ASML Says It Sold Nothing in Europe in 2026, Calls on EU to Create Demand

ASML says it recorded no sales in Europe during 2026 and is urging the European Union to help create demand for advanced semiconductor equipment. The lithography giant warned that weak regional investment could undermine Europe’s role in the global chip industry and reduce incentives for future capacity. The company is seeking policies that encourage chip manufacturing, research, and strategic technology investment. EU officials must balance industrial support with competition rules, public funding limits, and the need to strengthen supply-chain resilience.