ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) Trading 1.1% Higher After Analyst Upgrade

ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) traded up 1.1% during trading on Tuesday after Sanford C. Bernstein upgraded the stock from a hold rating to a buy rating. The company traded as high as $1,246.38 and last traded at $1,242.19. 1,893,526 shares changed hands during trading, a decline of 28% from the average session volume of 2,626,888 shares. The stock had previously closed at $1,228.19.

Other analysts have also issued research reports about the stock. Evercore ISI reissued an “outperform” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Thursday, October 16th. HSBC restated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Friday, October 17th. Rothschild Redb upgraded ASML from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a research report on Friday, November 7th. Berenberg Bank reissued a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Thursday, October 16th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company lifted their target price on ASML from $1,105.00 to $1,140.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a report on Thursday, October 16th. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eighteen have assigned a Buy rating and seven have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, ASML currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $1,270.67.

ASML News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting ASML this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Sanford C. Bernstein upgraded ASML to a top pick / Outperform, highlighting “unprecedented” AI-driven EUV demand as a structural tailwind for the company — a key catalyst for investor buying. This Stock Is Bernstein’s Top Pick in European Chips. It’s About ‘Unprecedented AI Demand.
• Positive Sentiment: Broker upgrade and upbeat demand outlook triggered a sharp intraday rally (reports note an ~8.8% jump in an earlier session), signaling momentum and heavier-than-normal volume as institutions reposition. ASML (ASML) Surges 8.8%: Is This an Indication of Further Gains?
• Positive Sentiment: Coverage notes ASML hit fresh record highs after the analyst upgrade as demand from memory-chip producers and AI-focused customers lifts near-term order visibility. ASML’s stock hits another record high after analyst upgrade
• Positive Sentiment: Multiple outlets summarize that Wall Street analysts are broadly optimistic and that recent rating changes are influencing investor action—supporting continued momentum while analysts update estimates. Is ASML (ASML) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
• Neutral Sentiment: After the sharp run-up, valuation-focused pieces are flagging that ASML is now trading at premium multiples; investors are being prompted to reassess fair value given elevated P/E and recent momentum. Assessing ASML Holding’s (ENXTAM:ASML) Valuation After Strong Recent Share Price Momentum
• Neutral Sentiment: Short updates and market summaries note modest additional gains in the latest session, reflecting follow‑through after the analyst-driven rally rather than new company-specific news. ASML (ASML) Laps the Stock Market: Here’s Why

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in ASML. HBK Sorce Advisory LLC boosted its holdings in shares of ASML by 1.0% in the 3rd quarter. HBK Sorce Advisory LLC now owns 1,057 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $1,067,000 after purchasing an additional 10 shares in the last quarter. Albion Financial Group UT boosted its stake in ASML by 27.8% in the third quarter. Albion Financial Group UT now owns 46 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $45,000 after buying an additional 10 shares in the last quarter. Global Assets Advisory LLC grew its position in ASML by 2.3% during the third quarter. Global Assets Advisory LLC now owns 452 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $438,000 after acquiring an additional 10 shares during the last quarter. State of Wyoming raised its stake in shares of ASML by 4.2% during the third quarter. State of Wyoming now owns 247 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $239,000 after acquiring an additional 10 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC lifted its holdings in shares of ASML by 3.0% in the 3rd quarter. Wealthcare Advisory Partners LLC now owns 345 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $334,000 after acquiring an additional 10 shares during the last quarter. 26.07% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

ASML Stock Up 1.1%

The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14, a quick ratio of 0.70 and a current ratio of 1.31. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $1,065.26 and its 200-day moving average price is $917.00. The company has a market cap of $488.53 billion, a PE ratio of 50.56, a PEG ratio of 1.83 and a beta of 1.86.

ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, October 15th. The semiconductor company reported $6.41 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $6.27 by $0.14. ASML had a net margin of 27.08% and a return on equity of 47.74%. The business had revenue of $8.80 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $8.99 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the firm posted $5.28 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up .7% on a year-over-year basis. On average, analysts predict that ASML Holding N.V. will post 25.17 earnings per share for the current year.

ASML Increases Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, November 6th. Shareholders of record on Wednesday, October 29th were paid a $1.857 dividend. This is an increase from ASML’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.86. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, October 29th. This represents a $7.43 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.6%. ASML’s payout ratio is presently 25.80%.

About ASML

ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ: ASML) is a Dutch company that develops, manufactures and services advanced photolithography systems used to produce semiconductor chips. Headquartered in Veldhoven, Netherlands, ASML supplies capital equipment and associated software and services that enable semiconductor manufacturers to pattern the intricate circuits on silicon wafers. The company is widely recognized for its leadership in extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography as well as its deep ultraviolet (DUV) platforms used across multiple process nodes.

ASML’s product portfolio includes EUV and DUV lithography machines, light sources, imaging optics and control software, together with spare parts, upgrades and field services.