Blackhawk Capital Partners LLC decreased its stake in shares of ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:ASML – Free Report) by 25.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The firm owned 2,274 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock after selling 775 shares during the quarter. ASML accounts for about 1.1% of Blackhawk Capital Partners LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 20th biggest position. Blackhawk Capital Partners LLC’s holdings in ASML were worth $3,004,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.
Other large investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC bought a new position in ASML in the fourth quarter worth $26,000. Binnacle Investments Inc increased its holdings 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. Resources Management Corp CT ADV raised its stake in shares of ASML by 1,150.0% in the 4th quarter. Resources Management Corp CT ADV now owns 25 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $27,000 after buying an additional 23 shares in the last quarter. North Star Investment Management Corp. raised its stake in shares of ASML by 68.8% in the 4th quarter. North Star Investment Management Corp. now owns 27 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock valued at $29,000 after buying an additional 11 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Jessup Wealth Management Inc bought a new position in shares of ASML during the 4th quarter worth about $30,000. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 26.07% of the company’s stock.
Trending Headlines about ASML
Here are the key news stories impacting ASML this week:
- Positive Sentiment: ASML beat Q2 expectations, reporting stronger-than-expected revenue and profit, which reassured investors that demand for its semiconductor manufacturing tools remains robust. ASML tops Q2 estimates on AI chip demand
- Positive Sentiment: The company raised its 2026 sales forecast for the second time this year to €43 billion-€45 billion and lifted gross margin guidance to 54%-56%, signaling that AI-related orders are coming in faster than expected. ASML hikes sales forecast for second time this year on strong AI chip demand
- Positive Sentiment: Management said EUV capacity is nearly fully booked through the end of 2027 and that it has room to raise prices on some tools, both of which suggest pricing power and strong forward visibility. ASML has room to raise prices, CFO says
- Positive Sentiment: Intel’s use of ASML’s next-generation High-NA EUV system for Panther Lake production highlights real customer adoption of ASML’s most advanced technology, reinforcing the company’s long-term competitive moat. Intel turns to next-generation ASML tool to help make its laptop chips
- Neutral Sentiment: Analyst commentary and media coverage broadly frame ASML’s results as a positive signal for the AI semiconductor trade, but those takes mainly reflect the earnings news rather than adding new fundamentals. Why ASML’s AI Monopoly Is Still Getting Stronger
- Negative Sentiment: Geopolitical and China-export risks remain a concern, and investors may still question whether ASML’s premium valuation is fully justified despite the upbeat quarter. Chip toolmaker ASML expected to shine light on capacity and China challenges
ASML Stock Performance
ASML (NASDAQ:ASML – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Monday, March 30th. The semiconductor company reported $8.28 EPS for the quarter. ASML had a return on equity of 48.69% and a net margin of 27.65%.The business had revenue of $10.15 billion for the quarter. On average, equities analysts forecast that ASML Holding N.V. will post 36.62 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
Several brokerages have recently weighed in on ASML. Berenberg Bank reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Friday, May 8th. Citigroup reaffirmed a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a report on Thursday, April 16th. Wall Street Zen downgraded ASML from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Sunday, May 3rd. Susquehanna reaffirmed a “positive” rating on shares of ASML in a research note on Tuesday, June 30th. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of ASML in a research report on Friday, July 10th. Three equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty have assigned a Buy rating, six have given a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average target price of $1,891.62.
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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.
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