Nova Ltd (NVMI)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
NVMI
Nova Ltd
$500.43
-0.21%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $15.94B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$396.06
+0.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 465947% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $880.58M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 29.4%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.22. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
NVMI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for NVMI.
Margin of Safety
+72.4%
Fair Value
$1399.41
Current Price
$396.06
$1003.35 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 27.7%
Earnings expanding 22.4% YoY
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
Trading at 12.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 60.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : NVMI
The strongest argument for NVMI centers on Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.4% and operating margin at 27.7%. Revenue growth of 14.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : NVMI
The primary concerns for NVMI are Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 62.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
NVMI profiles as a mature stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
NVMI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.79 — 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 68/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Nova Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTOR EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS · USA
Nova Measuring Instruments Ltd. designs, develops, produces, and sells process control systems used in semiconductor manufacturing in Israel, Taiwan, the United States, China, Korea, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Rehovot, Israel.
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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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