ASML Holding NV ADR (ASML)vsWarner Bros Discovery Inc (WBD)
ASML
ASML Holding NV ADR
$1,592.02
+4.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $595.37B
WBD
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
$27.11
-0.04%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $67.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Warner Bros Discovery Inc generates 11% more annual revenue ($37.30B vs $33.69B). ASML leads profitability with a 29.7% profit margin vs 1.9%. ASML appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.15. ASML earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ASML
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
WBD
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ASML.
Margin of Safety
+60.5%
Fair Value
$70.90
Current Price
$27.11
$43.79 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
Earnings expanding 226.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
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
ROE of 2.1% — below average capital efficiency
1.9% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 5.7%
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 : WBD
The strongest argument for WBD centers on EPS Growth, Market Cap, Price/Book.
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 : WBD
The primary concerns for WBD are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. Thin 1.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ASML profiles as a mature stock while WBD is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
WBD carries more volatility with a beta of 1.57 — expect wider price swings.
ASML is growing revenue faster at 13.2% — sustainability is the question.
WBD generates stronger free cash flow (-476M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ASML scores higher overall (62/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 29.7% margins and 13.2% revenue growth. WBD offers better value entry with a 60.5% 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.
Warner Bros Discovery Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · ENTERTAINMENT · USA
Warner Bros. The company is headquartered in New York, New York.
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