Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)vsTwilio Inc (TWLO)
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$433.24
+1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22T
TWLO
Twilio Inc
$227.35
-1.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $35.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 79588% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $5.57B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 20.6%. TWLO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.41. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
TWLO
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$889.36
Current Price
$433.24
$456.12 discount
Margin of Safety
+40.0%
Fair Value
$246.60
Current Price
$227.35
$19.25 discount
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
Earnings expanding 4672.0% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 22.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.6x book value
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 : TWLO
The strongest argument for TWLO centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.6% and operating margin at 7.8%. Revenue growth of 22.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : TWLO
The primary concerns for TWLO are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TWLO carries more volatility with a beta of 1.38 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 36.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% revenue growth. TWLO offers better value entry with a 40.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Visit Website →Twilio Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Twilio Inc. provides a cloud communications platform that enables developers to build, scale, and operate customer engagement within software applications in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.
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