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ASML (ASML) Stock Drops 5% Amid China Export Bans Impact

ASML (ASML) shares fell 5% as the company's China segment contributed 19% to net system sales in Q1 2026, down from 36% in the previous quarter. The decline is attributed to export bans affecting advanced machinery. Despite this, ASML raised its full-year sales forecast to €36 billion-€40 billion ($42.46 billion-$47.18 billion) from a previous range of €34 billion-€39 billion. Additionally, Q2 guidance of €8.4 billion to €9 billion slightly missed Wall Street's expectation of €9.07 billion, highlighting mixed market signals amidst a strong annual performance of 35% in stock price.