Ford Motor Company (F)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
F
Ford Motor Company
$11.67
-1.44%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $47.24B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$347.75
+1.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.71T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 1934% more annual revenue ($3.81T vs $187.27B). TSM leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs -4.4%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.17. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
F
Hold47
out of 100
Grade: D+
TSM
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for F.
Margin of Safety
+20.3%
Fair Value
$483.91
Current Price
$347.75
$136.16 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.1B in free cash flow
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 53.9%
Generating 388.2B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
1.7% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -20.2% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 52.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : F
The strongest argument for F centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bull Case : TSM
The strongest argument for TSM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 45.1% and operating margin at 53.9%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : F
The primary concerns for F are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 4.66 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
F profiles as a turnaround stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
F carries more volatility with a beta of 1.67 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 20.5% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (388.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (82/100 vs 47/100), backed by strong 45.1% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ford Motor Company
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · AUTO MANUFACTURERS · USA
Ford Motor Company, commonly known as Ford, is an American multinational automaker that has its main headquarters in Dearborn, Michigan.
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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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