Lattice Semiconductor Corporation (LSCC)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
LSCC
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation
$105.02
+7.13%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $14.70B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$353.10
+6.33%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 759336% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $651.12M). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs 5.6%. LSCC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
LSCC
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LSCC.
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
Revenue surging 62.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 600.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
Trading at 18.3x book value
ROE of 4.6% — below average capital efficiency
5.6% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Moderate valuation
Trading at 67.4x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LSCC
The strongest argument for LSCC centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 62.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.59 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : LSCC
The primary concerns for LSCC are Price/Book, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 414.1x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LSCC profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
LSCC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.83 — expect wider price swings.
LSCC is growing revenue faster at 62.2% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (510.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (86/100 vs 58/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% 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.
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation, develops and sells semiconductor products in Asia, Europe and America. The company is headquartered in Hillsboro, Oregon.
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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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