Barclays Reaffirms Neutral Rating for ASML (NASDAQ:ASML)

ASML (NASDAQ:ASML)‘s stock had its “neutral” rating reissued by stock analysts at Barclays in a research report issued on Monday,MarketScreener reports.

Several other research firms have also commented on ASML. New Street Research reaffirmed a “neutral” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Monday, October 6th. Evercore ISI restated an “outperform” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Thursday, October 16th. Jefferies Financial Group reiterated a “neutral” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Tuesday, January 13th. Weiss Ratings cut ASML from a “buy (b-)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a report on Monday, January 12th. Finally, DZ Bank restated a “neutral” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Wednesday, October 15th. Three investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, nineteen have assigned a Buy rating, eight have assigned a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the company presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $1,407.00.

ASML Stock Up 2.9%

ASML stock opened at $1,454.59 on Monday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14, a current ratio of 1.31 and a quick ratio of 0.70. The firm’s fifty day simple moving average is $1,152.39 and its 200-day simple moving average is $972.87. ASML has a 12 month low of $578.51 and a 12 month high of $1,473.59. The company has a market capitalization of $572.07 billion, a P/E ratio of 59.20, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.92 and a beta of 1.86.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

Several hedge funds have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Manning & Napier Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in ASML in the 3rd quarter valued at about $25,000. City Holding Co. purchased a new position in shares of ASML during the 3rd quarter worth approximately $26,000. Princeton Global Asset Management LLC raised its position in ASML by 153.8% in the second quarter. Princeton Global Asset Management LLC now owns 33 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $26,000 after purchasing an additional 20 shares during the period. Binnacle Investments Inc lifted its stake in ASML by 78.9% during the second quarter. Binnacle Investments Inc now owns 34 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $27,000 after purchasing an additional 15 shares in the last quarter. Finally, JPL Wealth Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of ASML in the third quarter valued at $34,000. 26.07% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

ASML News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting ASML this week:

• Positive Sentiment: ASML equipment will be included in India’s upcoming fabrication facility in Dholera, expanding addressable markets and long‑term demand. ASML Equipment to Be Part of India’s Upcoming Fabrication Facility in Dholera
• Positive Sentiment: Bernstein reiterated an Outperform and flagged expectations for a robust Q4 bookings beat, reinforcing upside to near‑term results and bookings momentum. Bernstein Reiterates Outperform on ASML Ahead of Key Q4 Bookings Print
• Positive Sentiment: An analyst lift to a $1,642 target highlights growing Street conviction in ASML’s monopoly‑like position in EUV tools and expected upside from AI chip demand. Here’s Why 1 Analyst Just Hiked This Monopoly’s Target to $1,642 Ahead of Earnings
• Positive Sentiment: Zacks highlights a product‑mix shift (more advanced EUV and High‑NA systems) that could lift gross margins materially toward the long‑term target, supporting profit expansion. ASML to Leverage Product Mix Shift to Drive Margins: What’s Ahead?
• Positive Sentiment: High‑profile commentary (Jim Cramer) noted ASML faces shortages that can’t be met, underscoring persistent supply tightness and pricing power for its EUV tools. ASML (ASML) is Facing a Shortage That Can’t Be Met, Says Jim Cramer
• Neutral Sentiment: Multiple earnings previews and previews note ASML is expected to give robust 2026 guidance and that Q4 results (scheduled Jan. 28) are a focal point for near‑term volatility. ASML Expected to Issue Robust 2026 Guidance — Earnings Preview
• Neutral Sentiment: Media pieces discuss ASML’s momentum ahead of earnings and potential for upside surprises, which can amplify intraday moves but also increase event risk. ASML Stock: Why This Wednesday’s Earnings Could Deliver Big Surprises
• Negative Sentiment: Barclays reaffirmed a “neutral” rating, signaling some analysts see limited near‑term upside despite the bullish narrative—this could cap gains if guidance or bookings disappoint. ASML: Barclays Reaffirms Its ‘Neutral’ Rating

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.