ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsKulicke and Soffa Industries Inc (KLIC)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
KLIC
Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc
$68.80
+1.12%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.34B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 4651% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $687.58M). ASML leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs -9.4%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
KLIC
Hold37
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-194.2%
Fair Value
$518.82
Current Price
$1399.42
$880.60 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for KLIC.
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.2% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 23.7x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -7.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 78.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : KLIC
The strongest argument for KLIC centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : KLIC
The primary concerns for KLIC are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a value stock while KLIC is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KLIC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.60 — expect wider price swings.
KLIC is growing revenue faster at 20.2% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (10.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (56/100 vs 37/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. Both earn "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 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.
Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells capital equipment and tools for assembling semiconductor devices. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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