Taoping Inc (TAOP)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TAOP
Taoping Inc
$0.70
-4.11%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $12.20M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$374.67
+7.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.07T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 14409364% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $30.82M). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs -32.7%. TAOP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.10. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TAOP
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TAOP.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -56.8% — below average capital efficiency
Moderate valuation
Trading at 85.2x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TAOP
The strongest argument for TAOP centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 0.10 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 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TAOP
The primary concerns for TAOP are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TAOP profiles as a turnaround stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 36.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 41/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. 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.
Taoping Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · China
Taoping Inc. provides cloud-based platforms, resource sharing, and big data solutions for Chinese new media industries, educational residential community management, and elevator Internet of Things (IoT) in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Shenzhen, the People's Republic of China.
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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