Up 50% in 2025, Should You Buy ASML Stock Right Now?
12/19/2025 12:01 PM • ASML, the world's only producer of extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography systems, has surged 50% in 2025 and reached record highs. While the company benefits from AI and cloud market expansion, it faces headwinds from Chinese export restrictions and slowing 2026 growth projections. Despite a premium valuation of 34x forward earnings, analysts view it as a worthwhile long-term investment due to its monopolistic position and significant pricing power in the semiconductor equipment market.
ASML - ASML maintains a monopoly on crucial EUV lithography technology, benefits from AI and cloud market growth, and has strong pricing power. Despite near-term headwinds from China restrictions and slowing 2026 growth, the company is positioned well for long-term semiconductor market expansion with revenue expected to reach €44-60 billion by 2030.