Semrush Holdings Inc (SEMR)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SEMR
Semrush Holdings Inc
$12.00
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.81B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$396.06
+0.57%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.04T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 924944% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $443.64M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -4.3%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
SEMR
Avoid22
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+41.5%
Fair Value
$20.22
Current Price
$12.00
$8.22 discount
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
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 42.3%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 60.6x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SEMR
The strongest argument for SEMR centers on Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 14.6% 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 : SEMR
The primary concerns for SEMR are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SEMR profiles as a turnaround stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SEMR carries more volatility with a beta of 1.50 — 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 22/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. SEMR offers better value entry with a 41.5% margin of safety. 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.
Semrush Holdings Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SEMrush Holdings, Inc. develops online visibility management software as a platform of service (SaaS). The company is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts with additional offices in Pennsylvania, Texas, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Poland, and Russia.
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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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