MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc (MTSI)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
MTSI
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
$245.04
+3.29%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.80B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$347.75
+1.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.71T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 373063% more annual revenue ($3.81T vs $1.02B). TSM leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs 15.9%. MTSI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.83. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
MTSI
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-129.1%
Fair Value
$103.43
Current Price
$245.04
$141.61 premium
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
Earnings expanding 54.4% YoY
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 24.5% year-over-year
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
Trading at 13.6x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 52.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MTSI
The strongest argument for MTSI centers on EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.9% and operating margin at 15.9%. Revenue growth of 24.5% 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 45.1% and operating margin at 53.9%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : MTSI
The primary concerns for MTSI are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 107.3x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MTSI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.46 — expect wider price swings.
MTSI is growing revenue faster at 24.5% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (388.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (82/100 vs 66/100), backed by strong 45.1% margins and 20.5% 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.
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
MACOM Technology Solutions Holdings, Inc. designs and manufactures analog semiconductor solutions for use in wired and wireless applications in the radio frequency (RF), microwave, millimeter wave and light wave spectrum in the United States, China, Asia Pacific and internationally. . . The company is headquartered in Lowell, Massachusetts.
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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