Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)vsTTM Technologies Inc (TTMI)
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$433.24
-3.38%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22T
TTMI
TTM Technologies Inc
$126.44
+3.35%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $13.63B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 131389% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $3.38B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 7.0%. TTMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.36. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
TTMI
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$889.36
Current Price
$433.24
$456.12 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 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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 37.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 92.5% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.6x book value
7.0% margin — thin
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TTMI
The strongest argument for TTMI centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 37.4% 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 Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 58.3x 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 2.15 — expect wider price swings.
TTMI is growing revenue faster at 37.4% — 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 65/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% 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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