Tenable Holdings Inc (TENB)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TENB
Tenable Holdings Inc
$30.11
-5.99%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.15B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$433.24
-3.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 425422% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $1.04B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 0.7%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
TENB
Hold41
out of 100
Grade: D
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+55.6%
Fair Value
$50.74
Current Price
$30.11
$20.63 discount
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$889.36
Current Price
$433.24
$456.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
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
Trading at 16.7x book value
0.0% earnings growth
0.7% margin — thin
Operating margin of 4.8%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TENB
PEG of 1.28 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 : TENB
The primary concerns for TENB are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. A P/E of 627.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Debt-to-equity of 2.12 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TENB profiles as a value 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 41/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. TENB offers better value entry with a 55.6% 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.
Tenable Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Tenable Holdings, Inc. offers cyber exposure solutions in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and Japan. The company is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.
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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