ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsEaton Corporation PLC (ETN)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
ETN
Eaton Corporation PLC
$401.51
+0.59%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $154.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 18% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $28.52B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 14.0%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
ETN
Buy51
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 52 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
16.8% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1396.5x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 9.4%
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 29.7% and operating margin at 36.0%. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ETN
The strongest argument for ETN centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 16.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : ETN
The primary concerns for ETN are P/E Ratio, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a mature stock while ETN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
ETN is growing revenue faster at 16.8% — sustainability is the question.
ETN generates stronger free cash flow (314M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins and 13.2% revenue growth. 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.
Eaton Corporation PLC
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY · USA
Eaton Corporation plc is an American Irish-domiciled multinational power management company with 2020 sales of 17.86 billion USD, founded in the United States with corporate headquarters in Dublin, Ireland, and operational headquarters in Beachwood, Ohio.
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