ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsAlibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
BABA
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
$140.06
-0.67%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $349.01B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd generates 2918% more annual revenue ($1.02T vs $33.69B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 8.9%. BABA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.81. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
BABA
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASML.
Margin of Safety
+72.8%
Fair Value
$558.77
Current Price
$140.06
$418.71 discount
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 6.8B in free cash flow
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
1.7% revenue growth
Earnings declined 70.9%
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 : BABA
The strongest argument for BABA centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.81 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : BABA
The primary concerns for BABA are Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a mature stock while BABA is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
BABA generates stronger free cash flow (6.8B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins and 13.2% revenue growth. BABA offers better value entry with a 72.8% margin of safety. 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.
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · INTERNET RETAIL · USA
Alibaba Group Holding Limited, also known as Alibaba Group and Alibaba.com, is a Chinese multinational technology company specializing in e-commerce, retail, Internet, and technology. Founded on 28 June 1999 in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, the company provides consumer-to-consumer (C2C), business-to-consumer (B2C), and business-to-business (B2B) sales services via web portals, as well as electronic payment services, shopping search engines and cloud computing services. It owns and operates a diverse portfolio of companies around the world in numerous business sectors.
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