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Nextracker Inc. Class A Common Stock (NXT)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)

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Smart Verdict

WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 105613% more annual revenue ($3.81T vs $3.60B). TSM leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs 16.4%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).

NXT

Buy

62

out of 100

Grade: C+

Growth: 7.0Profit: 8.5Value: 2.7Quality: 5.8

TSM

Exceptional Buy

82

out of 100

Grade: A-

Growth: 8.7Profit: 10.0Value: 6.0Quality: 9.0
Piotroski: 6/9Altman Z: 3.86
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Intrinsic Value Comparison

Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula

NXTSignificantly Overvalued (-57.4%)

Margin of Safety

-57.4%

Fair Value

$76.20

Current Price

$120.03

$43.83 premium

UndervaluedFair: $76.20Overvalued
TSMUndervalued (+20.4%)

Margin of Safety

+20.4%

Fair Value

$484.85

Current Price

$326.74

$158.11 discount

UndervaluedFair: $484.85Overvalued

Key Strengths & Concerns

Side-by-side fundamental analysis

Key Strengths

NXT2 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
Return on EquityProfitability
33.2%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit

Revenue GrowthGrowth
33.9%10/10

Revenue surging 33.9% year-over-year

TSM6 strengths · Avg: 10.0/10
Market CapQuality
$1.69T10/10

Mega-cap, among the largest globally

Return on EquityProfitability
35.1%10/10

Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit

Profit MarginProfitability
45.1%10/10

Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit

Operating MarginProfitability
53.9%10/10

Strong operational efficiency at 53.9%

Free Cash FlowQuality
$388.17B10/10

Generating 388.2B in free cash flow

Altman Z-ScoreHealth
3.8610/10

Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk

Areas to Watch

NXT3 concerns · Avg: 3.3/10
P/E RatioValuation
30.6x4/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

Price/BookValuation
8.3x4/10

Trading at 8.3x book value

PEG RatioValuation
3.042/10

Expensive relative to growth rate

TSM2 concerns · Avg: 3.0/10
P/E RatioValuation
31.5x4/10

Premium valuation, high expectations priced in

Price/BookValuation
50.0x2/10

Trading at 50.0x book value

Comparative Analysis Report

WallStSmart Research

Bull Case : NXT

The strongest argument for NXT centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 16.4% and operating margin at 19.4%. Revenue growth of 33.9% 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 45.1% and operating margin at 53.9%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.

Bear Case : NXT

The primary concerns for NXT are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.

Bear Case : TSM

The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.

Key Dynamics to Monitor

NXT carries more volatility with a beta of 2.42 — expect wider price swings.

NXT is growing revenue faster at 33.9% — sustainability is the question.

TSM generates stronger free cash flow (388.2B), providing more financial flexibility.

Monitor SOLAR industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.

Bottom Line

TSM scores higher overall (82/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 45.1% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "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.

Nextracker Inc. Class A Common Stock

TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA

Nextracker Inc., an energy solutions company, provides solar tracker solutions for PV projects. The company is headquartered in Fremont, California.

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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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