ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsPhotronics Inc (PLAB)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,698.30
+0.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $658.69B
PLAB
Photronics Inc
$28.99
+2.15%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.67B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3976% more annual revenue ($35.33B vs $866.82M). ASML leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs 19.1%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.47. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
ASML
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
PLAB
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 21.1%
Earnings expanding 25.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1427.1x book value
2.7% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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, 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 : PLAB
The strongest argument for PLAB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.1% and operating margin at 21.1%.
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 : PLAB
The primary concerns for PLAB are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a growth stock while PLAB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.36 — 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.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (70/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 21.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Photronics Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Photronics, Inc. manufactures and sells photomask products and services in the United States, Taiwan, Korea, Europe, China, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Brookfield, Connecticut.
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