Fortis Capital Advisors LLC Makes New Investment in ASML Holding N.V. $ASML

Fortis Capital Advisors LLC acquired a new position in ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML) during the third quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm acquired 796 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock, valued at approximately $771,000.

Several other large investors have also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the business. Purkiss Capital Advisors LLC grew its position in ASML by 21.9% in the 3rd quarter. Purkiss Capital Advisors LLC now owns 490 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $474,000 after buying an additional 88 shares in the last quarter. National Wealth Management Group LLC purchased a new stake in shares of ASML during the third quarter valued at $319,000. BG Investment Services Inc. acquired a new position in shares of ASML in the third quarter worth about $237,000. Vanguard Personalized Indexing Management LLC boosted its stake in ASML by 14.4% in the 3rd quarter. Vanguard Personalized Indexing Management LLC now owns 21,625 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $20,944,000 after purchasing an additional 2,726 shares during the period. Finally, Callahan Advisors LLC boosted its position in shares of ASML by 8.2% in the third quarter. Callahan Advisors LLC now owns 12,881 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock worth $12,470,000 after buying an additional 977 shares during the period. 26.07% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

Several analysts recently commented on ASML shares. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft restated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Wednesday, December 10th. The Goldman Sachs Group restated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Friday, October 10th. Royal Bank Of Canada initiated coverage on shares of ASML in a research report on Wednesday, January 14th. They issued an “outperform” rating and a $1,550.00 price target on the stock. Jefferies Financial Group reiterated a “neutral” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Tuesday, January 13th. Finally, Bank Degroof lowered shares of ASML to a “hold” rating in a research report on Friday, October 10th. Three research 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 data from MarketBeat, the stock currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $1,407.00.

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

ASML Price Performance

ASML stock opened at $1,454.59 on Wednesday. The company has a market capitalization of $572.07 billion, a PE ratio of 59.20, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.92 and a beta of 1.86. The business has a 50 day simple moving average of $1,152.39 and a 200 day simple moving average of $972.87. ASML Holding N.V. has a one year low of $578.51 and a one year high of $1,473.59. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.14, a current ratio of 1.31 and a quick ratio of 0.70.

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.