ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares (ASML)vsIchor Holdings Ltd (ICHR)
ASML
ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares
$1,662.85
+1.67%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $630.38B
ICHR
Ichor Holdings Ltd
$43.08
+5.72%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.42B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares generates 3794% more annual revenue ($39.47B vs $1.01B). ASML leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs -4.0%. ICHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.25. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ASML
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
ICHR
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.4%
Revenue surging 55.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 135.9% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 22.7% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1421.2x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -9.6% — 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 34.1% and operating margin at 44.4%. Revenue growth of 55.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ICHR
The strongest argument for ICHR centers on PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 22.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.25 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : ICHR
The primary concerns for ICHR are Market Cap, Operating Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICHR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 55.2% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (11.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (76/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 55.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" 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 N.V. New York Registry Shares
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.
Ichor Holdings Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Ichor Holdings, Ltd. is dedicated to the design, engineering and manufacture of fluid supply subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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