Acm Research Inc (ACMR)vsASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
ACMR
Acm Research Inc
$45.64
-0.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.02B
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3524% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $901.31M). ASML leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs 10.4%. ACMR trades at a lower P/E of 33.5x. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ACMR
Hold45
out of 100
Grade: D+
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-658.4%
Fair Value
$9.32
Current Price
$45.64
$36.32 premium
Margin of Safety
-194.2%
Fair Value
$518.82
Current Price
$1399.42
$880.60 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 77.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 23.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ACMR
The strongest argument for ACMR centers on Price/Book.
Bull 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%.
Bear Case : ACMR
The primary concerns for ACMR are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
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.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ACMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — expect wider price swings.
ACMR is growing revenue faster at 9.4% — 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 45/100), backed by strong 29.4% margins. 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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