ASML Holding N.V. $ASML Stock Position Lessened by Saturna Capital Corp

Saturna Capital Corp decreased its holdings in shares of ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) by 1.1% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 316,657 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock after selling 3,431 shares during the period. ASML makes up about 5.9% of Saturna Capital Corp’s holdings, making the stock its 5th largest holding. Saturna Capital Corp’s holdings in ASML were worth $418,250,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.

A number of other large investors have also recently modified their holdings of ASML. Family Capital Management Inc. increased its position in shares of ASML by 0.8% during the 4th quarter. Family Capital Management Inc. now owns 919 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $983,000 after purchasing an additional 7 shares during the last quarter. 44 Wealth Management LLC boosted its stake in ASML by 1.1% in the fourth quarter. 44 Wealth Management LLC now owns 657 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $703,000 after buying an additional 7 shares in the last quarter. Evolution Wealth Management Inc. grew its position in ASML by 22.6% during the first quarter. Evolution Wealth Management Inc. now owns 38 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $50,000 after acquiring an additional 7 shares during the last quarter. Sky Investment Group LLC increased its stake in ASML by 2.1% in the 4th quarter. Sky Investment Group LLC now owns 384 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $411,000 after purchasing an additional 8 shares during the period. Finally, White Lighthouse Investment Management Inc. lifted its position in ASML by 2.2% in the fourth quarter. White Lighthouse Investment Management Inc. now owns 365 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $390,000 after purchasing an additional 8 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 26.07% of the company’s stock.

ASML Trading Up 3.6%

Shares of NASDAQ ASML opened at $1,801.51 on Wednesday. ASML Holding N.V. has a 52-week low of $683.48 and a 52-week high of $1,999.96. The company has a market cap of $708.51 billion, a PE ratio of 56.05, a P/E/G ratio of 0.93 and a beta of 1.78. The firm’s 50 day moving average price is $1,741.07 and its 200-day moving average price is $1,513.33. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09, a quick ratio of 0.80 and a current ratio of 1.33.

ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) last posted its earnings results on Sunday, June 28th. The semiconductor company reported $8.65 EPS for the quarter. The business had revenue of $10.64 billion during the quarter. ASML had a return on equity of 52.71% and a net margin of 30.11%. On average, equities research analysts expect that ASML Holding N.V. will post 41.59 EPS for the current fiscal year.

ASML Cuts Dividend

The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, August 5th. Stockholders of record on Tuesday, July 28th will be paid a $2.1507 dividend. This represents a $8.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.5%. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, July 28th. ASML’s dividend payout ratio is 22.74%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

A number of research firms recently commented on ASML. Susquehanna reiterated a “positive” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Tuesday, June 30th. Jefferies Financial Group reissued a “neutral” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Monday, June 1st. Barclays reiterated an “overweight” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Thursday, July 16th. UBS Group reissued a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Wednesday, July 1st. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Friday, July 10th. Four investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-one have assigned a Buy rating, four have given a Hold rating and three have given a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $1,970.33.

ASML News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting ASML this week:

• Positive Sentiment: ASML’s strong second-quarter results and higher 2026 outlook continue to fuel optimism that AI infrastructure demand is translating into faster orders for its advanced lithography tools. The company raised its revenue guidance and reported improved margins, reinforcing the growth story. 1 Massive Reason to Buy ASML Stock Following Its Blowout Earnings Report
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts and media coverage are highlighting ASML as one of the clearest beneficiaries of the AI boom, with discussion even centering on whether the company could eventually become Europe’s first trillion-dollar firm. That kind of narrative can support valuation and investor sentiment. ASML to offer employees €20,000 retention bonus for staying in 2027-2030
• Positive Sentiment: First components of ASML’s $400 million lithography tool arriving in Albany point to continued demand for its most advanced equipment, underscoring the company’s strategic role in next-generation chip manufacturing. First components of ASML’s $400 million lithography tool arrive in Albany
• Neutral Sentiment: Several reports focused on ASML’s retention bonus plan for employees through 2030. While the move may help protect talent in a tight labor market, it is not a direct operating catalyst and could modestly increase costs. ASML to offer employees €20,000 retention bonus for staying in 2027-2030
• Neutral Sentiment: Commentary about ASML being expensive at around 45x forward earnings is a reminder that valuation remains a debate, even as the growth outlook improves. This may temper some bullish enthusiasm but does not change the core AI-driven story. Is ASML Extremely Overvalued or a Bargain at 45x Forward Earnings?

ASML Company Profile

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.