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Statement relating to recent book publication

Announcement - Veldhoven, The Netherlands, November 20, 2025

  • ASML is aware of the publication of a new Dutch book focused on the company which has been covered in news media. ASML does not endorse this book.
  • Prior to publication of the book, we confirmed in writing to the authors that statements made in the book are highly inaccurate and damaging to our reputation, reserving our right to take any further action.
  • Any reference relating to an offer made by ASML to any government to act on their behalf is not only factually incorrect but significantly misleading, as is any claim that ASML would or did consciously and willingly break any agreement with the Dutch, the US or any other government.
  • ASML abides by all laws and regulations applicable to its business activities, and operates within the remit of any relevant export control regulations.

About ASML

ASML is a leading supplier to the semiconductor industry. The company provides chipmakers with hardware, software, and services to mass produce the patterns of integrated circuits (microchips). Together with its partners, ASML drives the advancement of more affordable, more powerful, more energy-efficient microchips. ASML enables groundbreaking technology to solve some of humanity's toughest challenges, such as in healthcare, energy use and conservation, mobility, and agriculture. ASML is a multinational company headquartered in Veldhoven, the Netherlands, with offices across EMEA, the US, and Asia. Every day, ASML’s more than 44,000 employees (FTE) challenge the status quo and push technology to new limits. ASML is traded on Euronext Amsterdam and NASDAQ under the symbol ASML. Discover ASML – our products, technology, and career opportunities – at www.asml.com

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