Sunrun Inc (RUN)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
RUN
Sunrun Inc
$12.60
+1.61%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.95B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$326.74
+0.19%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.69T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 128715% more annual revenue ($3.81T vs $2.96B). TSM leads profitability with a 45.1% profit margin vs 15.2%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.16. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
RUN
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
TSM
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.1%
Fair Value
$80.03
Current Price
$12.60
$67.43 discount
Margin of Safety
+20.4%
Fair Value
$484.85
Current Price
$326.74
$158.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 123.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 95.7% YoY
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 45 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 53.9%
Generating 388.2B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -22.1% — below average capital efficiency
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 50.0x 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 15.2% and operating margin at 8.4%. Revenue growth of 123.5% 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 45.1% and operating margin at 53.9%. Revenue growth of 20.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : RUN
The primary concerns for RUN are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 4.93 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 2.46 — expect wider price swings.
RUN is growing revenue faster at 123.5% — 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 72/100), backed by strong 45.1% margins and 20.5% revenue growth. RUN offers better value entry with a 76.1% 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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