Applied Materials Inc (AMAT)vsASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares (ASML)
AMAT
Applied Materials Inc
$319.25
+4.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $309.57B
ASML
ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares
$1,424.75
+5.02%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $630.38B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares generates 28% more annual revenue ($39.47B vs $30.84B). ASML leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 30.0%. AMAT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. AMAT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 78/100 (B+).
AMAT
Strong Buy78
out of 100
Grade: B+
ASML
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.7%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 61 in profit
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 44.4%
Revenue surging 55.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 135.9% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 9.9x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1217.7x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AMAT
The strongest argument for AMAT centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 33.7%. Revenue growth of 24.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ASML
The strongest argument for ASML centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 44.4%. Revenue growth of 55.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AMAT
The primary concerns for AMAT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ASML
The primary concerns for ASML are P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 40.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AMAT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 55.2% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (11.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
AMAT scores higher overall (78/100 vs 76/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins and 24.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Applied Materials Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products. The company also supplies equipment to produce coatings for flexible electronics, packaging and other applications. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California, in Silicon Valley.
Visit Website →ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares
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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