Any concerns about a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure spending were put to rest by one of the most important semiconductor companies in the world — ASML Holding (NASDAQ: ASML) — when it released its second-quarter results on July 15.
ASML’s revenue and earnings blew past Wall Street’s expectations
It also raised its full-year guidance. This terrific performance shouldn’t come as a surprise considering the Dutch company’s critical role in the global semiconductor market. ASML stock, which has already jumped nearly 50% in 2026, is now poised for stronger gains.
Let’s take a look at a simple reason why investors should consider buying this semiconductor stock following its solid Q2 report. Aggressive spending on chipmaking infrastructure will boost ASML’s growth ASML reported Q2 revenue of 9.3 billion euros and net income of 2.92 billion euros. Analysts would have settled for net income of 2.62 billion euros on revenue of 8.8 billion euros.