NVE Corporation (NVEC)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
NVEC
NVE Corporation
$82.37
+1.40%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $351.87M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$439.51
-1.75%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.27T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 16081495% more annual revenue ($4.94T vs $30.75M). NVEC leads profitability with a 58.2% profit margin vs 51.1%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 86/100 (A).
NVEC
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
TSM
Exceptional Buy86
out of 100
Grade: A
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-12.9%
Fair Value
$59.90
Current Price
$82.37
$22.47 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 31 in profit
Keeps 58 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 54.9%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
Revenue declined 8.1%
Earnings declined 4.4%
Moderate valuation
Trading at 83.9x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVEC
The strongest argument for NVEC centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 58.2% and operating margin at 54.9%. PEG of 0.84 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 : NVEC
The primary concerns for NVEC are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVEC profiles as a declining stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVEC carries more volatility with a beta of 1.29 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 50.9% — 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 56/100), 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.
NVE Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
NVE Corporation develops and sells devices that use spintronics, a nanotechnology that relies on the spin of the electron to acquire, store, and transmit information in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
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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