Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)vsVeriSign Inc (VRSN)
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$374.67
+7.64%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.07T
VRSN
VeriSign Inc
$290.92
+3.48%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $25.27B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 263713% more annual revenue ($4.44T vs $1.68B). VRSN leads profitability with a 50.0% profit margin vs 49.9%. TSM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
VRSN
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+56.3%
Fair Value
$897.55
Current Price
$374.67
$522.88 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for VRSN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 60.3%
Revenue surging 36.0% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 77.4% YoY
Keeps 50 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 68.4%
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Moderate valuation
Trading at 85.2x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : TSM
The strongest argument for TSM centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 49.9% and operating margin at 60.3%. Revenue growth of 36.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : VRSN
The strongest argument for VRSN centers on Profit Margin, Operating Margin, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 50.0% and operating margin at 68.4%.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : VRSN
The primary concerns for VRSN are P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSM profiles as a growth stock while VRSN is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
TSM carries more volatility with a beta of 1.25 — expect wider price swings.
TSM is growing revenue faster at 36.0% — sustainability is the question.
TSM generates stronger free cash flow (287.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TSM scores higher overall (84/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 49.9% margins and 36.0% 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.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
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.
Visit Website →VeriSign Inc
TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Verisign Inc. is an American company based in Reston, Virginia, United States that operates a diverse array of network infrastructure, including two of the Internet's thirteen root nameservers. Verisign also offers a range of security services, including managed DNS, distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack mitigation and cyber-threat reporting.
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