ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsThe Travelers Companies Inc (TRV)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
TRV
The Travelers Companies Inc
$298.04
-0.30%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $63.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
The Travelers Companies Inc generates 45% more annual revenue ($48.94B vs $33.69B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 15.5%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. TRV earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TRV
Strong Buy72
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 52 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.0%
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Earnings expanding 357.6% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.0% revenue growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
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 : TRV
The strongest argument for TRV centers on P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.5% and operating margin at 18.7%.
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 : TRV
The primary concerns for TRV are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a mature stock while TRV 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.
TRV generates stronger free cash flow (2.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TRV scores higher overall (72/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 15.5% margins. 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 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.
The Travelers Companies Inc
FINANCIAL SERVICES · INSURANCE - PROPERTY & CASUALTY · USA
The Travelers Companies, Inc., commonly known as Travelers, is an American insurance company.
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