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ASML (ASML) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$768.51 +54.15 (+7.58%)
As of 01/6/2025 04:00 PM Eastern

ASML - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
3
Buy
12

Based on 15 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for ASML in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 15 analysts, 3 have given a hold rating, 10 have given a buy rating, and 2 have given a strong buy rating for ASML.

Consensus Price Target

$943.83
22.81% Upside
According to the 15 analysts' twelve-month price targets for ASML, the average price target is $943.83. The highest price target for ASML is $1,148.00, while the lowest price target for ASML is $767.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 22.81% from the current price of $768.51.
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ASML Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
1/8/24 to 1/7/25
1 Month Ago
12/9/23 to 12/8/24
3 Months Ago
10/10/23 to 10/9/24
1 Year Ago
1/8/23 to 1/8/24
Strong Buy
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
10 Buy rating(s)
10 Buy rating(s)
9 Buy rating(s)
6 Buy rating(s)
Hold
3 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
3 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$943.83$943.83$1,111.80$795.50
Forecasted Upside22.81% Upside33.13% Upside31.43% Upside10.36% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy

ASML Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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ASML Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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ASML Stock vs. The Competition

TypeASMLComputer and Technology CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.93
2.69
2.51
Consensus RatingModerate BuyModerate BuyModerate Buy
Predicted Upside22.81% Upside255.51% Upside14.69% Upside
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
12/3/2024BNP Paribas
3 of 5 stars
J. Bluestone
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Initiated CoverageOutperform$858.00+20.60%
11/29/2024Sanford C. Bernstein
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetOutperform ➝ Outperform$815.00 ➝ $767.00+14.40%
10/17/2024Wells Fargo & Company
3 of 5 stars
 Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$1,000.00 ➝ $790.00+12.47%
10/17/2024JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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 Lower TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$1,207.00 ➝ $1,148.00+68.46%
10/11/2024Susquehanna
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 Lower TargetPositive ➝ Positive$1,300.00 ➝ $1,100.00+32.53%
10/2/2024Berenberg Bank
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T. Qiu
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9/20/2024Morgan Stanley
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 DowngradeOverweight ➝ Equal Weight
9/4/2024UBS Group
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F. Bouvignies
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DowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral
7/30/2024Barclays
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S. Coles
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UpgradeEqual Weight ➝ Overweight
4/16/2024Evercore ISI
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 Initiated CoverageOutperform
2/22/2024HSBC
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 Initiated CoverageBuy
2/20/2024Redburn Atlantic
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 UpgradeSell ➝ Neutral
1/25/2024Raymond James
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 Boost TargetStrong-Buy ➝ Strong-Buy$850.00 ➝ $1,000.00+18.02%
1/23/2024Cantor Fitzgerald
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 Initiated CoverageOverweight
1/8/2024Kepler Capital Markets
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9/14/2023Wolfe Research
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 Initiated CoverageOutperform
7/21/2023Societe Generale
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold
6/16/2023New Street Research
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Neutral
4/25/2023Stifel Nicolaus
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 DowngradeBuy ➝ Hold
1/26/2023Argus
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 Boost TargetBuy$590.00 ➝ $775.00+15.60%

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Should I Buy ASML Stock? ASML Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Friday, January 3, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these ASML pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

ASML
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in ASML Holding:

  • ASML Holding reported a strong earnings per share (EPS) of $5.80 for the latest quarter, exceeding the consensus estimate of $5.24 by $0.56. This indicates robust financial performance and effective management, which can attract investors.
  • The company has a high return on equity of 47.61%, suggesting that it is efficient in generating profits from its equity investments, making it an appealing option for investors seeking strong returns.
  • ASML Holding's stock is currently trading at $700.42, reflecting a significant market capitalization of $275.56 billion. This level of market presence can instill confidence in potential investors.
  • The company has a net margin of 26.40%, indicating that it retains a substantial portion of revenue as profit, which is a positive sign for profitability and sustainability.
  • Institutional investors own 26.07% of ASML Holding's stock, which often signals confidence in the company's future prospects and can lead to increased stability in stock performance.

ASML
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in ASML Holding for these reasons:

  • ASML Holding's stock has experienced significant volatility, with a 1-year high of $1,110.09 and a low of $645.45. Such fluctuations can pose risks for investors looking for stable investments.
  • The company has a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 36.67, which may indicate that the stock is overvalued compared to its earnings, potentially leading to a correction in stock price.
  • ASML Holding's dividend yield is relatively low at 0.80%, which may not be attractive for income-focused investors seeking higher returns from dividends.
  • The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.29, which, while not excessively high, indicates that it does carry some debt. Investors may be cautious about the implications of this leverage on future growth.
  • Recent changes in institutional holdings, including new stakes and increased positions, may suggest a lack of consensus among investors about the company's future direction, which could lead to uncertainty in stock performance.

ASML Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 15 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for ASML is $943.83, with a high forecast of $1,148.00 and a low forecast of $767.00.

15 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for ASML in the last year. There are currently 3 hold ratings, 10 buy ratings and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" ASML shares.

According to analysts, ASML's stock has a predicted upside of 22.81% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

ASML has been rated by research analysts at BNP Paribas, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Sanford C. Bernstein, Susquehanna, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.

Analysts like ASML more than other "computer and technology" companies. The consensus rating score for ASML is 2.93 while the average consensus rating score for "computer and technology" companies is 2.69. Learn more on how ASML compares to other companies.


This page (NASDAQ:ASML) was last updated on 1/7/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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