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ASML Holding N.V. is seeing a significant rise in its stock price, fueled by positive market sentiment and strong demand in the semiconductor sector.

ASML stock is up today by 3.75%, closing at CA$1837.92. This increase comes as optimism grows in the semiconductor industry, especially with advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies.

Investor takeaway: Investors should pay attention to the strong growth potential in the semiconductor sector, particularly as ASML partners with major players like TSMC to improve chip manufacturing capabilities.

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↓ $94.01 (-5.04%)
71 day period
$1550.69$1768.78$1986.87Jun 17Aug 7Sep 28

Market cap

$669.85B

P/E

60.2x

Div. yield

0.52%

Div. / share

$4.30

52W high

$1997.38

52W low

$929.29

1W change

+3.51%

Beta

1.36

Analyst Price Targets

Based on 44 analysts covering ASML · as of Sep 28, 2026

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Wall Street analysts forecast ASML stock price to rise 4105.0% over the next 12 months.

Consensus

Strong Buy

4.52 / 5.00

Avg. Target

C$2123.54

+4105.0% Upside

Previously C$2116.23 on Sep 25, 2026

Current Price

C$50.50

Last close

Analyst Breakdown (44 analysts)

Strong Buy 32
Buy 6
Hold 4
Sell 1
Strong Sell 1
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Targets are snapshotted when they change. Unchanged figures keep their original date. Not financial advice.

Wealth Awesome Price Forecast

WA Model

Statistical 90-day price range based on ASML's historical volatility

HistoricalForecast68%95%
C$1093.04C$1452.35C$1811.65C$2170.95C$2530.26C$2889.56TodayJun 17Aug 7Sep 28Nov 10Dec 24Feb 5

30-Day Vol

38.2%

Annualized

90-Day Vol

48.2%

Annualized

Trend (90d)

+1.0%

Annualized drift

90d Mean

C$1777.99

Expected price

HorizonExpected68% Range (1σ)
30 trading daysC$1773.60C$1554.82 – C$2023.17
60 trading daysC$1775.80C$1474.12 – C$2139.21
90 trading daysC$1777.99C$1415.46 – C$2233.38

Methodology: Range is calculated using 30-day realized volatility via geometric Brownian motion (log-normal model). 68% band = ±1σ, 95% band = ±2σ. This is a statistical model, not a prediction. Past volatility does not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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Market Cap of CA$680.4 Billion

ASML's impressive market capitalization highlights its leading position in the semiconductor equipment industry, reflecting investor confidence in its long-term growth prospects.

Bull case

The rising demand for advanced semiconductor technologies, especially in AI and machine learning, puts ASML in a strong position as it continues to innovate and grow its market share in lithography equipment.

Bear case

However, despite the current positive trends, any slowdown in semiconductor demand or increased competition could threaten ASML's growth and stock performance.

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Market Sentiment Boosting ASML

The increase in ASML's stock price is linked to a broader positive sentiment in the semiconductor market, particularly after reports of rising investments in AI infrastructure. The company's collaboration with TSMC on advanced lithography technologies is expected to boost production capabilities, further increasing demand for ASML's equipment.

Strong Growth Projections

Analysts predict significant growth for ASML, with earnings estimates showing a 95.63% increase year-over-year. This optimism is backed by the anticipated rise in semiconductor demand driven by AI, machine learning, and 5G technologies, positioning ASML as a key player in this evolving landscape.

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Published: September 29, 2026
Last Updated: September 29, 2026

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