ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsPNC Financial Services Group Inc (PNC)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
PNC
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
$205.95
-0.19%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $83.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 46% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $22.32B). PNC leads profitability with a 31.1% profit margin vs 29.4%. PNC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. PNC earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 73/100 (B).
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
PNC
Strong Buy73
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
+73.5%
Fair Value
$776.41
Current Price
$205.95
$570.46 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 31 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 29.1% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : PNC
The strongest argument for PNC centers on Price/Book, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 31.1% and operating margin at 39.3%.
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 : PNC
The primary concerns for PNC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a value stock while PNC is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
PNC is growing revenue faster at 9.6% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (10.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PNC scores higher overall (73/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 31.1% margins. 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.
PNC Financial Services Group Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - REGIONAL · USA
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (stylized as PNC) is a bank holding company and financial services corporation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its banking subsidiary, PNC Bank, operates in 21 states and the District of Columbia with 2,296 branches and 9,051 ATMs. The company also provides financial services such as asset management, wealth management, estate planning, loan servicing, and information processing.
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