ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares (ASML)vsKulicke and Soffa Industries Inc (KLIC)
ASML
ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares
$1,675.70
+0.77%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $630.38B
KLIC
Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc
$79.68
+0.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares generates 4054% more annual revenue ($39.47B vs $950.21M). ASML leads profitability with a 34.1% profit margin vs 12.2%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.85. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
ASML
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
KLIC
Buy53
out of 100
Grade: C-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Revenue surging 122.6% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Strong operational efficiency at 20.7%
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 1432.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 6.4% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 78.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : KLIC
The strongest argument for KLIC centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 122.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : KLIC
The primary concerns for KLIC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KLIC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.55 — expect wider price swings.
KLIC is growing revenue faster at 122.6% — 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
ASML scores higher overall (76/100 vs 53/100), backed by strong 34.1% margins and 55.2% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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 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.
Kulicke and Soffa Industries Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Kulicke and Soffa Industries, Inc. designs, manufactures and sells capital equipment and tools for assembling semiconductor devices. The company is headquartered in Singapore.
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