Why ASML Stock Is Sinking Today
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Key Points:
- ASML's stock initially rose 4.5% following its Q1 earnings release but later declined by 4.35%, trading at $1417.36.
- The company reported Q1 earnings of 7.15 euros per share on sales of 8.77 billion euros, surpassing analyst expectations of 6.61 euros per share and 8.66 billion euros in revenue.
- Revenue increased 13.3% year-over-year, and earnings per share rose 2.8% compared to the prior year, with a declared total dividend of 7.50 euros per share for 2025.
- ASML raised its full-year sales forecast to 36-40 billion euros, up from 34-39 billion euros, while maintaining a gross margin target between 51% and 53%.
- Despite strong financial results and an improved outlook, investor sentiment led to a pullback in the stock price during the trading session.
