ASML's Nickl Sees Profitability Growing Significantly

The transcript discusses the company's strong market performance and positive outlook for 2018, despite a slight dip in first-quarter revenue guidance due to high demand in the previous quarter. The Intel security flaw is deemed to have no impact on the business. Currency fluctuations are managed effectively, and the company benefits from global semiconductor growth. The demand for EUV machines is high, with plans to double shipments in 2018, and the company is optimistic about achieving or exceeding its 2020 revenue targets.

What was the percentage increase in revenue for the company last year?

• 50%

• 40%

• 33%

• 25%

How did the company respond to the Intel security flaw?

• They anticipated a slight impact on demand.

• They planned to change their product line.

• They saw no impact on their business.

• They expected a major impact on their business.

What is the company's approach to handling currency fluctuations?

• They do not hedge at all.

• They are highly sensitive to currency changes.

• They rely on currency speculation.

• They hedge using forward contracts.

What is the expected growth rate for the semiconductor industry according to the transcript?

• 2-3%

• 5-7%

• 4-5%

• 8-10%

How many EUV systems does the company plan to ship in 2018?

• 30

• 22

• 15

• 10

What is the company's revenue target range for 2020?

• Above 18 billion

• Below 10 billion

• 10-14 billion

• 14-18 billion

What factor is driving the company's confidence in achieving its 2020 targets?

• Decline in semiconductor demand

• Adoption of EUV technology

• Currency fluctuations

• Increased competition