Intchains Group Limited American Depositary Shares (ICG)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
ICG
Intchains Group Limited American Depositary Shares
$0.86
-8.62%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $50.40M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+0.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 1858014% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $220.86M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -21.5%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
ICG
Hold39
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ICG.
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$839.44
Current Price
$415.17
$424.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 2219.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Revenue surging 35.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -14.9% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 51.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ICG
The strongest argument for ICG centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Debt/Equity.
Bull Case : TSM
The strongest argument for TSM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 46.5% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ICG
The primary concerns for ICG are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ICG profiles as a turnaround 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 35.1% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (377.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 39/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% 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.
Intchains Group Limited American Depositary Shares
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · China
Intchains Group Limited provides application-specific integrated circuit chips and ancillary software and hardware for blockchain applications in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Pudong, China.
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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