Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)vsTTM Technologies Inc (TTMI)
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+4.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
TTMI
TTM Technologies Inc
$167.62
-9.32%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $20.15B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 132128% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $3.10B). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 6.3%. TTMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
TTMI
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$839.44
Current Price
$415.17
$424.27 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TTMI.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 30.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 51.6% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Trading at 9.5x book value
6.3% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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.
Bull Case : TTMI
The strongest argument for TTMI centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 30.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.36 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TTMI
The primary concerns for TTMI are Price/Book, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 105.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSM profiles as a growth stock while TTMI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TTMI carries more volatility with a beta of 2.11 — 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 63/100), 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.
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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TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS · USA
TTM Technologies, Inc., manufactures and sells printed circuit boards (PCBs) worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santa Ana, California.
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