Trio-Tech International (TRT)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TRT
Trio-Tech International
$12.62
-6.17%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $134.71M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$397.67
+0.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 8338116% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $49.22M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -0.2%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TRT
Avoid30
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+5.0%
Fair Value
$6.24
Current Price
$12.62
$6.38 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.4%
Fair Value
$1396.69
Current Price
$397.67
$999.02 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 81.6% 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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 0.3% — below average capital efficiency
Operating margin of 0.6%
Earnings declined 75.5%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 60.8x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TRT
The strongest argument for TRT centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 81.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : TRT
The primary concerns for TRT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Operating Margin.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TRT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TRT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.99 — expect wider price swings.
TRT is growing revenue faster at 81.6% — 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 30/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Trio-Tech International
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Trio-Tech International provides manufacturing, testing and distribution services to the semiconductor industry. The company is headquartered in Van Nuys, California.
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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