ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$71.96
-1.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 178% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $12.11B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 23.1%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WMB
Buy65
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 52 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
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
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
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 29.7% and operating margin at 36.0%. Revenue growth of 13.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 33.6%.
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 : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML carries more volatility with a beta of 1.37 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
WMB generates stronger free cash flow (244M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 23.1% 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.
Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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