Taseko Mines Ltd (TGB)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TGB
Taseko Mines Ltd
$7.49
+3.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.65B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$411.68
-0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 609779% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $672.90M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -4.5%. TGB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.33. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TGB
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-17.4%
Fair Value
$7.11
Current Price
$7.49
$0.38 premium
Margin of Safety
+72.3%
Fair Value
$1394.10
Current Price
$411.68
$982.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 45.3% year-over-year
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Revenue surging 35.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -4.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 45.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 62.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TGB
The strongest argument for TGB centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 45.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.33 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 46.5% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TGB
The primary concerns for TGB are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity. Debt-to-equity of 1.58 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TGB profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TGB carries more volatility with a beta of 2.02 — expect wider price swings.
TGB is growing revenue faster at 45.3% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (377.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% 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.
Taseko Mines Ltd
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Taseko Mines Limited, a mining company, acquires, develops and operates mineral properties. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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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