ASML vs WFC: Which Is the Better Buy?

Side-by-side comparison of ASML Holding N.V. and Wells Fargo & Company β€” fair value, conviction, valuation metrics, and QuantHub research signals. Updated 2026-04-22.
ASML Holding N.V. Β· Technology
$1,458.97
+65.1% upside to fair value
Grade B High Quality
VS
Wells Fargo & Company Β· Financial Services
$81.52
+30.6% upside to fair value
Grade B
QuantHub Verdict
ASML has more upside to fair value (+65.1%). WFC trades at a lower forward P/E (11.9x). These are model outputs β€” not personalized investment advice. See all research β†’
Valuation & Fundamentals
Metric ASML WFC
Current Price $1,458.97 $81.52
Fair Value Estimate $2,408.73 $106.49
Upside to Fair Value +65.1% +30.6%
Market Cap $562.3B $250.7B
Forward P/E 48.3x 11.9x
EV / EBITDA 37.6x 16.7x
Price / Sales 14.4x 2.0x
Price / FCF 54.4x -13.2x
Revenue Growth YoY +13.2% +7.3%
Gross Margin 52.6% 64.5%
Operating Margin 34.8% 20.5%
Return on Equity 52.0% 12.0%
Dividend Yield 0% 0%
FCF Yield 1.84% β€”
Analyst Consensus Strong Buy Buy
Investment Thesis
ASML β€” ASML Holding N.V.
ASML Holding N.V. is a leading technology company specializing in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, particularly extreme ultraviolet lithography machines which hold a near-monopoly position. The company benefits from a durable competitive moat driven by its technological leadership, high barriers to entry, and strong demand from semiconductor manufacturers globally, especially in China. Desp…
WFC β€” Wells Fargo & Company
Wells Fargo & Company is a diversified financial services firm operating primarily in consumer banking, commercial banking, corporate and investment banking, and wealth and investment management. The company benefits from a seasoned CEO with extensive industry experience and has made significant progress in regulatory compliance and operational efficiency, including lifting its asset cap in 2025.…
Accumulation Zones
Metric ASML WFC
Zone Low $1,806.55 $79.87
Zone High $2,047.42 $90.52
In Buy Zone? Yes Yes
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