ASML 📈 ASML Holding - Overview

ASML Holding N.V. is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced semiconductor equipment systems, providing cutting-edge solutions to chipmakers worldwide. The company's product portfolio includes lithography, metrology, and inspection systems, which are essential for the production of microchips. Its lithography systems, such as extreme ultraviolet lithography and deep ultraviolet lithography, enable the manufacture of a wide range of semiconductor nodes and technologies, from mature to leading-edge nodes. Additionally, ASML offers metrology and inspection systems, including YieldStar optical metrology systems and HMI electron beam solutions, which help assess the quality of patterns on wafers and locate individual chip defects.

The company's computational lithography solutions and lithography systems and control software solutions further enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the chip manufacturing process. ASML also provides refurbishment and upgrade services for lithography systems, as well as customer support and related services, to ensure optimal system performance and minimize downtime. With a global presence, ASML operates in key regions, including Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, China, and the United States, serving major semiconductor manufacturers and contributing to the advancement of the semiconductor industry. Its global footprint is supported by a strong network of local offices, research and development centers, and manufacturing facilities.

ASML's history dates back to 1984, when it was founded as a joint venture between Philips and ASM International. Over the years, the company has undergone significant transformations, including a name change from ASM Lithography Holding N.V. to ASML Holding N.V. in 2001. Today, ASML is a publicly traded company listed on the Euronext Amsterdam stock exchange, with its common stock traded under the ISIN code NL0010273215. As a key player in the semiconductor materials and equipment industry, ASML is classified under the GICS Sub Industry category, reflecting its critical role in enabling the production of advanced semiconductors. For more information, visit the company's website at https://www.asml.com.