ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsNextera Energy Inc (NEE)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
NEE
Nextera Energy Inc
$91.16
-0.50%
UTILITIES · Cap: $190.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 19% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $27.41B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 24.9%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. NEE earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
NEE
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+41.0%
Fair Value
$154.44
Current Price
$91.16
$63.28 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
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 24.4%
Revenue surging 20.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 26.0% YoY
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
Elevated debt levels
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 : NEE
The strongest argument for NEE centers on Market Cap, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 24.4%. Revenue growth of 20.7% 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 : NEE
The primary concerns for NEE are P/E Ratio, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.75 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a value stock while NEE is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
NEE is growing revenue faster at 20.7% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (10.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
NEE scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 24.9% margins and 20.7% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Nextera Energy Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
NextEra Energy, Inc. is an American energy company with about 46 gigawatts of generating capacity, revenues of over $17 billion in 2017, and about 14,000 employees throughout the US and Canada. Its subsidiaries include Florida Power & Light (FPL), NextEra Energy Resources, NextEra Energy Partners, Gulf Power Company, and NextEra Energy Services.
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