The Commodity Exchange) is an American global markets company. It is the world's largest financial derivatives exchange, and trades in asset classes that include agricultural products, currencies, energy, interest rates, metals, stock indexes and cryptocurrencies futures.
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