Avnet Inc (AVT)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
AVT
Avnet Inc
$99.63
+7.16%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $7.53B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$433.24
+1.22%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.22T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 15970% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $27.63B). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs 1.2%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.79. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
AVT
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-39.8%
Fair Value
$47.44
Current Price
$99.63
$52.19 premium
Margin of Safety
+50.6%
Fair Value
$889.36
Current Price
$433.24
$456.12 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 47.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1969.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Areas to Watch
ROE of 4.3% — below average capital efficiency
1.2% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.9%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 88.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : AVT
The strongest argument for AVT centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 47.7% 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 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : AVT
The primary concerns for AVT are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 1.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
AVT profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
AVT is growing revenue faster at 47.7% — 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 "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.
Avnet Inc
TECHNOLOGY · ELECTRONICS & COMPUTER DISTRIBUTION · USA
Avnet, Inc., a technology solutions company, markets, sells and distributes electronic components. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.
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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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