Pagerduty Inc (PD)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
PD
Pagerduty Inc
$14.09
+2.47%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.07B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$433.24
+1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 897453% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $494.73M). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 37.5%. PD trades at a lower P/E of 6.7x. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
PD
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+81.2%
Fair Value
$37.79
Current Price
$14.09
$23.70 discount
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$889.36
Current Price
$433.24
$456.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Keeps 38 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
0.8% revenue growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 40.0%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PD
The strongest argument for PD centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 37.5% and operating margin at 8.2%.
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 : PD
The primary concerns for PD are Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.78 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
PD profiles as a value 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 36.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. PD offers better value entry with a 81.2% margin of safety. 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.
Pagerduty Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
PagerDuty, Inc. operates a digital operations management platform in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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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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