Sitime Corporation (SITM)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SITM
Sitime Corporation
$625.68
-11.50%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $19.27B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+4.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 1080122% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $379.91M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -6.4%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.31. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
SITM
Avoid31
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 SITM.
Margin of Safety
+49.5%
Fair Value
$839.44
Current Price
$415.17
$424.27 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 88.3% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 33 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 14.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.1% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 60.6%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SITM
The strongest argument for SITM centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 88.3% 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 : SITM
The primary concerns for SITM are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SITM profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SITM carries more volatility with a beta of 2.92 — expect wider price swings.
SITM is growing revenue faster at 88.3% — 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 31/100), 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.
Sitime Corporation
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
SiTime Corporation offers silicon timing systems in Taiwan, Hong Kong, the United States, and internationally.
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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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