Brokerages Set ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) Target Price at $1,475.00

ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) has been assigned a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” from the thirty-one brokerages that are covering the stock, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Two equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned a hold rating, twenty-one have given a buy rating and three have issued a strong buy rating on the company. The average 12-month price objective among analysts that have covered the stock in the last year is $1,475.00.

ASML has been the subject of a number of research reports. KGI Securities set a $1,415.00 price target on shares of ASML and gave the company an “outperform” rating in a research report on Thursday, January 15th. Weiss Ratings raised ASML from a “hold (c+)” rating to a “buy (b-)” rating in a report on Thursday, February 26th. Susquehanna restated a “positive” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Monday, January 12th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Wednesday, February 25th. Finally, Rothschild & Co Redburn set a $1,200.00 price objective on ASML in a report on Friday, November 7th.

ASML Stock Up 2.8%

Shares of NASDAQ:ASML opened at $1,399.37 on Monday. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $1,342.26 and a 200-day simple moving average of $1,098.50. ASML has a twelve month low of $578.51 and a twelve month high of $1,547.22. The company has a current ratio of 1.26, a quick ratio of 0.79 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14. The company has a market capitalization of $550.34 billion, a PE ratio of 54.20, a P/E/G ratio of 1.55 and a beta of 1.88.

ASML Increases Dividend

The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, May 5th. Investors of record on Monday, April 27th will be paid a dividend of $3.1771 per share. The ex-dividend date is Monday, April 27th. This represents a $12.71 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.9%. This is an increase from ASML’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.88. ASML’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 25.10%.

Key ASML News

Here are the key news stories impacting ASML this week:

• Positive Sentiment: ASML is planning new tools aimed at larger chips and 3D advanced packaging, signaling a potential expansion of its total addressable market beyond EUV equipment — this could drive long-term revenue diversification and upside if execution and customer adoption follow. Read More.
• Positive Sentiment: UBS reaffirmed a “buy” rating on ASML, which supports investor confidence and may underpin further share-strength if institutional sentiment remains favorable. Read More.
• Neutral Sentiment: Short-interest data posted for early March shows 0 shares and nonsensical “NaN” changes — this appears to be a reporting glitch and provides no actionable signal about bearish positioning or short pressure at present.
• Neutral Sentiment: Additional trade press and industry outlets echo the advanced-packaging expansion narrative, corroborating the strategic direction but not yet providing concrete timeline or revenue guidance. Read More.
• Negative Sentiment: Separately, ASML experienced a pullback in an earlier session (reported March 2), illustrating short-term sensitivity to broader market moves and highlighting potential near-term volatility despite strategic positives. Read More.

Institutional Investors Weigh In On ASML

A number of institutional investors and hedge funds have recently made changes to their positions in ASML. Manning & Napier Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in ASML during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $25,000. City Holding Co. acquired a new stake in shares of ASML during the third quarter worth $26,000. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC purchased a new position in ASML in the 4th quarter valued at $26,000. Binnacle Investments Inc increased its stake in ASML by 78.9% in the 2nd quarter. Binnacle Investments Inc now owns 34 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $27,000 after buying an additional 15 shares during the period. Finally, Resources Management Corp CT ADV raised its position in ASML by 1,150.0% during the 4th quarter. Resources Management Corp CT ADV now owns 25 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $27,000 after buying an additional 23 shares during the last quarter. 26.07% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

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.