ASML.AS is trading 4.6% down at $1641.60 as investors lock in gains following a powerful multi-day rally that pushed the stock to record levels.
- The recent surge was driven by news of South Koreaβs massive 800 trillion won ($518 billion) semiconductor investment plan, which significantly boosted sentiment toward leading chip-equipment suppliers.
- Traders are currently taking profits after the stock reached all-time highs during the previous sessions.