MaxLinear Inc (MXL)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
MXL
MaxLinear Inc
$75.14
+0.63%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $6.47B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$439.51
+0.60%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 869043% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $568.93M). TSM leads profitability with a 51.1% profit margin vs -18.2%. MXL appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.39. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
MXL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MXL.
Margin of Safety
+55.1%
Fair Value
$979.05
Current Price
$439.51
$539.54 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Growing faster than its price suggests
Revenue surging 55.2% year-over-year
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 14.0x book value
ROE of -29.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 71.4%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Moderate valuation
Trading at 83.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MXL
The strongest argument for MXL centers on PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 55.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.39 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 : MXL
The primary concerns for MXL are Price/Book, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MXL profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MXL carries more volatility with a beta of 3.94 — expect wider price swings.
MXL is growing revenue faster at 55.2% — 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 38/100), backed by strong 51.1% margins and 50.9% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
MaxLinear Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
MaxLinear, Inc. provides high-performance analog, radio frequency (RF) and mixed signal communications-on-chip (SoC) solutions for the connected home, wired and wireless infrastructure, and multi-market and industrial applications to world level. The company is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.
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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