ASML Shares Face Sudden Market Pressure

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A dramatic sell-off on Thursday shattered the previous calm surrounding ASML’s stock, which had been viewed as a stable portfolio component throughout 2025. The steep decline has jolted investors, raising critical questions about whether this represents temporary panic over interest rate policy or signals the beginning of a broader technology sector correction.

The current market turbulence stems not from company-specific operational developments but from shifting macroeconomic conditions. Recent commentary from the U.S. Federal Reserve has diminished expectations for imminent rate cuts, sparking a widespread retreat from technology equities. Growth-oriented companies like ASML traditionally face disproportionate pressure when borrowing costs remain elevated for extended periods.