Lattice Semiconductor Corporation (LSCC)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
LSCC
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation
$127.19
+6.06%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $17.15B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$411.68
-0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 714855% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $574.01M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 3.5%. LSCC appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.59. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
LSCC
Buy58
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 LSCC.
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
Revenue surging 42.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 337.2% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
ROE of 2.8% — below average capital efficiency
3.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 62.9x 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 42.2% 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 46.5% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : LSCC
The primary concerns for LSCC are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. A P/E of 963.0x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.5% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
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 1.75 — expect wider price swings.
LSCC is growing revenue faster at 42.2% — 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 58/100), 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.
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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