ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsPhotronics Inc (PLAB)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,641.74
-6.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $732.09B
PLAB
Photronics Inc
$29.15
-7.52%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3812% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $861.17M). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 18.5%. PLAB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.64. PLAB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
PLAB
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 270.5% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.1%
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 0.5%
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 : PLAB
The strongest argument for PLAB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.5% and operating margin at 20.1%.
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 : PLAB
The primary concerns for PLAB are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a mature stock while PLAB is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
PLAB carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
PLAB generates stronger free cash flow (1M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PLAB scores higher overall (64/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 18.5% margins. 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.
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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