ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsNova Ltd (NVMI)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,698.30
+0.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $658.69B
NVMI
Nova Ltd
$371.81
+1.58%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $11.84B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3668% more annual revenue ($35.33B vs $937.50M). ASML leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 28.8%. NVMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.46. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
ASML
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
NVMI
Buy62
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 49 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.3% year-over-year
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
15.9% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1427.1x book value
Trading at 8.1x book value
2.9% 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, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 37.1%. Revenue growth of 21.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : NVMI
The strongest argument for NVMI centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.8% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 15.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 58.1x 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 46.3x 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 21.3% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (70/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 21.3% 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.
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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