Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc (BR)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
BR
Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc
$174.40
+3.97%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $19.50B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$433.24
-3.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 59290% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $7.48B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 15.0%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
BR
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-20.1%
Fair Value
$139.57
Current Price
$174.40
$34.83 premium
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$889.36
Current Price
$433.24
$456.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 40 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 24.6%
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.3%
Revenue surging 36.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 77.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : BR
The strongest argument for BR centers on Return on Equity, P/E Ratio, Operating Margin.
Bull Case : TSM
The strongest argument for TSM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : BR
The primary concerns for BR are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
BR profiles as a value stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 36.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc
TECHNOLOGY · INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES · USA
Broadridge Financial Solutions is a public corporate services company founded in 2007 as a spin-off from Automatic Data Processing. The main business of Broadridge is as a service provider supplying public companies with proxy statements, annual reports and other financial documents, and shareholder communications solutions, such as virtual annual meetings.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Limited is a Taiwanese multinational semiconductor contract manufacturing and design company. It is one of Taiwan's largest companies, the world's most valuable semiconductor company, and the world's largest dedicated independent (pure-play) semiconductor foundry, with its headquarters and main operations located in the Hsinchu Science Park in Hsinchu, Taiwan. It is majority owned by foreign investors.
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