ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsNova Ltd (NVMI)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,641.74
-6.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $732.09B
NVMI
Nova Ltd
$475.76
-8.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $16.16B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3633% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $902.53M). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 29.2%. NVMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.46. NVMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
NVMI
Buy64
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 48 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1465.8x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 11.5x book value
0.5% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : NVMI
The strongest argument for NVMI centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.2% and operating margin at 30.1%. Revenue growth of 10.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 63.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : NVMI
The primary concerns for NVMI are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 63.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
NVMI generates stronger free cash flow (36M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
NVMI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 29.2% margins and 10.3% 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.
Nova Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. designs, develops, produces, and sells process control systems used in semiconductor manufacturing in Israel, Taiwan, the United States, China, Korea, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel.
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