ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) Given Average Rating of “Moderate Buy” by Brokerages

ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) has been assigned a consensus recommendation of “Moderate Buy” from the thirty research firms that are covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. Three research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned a hold rating, nineteen have assigned a buy rating and three have issued a strong buy rating on the company. The average 1 year price objective among brokerages that have updated their coverage on the stock in the last year is $1,970.3333.

Several analysts recently issued reports on ASML shares. Argus set a $2,100.00 target price on ASML in a report on Thursday, July 16th. Susquehanna reaffirmed a “positive” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Tuesday, June 30th. Weiss Ratings cut ASML from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research note on Wednesday, September 16th. Zacks Research downgraded ASML from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, July 3rd. Finally, Morgan Stanley reissued an “overweight” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Tuesday, July 7th.

Trending Headlines about ASML

Here are the key news stories impacting ASML this week:

• Positive Sentiment: ASML’s High-NA EUV technology is gaining traction with major customers including TSMC, Samsung, Intel and quantum-computing company Xanadu. These partnerships strengthen ASML’s long-term competitive position and support demand for next-generation lithography tools. ASML Holding Alliances Put Valuation Back In Focus
• Positive Sentiment: ASML is testing factory throughput with approximately 110 EUV tools, an important step toward converting strong demand visibility into revenue expected from 2028 onward. The update reinforces the company’s growth opportunity, although assembly and delivery execution remain critical. ASML Adds 1% as 110 EUV Tools Test Factory Throughput
• Positive Sentiment: ASML’s share-repurchase program continued, with the company buying back shares during September 14–18. Buybacks can support earnings per share and signal management’s confidence in the company’s valuation and cash-generation ability. ASML Reports Transactions Under Its Current Share Buyback Program
• Neutral Sentiment: A new ETF focused on AI chipmaking machinery will include equipment manufacturers such as ASML. The product could increase investor exposure and visibility for the group, but its direct effect on ASML’s fundamentals is likely limited. New ETF Bets on the Machinery Behind AI Chipmaking
• Neutral Sentiment: Recent market coverage noted that ASML outperformed the broader market, reflecting continued momentum after a substantial advance. The report provides performance context rather than a new fundamental catalyst. ASML Surpasses Market Returns
• Negative Sentiment: Analyst H. Engel of Erste Group lowered the firm’s 2026 EPS forecast to $45.10 from $45.59, citing a modestly weaker outlook. Although the revised estimate remains above the reported consensus of $44.10, the cut may weigh on sentiment given ASML’s elevated valuation.
• Negative Sentiment: An ASML executive warned that Europe risks falling behind in chip development because of insufficient investment. ASML reportedly sells little equipment in Europe and remains heavily reliant on Asian customers, highlighting geographic-concentration and regional-demand risks. ASML Executive Warns Europe Will Fall Behind in Chip Development

ASML Stock Up 2.1%

Shares of ASML stock opened at $1,747.90 on Friday. ASML has a 12-month low of $935.41 and a 12-month high of $1,999.96. The company has a quick ratio of 0.80, a current ratio of 1.33 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09. The firm has a fifty day moving average of $1,719.69 and a 200-day moving average of $1,621.26. The company has a market capitalization of $687.41 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 54.38, a P/E/G ratio of 0.87 and a beta of 1.79.

ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) last announced its earnings results on Sunday, June 28th. The semiconductor company reported $8.65 earnings per share for the quarter. ASML had a net margin of 30.11% and a return on equity of 52.71%. The firm had revenue of $10.62 billion during the quarter. As a group, equities research analysts predict that ASML will post 44.03 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

ASML Cuts Dividend

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, August 5th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, July 28th were paid a dividend of $2.1507 per share. This represents a $8.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.5%. The ex-dividend date was Tuesday, July 28th. ASML’s payout ratio is currently 22.62%.

Institutional Trading of ASML

Several hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in ASML. State Street Corp raised its stake in shares of ASML by 4.4% in the second quarter. State Street Corp now owns 85,872 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $170,851,000 after acquiring an additional 3,632 shares during the period. Twin Peaks Capital Ltd purchased a new position in shares of ASML during the 2nd quarter worth about $5,968,000. Sequoia Financial Advisors LLC boosted its stake in shares of ASML by 1.2% during the 2nd quarter. Sequoia Financial Advisors LLC now owns 5,611 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $11,163,000 after purchasing an additional 65 shares during the period. MCF Advisors LLC grew its holdings in ASML by 10.1% during the 2nd quarter. MCF Advisors LLC now owns 175 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $348,000 after purchasing an additional 16 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Scholtz & Company LLC grew its holdings in ASML by 9.6% during the 2nd quarter. Scholtz & Company LLC now owns 4,116 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $8,189,000 after purchasing an additional 362 shares during the last quarter. 26.07% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

ASML Company Profile

ASML Holding N.V. is a Netherlands-based technology company that develops and manufactures lithography systems used by semiconductor manufacturers to produce integrated circuits. Its equipment uses light to project intricate circuit patterns onto silicon wafers, an essential step in the production of chips for computers, smartphones, automobiles, data centers and other electronic devices.

The company’s product portfolio includes extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems, deep ultraviolet (DUV) lithography systems and advanced metrology and inspection technologies.