SemiLEDS Corporation (LEDS)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
LEDS
SemiLEDS Corporation
$1.95
-6.70%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.44M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+0.68%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 11892172% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $34.51M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -6.7%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
LEDS
Avoid21
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+82.6%
Fair Value
$9.06
Current Price
$1.95
$7.11 discount
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$839.44
Current Price
$415.17
$424.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 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 10.8x book value
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -90.8% — below average capital efficiency
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LEDS
LEDS has a balanced fundamental profile.
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 : LEDS
The primary concerns for LEDS are Price/Book, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Debt-to-equity of 2.44 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LEDS profiles as a turnaround stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LEDS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.56 — 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 21/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. LEDS offers better value entry with a 82.6% margin of safety. 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.
SemiLEDS Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
SemiLEDs Corporation develops, manufactures, and sells light-emitting diode (LED) chips, LED components, and LED modules and systems in the United States, Taiwan, the Netherlands, Germany, Japan, Ireland, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Chunan, Taiwan.
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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