SoundHound AI Inc (SOUN)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
SOUN
SoundHound AI Inc
$7.39
-7.74%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.99B
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+6.94%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 2230452% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $183.99M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -91.8%. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
SOUN
Avoid27
out of 100
Grade: F
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+7.4%
Fair Value
$8.60
Current Price
$7.39
$1.21 discount
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 51.7% 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
0.0% earnings growth
ROE of -36.7% — below average capital efficiency
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : SOUN
The strongest argument for SOUN centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity. Revenue growth of 51.7% 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 : SOUN
The primary concerns for SOUN are EPS Growth, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SOUN profiles as a hypergrowth stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
SOUN carries more volatility with a beta of 2.73 — expect wider price swings.
SOUN is growing revenue faster at 51.7% — 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 27/100), 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.
SoundHound AI Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - APPLICATION · USA
SoundHound AI, Inc. develops an independent voice artificial intelligence (AI) platform that enables businesses in all industries to deliver high-quality conversational experiences to their customers. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California.
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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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