# ASML Q3 Profits Surge to 5 Billion Euros on AI Boom October 15, 2026 at 04:05 PM > ASML reports record Q3 2026 growth driven by high EUV system demand and plans production expansion as order books fill through 2028. **ASML** reported a surge in third-quarter 2026 performance, with revenue hitting 11.7 billion euros and profits rising to 5 billion euros. Driven by the AI boom, the firm sold 17 **EUV systems** and saw a significant increase in classic **DUV scanner** sales volume. CEO **Christophe Fouquet** confirmed ASML is fully booked for 2027 and 2028, leading to plans to expand production capacity beyond the initial 30 percent target. While EUV exports to **China** remain restricted, Installed Base Management revenue reached 3.3 billion. The outlook remains strong with a Q4 revenue forecast of 15.2 billion euros and a 57 percent margin. Total 2026 revenue is expected to hit 45 billion euros, as EUV solution sales grow by 45 percent and customers prepare to place orders for 2029 and 2030. #ASML [#Semiconductors]() [#ArtificialIntelligence]() #EUV #TechEarnings ## Related news ## [AI Demand Triggers Global Circuit Board Shortage]() October 28, 2026 at 04:33 PM ## [TSMC Eyes 20% Price Hike for CoWoS Packaging]() October 27, 2026 at 01:59 PM ## [Langdao Silex Debuts 15W EUV Light Source]() October 16, 2026 at 03:44 PM ## [Samsung Develops New AI-Specific NAND Storage]() October 13, 2026 at 01:43 PM ## [Samsung Q3 Profit Surges 782% to Record High]() October 8, 2026 at 01:43 PM