ASML Reports Record Q4 2024 Earnings, Positive 2025 Outlook
ASML Holding NV (ASML), the global leader in semiconductor lithography equipment, has announced record-breaking financial results for Q4 2024 and the full year, driven by robust demand for advanced chipmaking tools.
Q4-2024 Highlights
Revenue: €9.3 billion (+28% YoY), exceeding expectations.
Gross Margin: 51.7%, above the forecasted 49.6%.
Net Income: €2.7 billion, with EPS of €6.85 (+31.5% YoY).
Net Bookings: €7.1 billion, including €3.0 billion from EUV systems.
Lithography Systems Sold: 132 units (+6.5% YoY).
Full-Year 2024 Performance
Revenue: €28.3 billion (+2.6% YoY).
Gross Margin: 51.3%.
Net Income: €7.6 billion.
EUV System Sales: €8.3 billion (44 units sold, -9% YoY).
Q1 2025 Guidance
Revenue: €7.5–€8.0 billion (+46.5% YoY).
Gross Margin: 52%–53%.
R&D Expense: €1.14 billion (+9.5% YoY).
SG&A Expense: €290 million.
FY 2025 Outlook
Revenue: €30–€35 billion.
Gross Margin: 51%–53%.
Dividend Proposal: €6.40/share (+4.9%).
CEO Commentary
CEO Christophe Fouquet emphasized AI-driven growth as a key industry driver while acknowledging shifting market dynamics among customers. He highlighted ASML’s leadership in High NA EUV systems and its confidence in achieving long-term growth targets.
Shareholder Returns
ASML returned €3 billion to shareholders in 2024 through dividends and buybacks, with a proposed final dividend of €1.84/share.
ASML’s strong results reflect its critical role in enabling advanced semiconductor manufacturing amid rising AI demand, positioning it for continued success in 2025 and beyond.
