Shoals Technologies Group Inc (SHLS)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SHLS
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
$7.56
+1.14%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.21B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$439.51
-1.79%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 840772% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $588.06M). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs 5.4%. SHLS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.54. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
SHLS
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.1%
Fair Value
$19.63
Current Price
$7.56
$12.07 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$979.05
Current Price
$439.51
$539.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 47.4% year-over-year
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Keeps 51 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.7%
Revenue surging 50.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.7% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 5.8% — below average capital efficiency
5.4% margin — thin
Moderate valuation
Trading at 83.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SHLS
The strongest argument for SHLS centers on Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 47.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.54 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 51.1% and operating margin at 58.7%. Revenue growth of 50.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SHLS
The primary concerns for SHLS are P/E Ratio, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SHLS profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SHLS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.85 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 50.9% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (510.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. SHLS offers better value entry with a 50.1% 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.
Shoals Technologies Group Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOLAR · USA
Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. provides Electric Balance System (EBOS) solutions for solar energy projects in the United States. The company is headquartered in Portland, Tennessee.
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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