T-Mobile US Inc (TMUS)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TMUS
T-Mobile US Inc
$193.63
-0.29%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $210.16B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$411.68
-0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 4433% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $90.53B). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 11.7%. TMUS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TMUS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-65.0%
Fair Value
$134.49
Current Price
$193.63
$59.14 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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Growing faster than its price suggests
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
Generating 4.6B in free cash flow
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
Earnings declined 12.0%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 62.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TMUS
The strongest argument for TMUS centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 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 : TMUS
The primary concerns for TMUS are Debt/Equity, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TMUS profiles as a value stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 35.1% — 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 62/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "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.
T-Mobile US Inc
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
T-Mobile US, Inc., doing business under the global brand name T-Mobile, is an American wireless network operator. Its headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area and Overland Park, Kansas, in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
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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