Sunrun Inc (RUN)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
RUN
Sunrun Inc
$9.47
-1.66%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.73B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$374.67
+7.59%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.07T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 139760% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $3.17B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 17.9%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
RUN
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.8%
Fair Value
$38.92
Current Price
$9.47
$29.45 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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 43.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 214.4% YoY
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of -6.0%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 85.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : RUN
The strongest argument for RUN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 17.9% and operating margin at -6.0%. Revenue growth of 43.2% 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 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RUN
The primary concerns for RUN are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.45 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
RUN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.32 — expect wider price swings.
RUN is growing revenue faster at 43.2% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOLAR industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. RUN offers better value entry with a 50.8% margin of safety. 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.
Sunrun Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Sunrun Inc. is dedicated to the design, development, installation, sale, ownership and maintenance of residential solar energy systems in the United States. 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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