TransAct Technologies Incorporated (TACT)vsTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)
TACT
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
$3.49
0.00%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $35.86M
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$414.15
-1.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 7971740% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $51.48M). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -2.4%. TACT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.75. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TACT
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+61.5%
Fair Value
$9.31
Current Price
$3.49
$5.82 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.3%
Fair Value
$1394.10
Current Price
$414.15
$979.95 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 80.0% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
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
ROE of -4.0% — below average capital efficiency
Currently unprofitable
Operating margin of -10.1%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.3x book value
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TACT
The strongest argument for TACT centers on Price/Book, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score. Revenue growth of 11.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.75 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : TACT
The primary concerns for TACT are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TACT profiles as a turnaround stock while TSM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — 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 57/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. TACT offers better value entry with a 61.5% margin of safety. 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.
TransAct Technologies Incorporated
TECHNOLOGY · COMPUTER HARDWARE · USA
TransAct Technologies Incorporated designs, develops and markets specialized and transaction-based printers and terminals in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Hamden, Connecticut.
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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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