ASML Trading Volume Drops 54.3% Ranking 134th Despite 1.32% Stock Price Increase

On June 2, 2025, ASML's trading volume was 6.01 billion, a 54.3% decrease from the previous day, ranking 134th in the day's stock market. ASML's stock price rose by 1.32%.

ASML has a near monopoly on advanced lithography, which is the ability to print smaller and smaller patterns on a silicon wafer. This technology is crucial for the production of semiconductor chips, making ASML a key player in the industry.

ASML recently reported transactions under its current share buyback program. The company repurchased a significant number of shares between May 26 and May 30, 2025, with the total repurchased value amounting to over €60 million. This buyback program, announced on November 10, 2022, is part of ASML's strategy to return value to shareholders and manage its share capital efficiently.

ASML's technology is essential for laying the microscopic traces on a chip, a process that no other company can replicate. This monopoly on the process positions ASML as a critical supplier in the semiconductor industry, particularly as demand for advanced chips continues to grow.

ASML's shares currently have a short interest ratio of 2.0, indicating a level of bearish sentiment among some investors. However, the company's dominant position in the lithography market and its ongoing share buyback program suggest a strong commitment to maintaining shareholder value.