Skywater Technology Inc (SKYT)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SKYT
Skywater Technology Inc
$37.95
-1.09%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $1.72B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+4.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 757736% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $541.53M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs 21.0%. SKYT trades at a lower P/E of 14.9x. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
SKYT
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-24.6%
Fair Value
$22.81
Current Price
$37.95
$15.14 premium
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
Every $100 of equity generates 63 in profit
Revenue surging 162.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 9733.0% YoY
Keeps 21 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
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 10.3x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SKYT
The strongest argument for SKYT centers on Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.0% and operating margin at -3.3%. Revenue growth of 162.1% 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 : SKYT
The primary concerns for SKYT are Price/Book, Market Cap, Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SKYT carries more volatility with a beta of 3.32 — expect wider price swings.
SKYT is growing revenue faster at 162.1% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (377.1B), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 60/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% 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.
Skywater Technology Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SEMICONDUCTORS · USA
SkyWater Technology, Inc. manufactures integrated circuits. The company is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota.
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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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