Acm Research Inc (ACMR)vsASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
ACMR
Acm Research Inc
$103.17
-3.93%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.49B
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,641.74
-6.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $732.09B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3409% more annual revenue ($33.69B vs $960.23M). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 9.5%. ASML trades at a lower P/E of 63.7x. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ACMR
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+2.6%
Fair Value
$112.82
Current Price
$103.17
$9.65 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASML.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 34.2% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Areas to Watch
ROE of 7.6% — below average capital efficiency
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 18.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1465.8x book value
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACMR
The strongest argument for ACMR centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 34.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull 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.
Bear Case : ACMR
The primary concerns for ACMR are Return on Equity, Piotroski F-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 71.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACMR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ASML is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ACMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.98 — expect wider price swings.
ACMR is growing revenue faster at 34.2% — sustainability is the question.
ACMR generates stronger free cash flow (-52M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (62/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins and 13.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Acm Research Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
ACM Research, Inc. develops, manufactures and sells single wafer wet cleaning equipment to improve the manufacturing process and performance of embedded chips globally. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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.
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