ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsSouthern Company (SO)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
SO
Southern Company
$94.61
+0.67%
UTILITIES · Cap: $105.91B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 11% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $29.55B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 14.7%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.20. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
SO
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
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
-254.9%
Fair Value
$26.66
Current Price
$94.61
$67.95 premium
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
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Earnings declined 22.1%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : SO
The strongest argument for SO centers on Market Cap, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 10.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : SO
The primary concerns for SO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.43 — expect wider price swings.
SO is growing revenue faster at 10.1% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (10.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (56/100 vs 54/100), backed by strong 29.4% 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.
Southern Company
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED ELECTRIC · USA
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
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