Rekor Systems Inc (REKR)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
REKR
Rekor Systems Inc
$0.79
-3.31%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $114.04M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$396.06
+0.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 8470289% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $48.45M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -64.9%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
REKR
Avoid25
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for REKR.
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
0.0% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of -81.7% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.4%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 60.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : REKR
The strongest argument for REKR centers on Price/Book.
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 : REKR
The primary concerns for REKR are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
REKR profiles as a turnaround stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
REKR carries more volatility with a beta of 2.01 — 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 25/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Rekor Systems Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Rekor Systems, Inc. provides artificial intelligence-based vehicle identification and management systems in the United States, Canada, and internationally. The company is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland.
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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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