ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsIchor Holdings Ltd (ICHR)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,399.42
+2.18%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $517.23B
ICHR
Ichor Holdings Ltd
$51.15
+4.88%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.62B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding NV ADR generates 3347% more annual revenue ($32.67B vs $947.65M). ASML leads profitability with a 29.4% profit margin vs -5.6%. ICHR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
ASML
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
ICHR
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-194.2%
Fair Value
$518.82
Current Price
$1399.42
$880.60 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ICHR.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.9% revenue growth
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 23.7x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -7.8% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.2%
Earnings declined 6.1%
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 29.4% and operating margin at 35.3%.
Bull Case : ICHR
The strongest argument for ICHR centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.54 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its 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.
Bear Case : ICHR
The primary concerns for ICHR are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a value stock while ICHR is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
ICHR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.71 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 4.9% — sustainability is the question.
ASML generates stronger free cash flow (10.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (56/100 vs 39/100), 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.
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.
Ichor Holdings Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Ichor Holdings, Ltd. is dedicated to the design, engineering and manufacture of fluid supply subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.
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