SPS Commerce Inc (SPSC)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SPSC
SPS Commerce Inc
$82.99
-3.25%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $3.08B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$431.81
-5.95%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 640012% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $772.49M). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs 10.1%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
SPSC
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.8%
Fair Value
$235.04
Current Price
$82.99
$152.05 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$979.05
Current Price
$431.81
$547.24 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Earnings declined 63.9%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 82.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SPSC
The strongest argument for SPSC centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score.
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 : SPSC
The primary concerns for SPSC are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth. A P/E of 41.8x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SPSC profiles as a value stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.24 — 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 46/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. SPSC offers better value entry with a 70.8% 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.
SPS Commerce Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SPS Commerce, Inc. provides cloud-based supply chain management solutions globally. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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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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