Cirrus Logic Inc (CRUS)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
CRUS
Cirrus Logic Inc
$113.08
-1.04%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.67B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$439.51
-1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 241131% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $2.05B). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs 21.0%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
CRUS
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-69.3%
Fair Value
$83.39
Current Price
$113.08
$29.69 premium
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$979.05
Current Price
$439.51
$539.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.9% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Keeps 51 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.7%
Revenue surging 50.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Trading at 83.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CRUS
The strongest argument for CRUS centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at 18.4%. Revenue growth of 12.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TSM
The strongest argument for TSM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 51.1% and operating margin at 58.7%. Revenue growth of 50.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CRUS
The primary concerns for CRUS are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CRUS profiles as a mature stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 50.9% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (510.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Cirrus Logic Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Cirrus Logic, Inc., a factory-less semiconductor company, offers high-precision, low-power mixed signal processing solutions in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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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