Nomura Holdings Inc ADR (NMR)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
NMR
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
$8.41
-2.77%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $25.46B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+4.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 89% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $2.17T). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 16.7%. NMR appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.82. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
NMR
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NMR.
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 27.5% year-over-year
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
4.5% earnings growth
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NMR
The strongest argument for NMR centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.7% and operating margin at 18.7%. Revenue growth of 27.5% 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 46.5% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : NMR
The primary concerns for NMR are EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.67 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
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.
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Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 70/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% 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.
Nomura Holdings Inc ADR
FINANCIAL SERVICES · CAPITAL MARKETS · USA
Nomura Holdings, Inc. provides various financial services to individuals, corporations, financial institutions, governments, and government agencies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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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