From The Motley Fool · Harsh Chauhan · · 1m
ASML Stock Split Watch
ASML may split shares to boost retail demand as AI chip demand surges.
In brief
ASML may split shares to boost retail demand as AI chip demand surges. ASML could split shares to make stock more accessible amid strong AI chip demand growth. Originally reported by The Motley Fool.
ASML stock underperforms
ASML shares have underperformed the semiconductor sector over three years despite a 189% jump in stock price.
ASML stock price high
ASML trades at over $1,600 per share, making it less accessible to retail investors.
Stock split could boost demand
A forward stock split would reduce the price per share to around $160, potentially increasing retail investor interest.
AI chip demand growth
ASML sold 113 new lithography systems last quarter, up from 66 in the year-ago period.
ASML revenue growth
ASML reported 11.66 billion euros in revenue, a 55% year-over-year increase from the previous year.
ASML growth outlook
ASML expects 30% higher chipmaking capacity in 2027 and sustained growth through 2030.
The essence
ASML could split shares to make stock more accessible amid strong AI chip demand growth.
