ASML: Intel is a Double-Edged Sword

The Dutch lithography juggernaut ASML (Nasdaq: ASML) has been one of the semiconductor industry's best performing stocks of the past decade. Yet its high-flying shares have sold off 33% in the past three months, perhaps due to its underwhelming forward guidance that could indicate slowing demand. ASML has looked to Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) for much of its growth this past year. Intel has been all-in on expanding its foundry group and aggressively placed orders for six of ASML's latest-and-greatest EUV machines last year. That was a huge sign of confidence, and ASML's shares shot up 50% during the first half of 2024. Yet now facing a cash-crunch, Intel is delaying its new $30 billion Germany fab and is pushing out many of its previously-expected orders. That caused ASML to pull back on its fiscal year forecast and to suffer the wrath of a displeased and suddenly-very-grumpy market. With ASML regain the confidence of investors? Will Intel be an opportunity or a liability going forward? 7investing CEO Simon Erickson shares his thoughts in today's podcast. Would you like to see all of 7investing's stock market recommendations and monthly Best Buys? Learn more about how you can take our service for a 7-day free trial at 7investing.com/subscribe.