Ivanhoe Electric Inc. (IE)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
IE
Ivanhoe Electric Inc.
$13.90
+1.31%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $2.17B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$411.68
-0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 126507402% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $3.24M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 0.0%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
IE
Avoid24
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for IE.
Margin of Safety
+72.3%
Fair Value
$1394.10
Current Price
$411.68
$982.42 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
0.0% earnings growth
0.0% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -35.5% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 62.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : IE
The strongest argument for IE centers on Debt/Equity.
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 : IE
The primary concerns for IE are EPS Growth, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
IE profiles as a value stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
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.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 24/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Ivanhoe Electric Inc.
BASIC MATERIALS · COPPER · USA
Ivanhoe Electric Inc. is a mineral exploration and development company in the United States. The company is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
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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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