Cadence Design Systems Inc (CDNS)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
CDNS
Cadence Design Systems Inc
$364.20
+0.41%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $98.44B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$404.54
-1.73%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.14T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 74130% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $5.53B). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 21.2%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.28. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
CDNS
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for CDNS.
Margin of Safety
+72.3%
Fair Value
$1391.51
Current Price
$404.54
$986.97 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 29.7%
18.7% revenue growth
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 36 in profit
Keeps 47 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 58.1%
Revenue surging 35.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 58.4% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 15.1x book value
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 61.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CDNS
The strongest argument for CDNS centers on Altman Z-Score, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.2% and operating margin at 29.7%. Revenue growth of 18.7% 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 46.5% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : CDNS
The primary concerns for CDNS are Price/Book, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 83.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 35.1% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (377.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor SOFTWARE - APPLICATION industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% 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.
Cadence Design Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
Cadence Design Systems, Inc., headquartered in San Jose, California, is an American multinational computational software company. The company produces software, hardware and silicon structures for designing integrated circuits, systems on chips (SoCs) and printed circuit boards.
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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