Fortinet Inc (FTNT)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
FTNT
Fortinet Inc
$118.84
-3.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $99.98B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$353.10
+6.33%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 62644% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $7.88B). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs 29.0%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
FTNT
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B+
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+52.5%
Fair Value
$286.50
Current Price
$118.84
$167.66 discount
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$979.05
Current Price
$353.10
$625.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 137 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 33.8%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 20.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 38.7% YoY
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
Areas to Watch
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 38.8x book value
Moderate valuation
Trading at 67.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FTNT
The strongest argument for FTNT centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.0% and operating margin at 33.8%. Revenue growth of 20.5% 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 51.1% and operating margin at 58.7%. Revenue growth of 50.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FTNT
The primary concerns for FTNT are Altman Z-Score, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. A P/E of 44.5x 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 1.24 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 50.9% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (510.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 75/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. FTNT offers better value entry with a 52.5% 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.
Fortinet Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Fortinet (Nasdaq: FTNT) is an American multinational corporation headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. It develops and sells cybersecurity solutions, including but not limited to physical products such as firewalls, plus software and services such as anti-virus protection, intrusion prevention systems and endpoint security components.
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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