Aehr Test Systems (AEHR)vsASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)
AEHR
Aehr Test Systems
$94.69
+0.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.06B
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,698.30
+0.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $658.69B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 70554% more annual revenue ($35.33B vs $50.00M). ASML leads profitability with a 30.1% profit margin vs -14.2%. AEHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.90. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B-).
AEHR
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
ASML
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 33.7% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 49 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 37.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 21.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.0x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -8.2% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 87.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1427.1x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AEHR
The strongest argument for AEHR centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 33.7% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.90 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : ASML
The strongest argument for ASML centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.1% and operating margin at 37.1%. Revenue growth of 21.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AEHR
The primary concerns for AEHR are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 58.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AEHR profiles as a hypergrowth stock while ASML is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
AEHR carries more volatility with a beta of 3.07 — expect wider price swings.
AEHR is growing revenue faster at 33.7% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (1.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (70/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 30.1% margins and 21.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Aehr Test Systems
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Aehr Test Systems primarily designs, designs, manufactures and sells test and burn equipment for use in the semiconductor industry in the United States, Asia and Europe. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
Visit Website →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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