Dutch company ASML is $300bn from a trillion. AI could close the gap

ASML, the Dutch maker of advanced chip lithography machines, is valued at $700bn and aims to become Europe's first trillion-dollar company. Driven by AI demand, it is increasing production and shortening assembly times, with a strong order book extending into 2027. Analysts see a realistic chance for ASML to reach a $1 trillion valuation as it expands sales and maintains a monopoly in EUV lithography technology.