SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SOUN
SoundHound AI Inc
$4.22
-3.21%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.97B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$406.13
-5.95%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 2433373% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $203.20M). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs -67.4%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
SOUN
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.3%
Fair Value
$8.59
Current Price
$4.22
$4.37 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$979.05
Current Price
$406.13
$572.92 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 45.0% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -36.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Trading at 77.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOUN
The strongest argument for SOUN centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 45.0% 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 51.1% and operating margin at 58.7%. Revenue growth of 50.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : SOUN
The primary concerns for SOUN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SOUN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SOUN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.86 — 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 28/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
SoundHound AI Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SoundHound AI, Inc. develops an independent voice artificial intelligence (AI) platform that enables businesses in all industries to deliver high-quality conversational experiences to their customers. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, 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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