ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsWaters Corporation (WAT)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
WAT
Waters Corporation
$355.13
+1.32%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $34.41B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 794% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $3.77B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 11.9%. WAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WAT
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASML.
Margin of Safety
-63.1%
Fair Value
$201.83
Current Price
$355.13
$153.30 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 52 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 91.5% year-over-year
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1396.5x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 8.3x book value
ROE of 5.2% — below average capital efficiency
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, 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 : WAT
The strongest argument for WAT centers on Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 91.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 51.0x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : WAT
The primary concerns for WAT are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Return on Equity. A P/E of 44.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a mature stock while WAT is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
WAT is growing revenue faster at 91.5% — sustainability is the question.
WAT generates stronger free cash flow (-42M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (62/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins and 13.2% revenue growth. 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.
Waters Corporation
HEALTHCARE · DIAGNOSTICS & RESEARCH · USA
Waters Corporation is a publicly traded Analytical Laboratory instrument and software company headquartered in Milford, Massachusetts.
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