Universal Display (OLED)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
OLED
Universal Display
$80.16
-2.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.81B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$374.67
+7.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.07T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 708627% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $626.54M). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 34.1%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
OLED
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$343.56
Current Price
$80.16
$263.40 discount
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$897.55
Current Price
$374.67
$522.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.3%
Revenue surging 36.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 77.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 14.5%
Earnings declined 43.7%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 85.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OLED
The strongest argument for OLED centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 34.1% and operating margin at 30.1%. PEG of 1.23 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : TSM
The strongest argument for TSM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : OLED
The primary concerns for OLED are Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OLED profiles as a declining stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
OLED carries more volatility with a beta of 1.54 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 36.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. OLED offers better value entry with a 61.5% margin of safety. 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.
Universal Display
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
Universal Display Corporation is dedicated to the research, development and commercialization of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technologies and materials for use in solid-state lighting and display applications. The company is headquartered in Ewing, New Jersey.
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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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