Teradata Corp (TDC)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TDC
Teradata Corp
$27.39
+1.65%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.88B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$420.04
+0.44%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.09T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 262807% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $1.69B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 24.9%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.91. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
TDC
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-46.7%
Fair Value
$25.82
Current Price
$27.39
$1.57 premium
Margin of Safety
+55.0%
Fair Value
$897.55
Current Price
$420.04
$477.51 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 76 in profit
Earnings expanding 671.0% YoY
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 87.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TDC
The strongest argument for TDC centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 24.9% and operating margin at 19.1%.
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 : TDC
The primary concerns for TDC are PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TDC profiles as a mature 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 (86/100 vs 67/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. 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.
Teradata Corp
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Teradata Corporation is a provider of hybrid cloud analytics software. The company is headquartered in San Diego, 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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