Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock (CBRS)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
CBRS
Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock
$182.15
+2.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $44.05B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$417.69
+2.30%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.16T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 652268% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $680.67M). TSM leads profitability with a 49.9% profit margin vs -75.3%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
CBRS
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CBRS.
Margin of Safety
+53.2%
Fair Value
$892.06
Current Price
$417.69
$474.37 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 74.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -5.6% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 85.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CBRS
The strongest argument for CBRS centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 74.3% 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 : CBRS
The primary concerns for CBRS are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CBRS profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CBRS is growing revenue faster at 74.3% — 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 38/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% 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.
Cerebras Systems Inc. Class A Common Stock
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Cerebras Systems Inc. designs and develops processors for artificial intelligence (AI) training and inference in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.
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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