ASML lifts sales guidance on surging demand for AI.
Chipmaking equipment maker ASML on Wednesday lifted guidance for 2026 sales as it reported stronger-than-expected first quarter earnings on the back of surging demand for artificial intelligence.
ASML Holding
15 April 2026 08:13:14
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"Demand for chips is outpacing supply. In response, our customers are accelerating their capacity expansion plans for 2026 and beyond. In response our customers have increased their expected short- and medium-term demand for our products," said CEO Christophe Fouquet.
“The semiconductor industry’s growth outlook continues to solidify, driven by ongoing AI-related infrastructure investments.”
ASML now expects sales of €36bn - €40bn compared with prior guidance of €34bn - €39bn. First-quarter net profit was €2.76bn, up from €2.36bn year on year.
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