Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)vsEnergous Corporation (WATT)
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$413.35
-1.90%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.95T
WATT
Energous Corporation
$8.74
-2.78%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $41.65M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 47169766% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $10.48M). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs -76.4%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
WATT
Hold36
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+60.2%
Fair Value
$976.07
Current Price
$413.35
$562.72 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WATT.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Keeps 51 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.7%
Revenue surging 50.9% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 68.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 216.8% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Trading at 78.9x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -18.4% — below average capital efficiency
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 51.1% and operating margin at 58.7%. Revenue growth of 50.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WATT
The strongest argument for WATT centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 216.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are Price/Book.
Bear Case : WATT
The primary concerns for WATT are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSM profiles as a growth stock while WATT is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WATT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.61 — expect wider price swings.
WATT is growing revenue faster at 216.8% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (510.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 36/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" 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 · COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT · USA
Energous Corporation develops wireless charging solutions. The company is headquartered in San Jose, California.
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