Key Takeaways ASML shares down 9.5% after Q2 earnings despite 23.2% revenue growth and 47.1% EPS surge. Weaker Q3 outlook and uncertain 2026 growth due to customer hesitation drove negative sentiment. ASML's EUV dominance and AI-driven chip demand continue to support its long-term growth story.ASML Holding (ASML) shares have dropped 9.5% since the company reported its second-quarter 2025 results on July 16. ASML net sales grew 23.2% year over year to €7.69 billion, while EPS surged 47.1% to €5.90.Converte ...

An updated edition of the March 12, 2025, article.In the business world, the concept of a wide moat refers to companies with strong, durable competitive advantages that protect them from rivals, much like a moat defends a castle. First popularized by Warren Buffett, this strategy emphasizes investing in businesses that can sustain superior profitability over the long term due to their unique positioning, strong brand loyalty, cost advantages, network effects, or regulatory barriers. Among the companies that ...