Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSM)vsZeta Global Holdings Corp (ZETA)
TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing
$415.17
+1.20%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $2.18T
ZETA
Zeta Global Holdings Corp
$23.14
-2.28%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $5.04B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing generates 285577% more annual revenue ($4.10T vs $1.44B). TSM leads profitability with a 46.5% profit margin vs -1.6%. ZETA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.77. TSM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 84/100 (A-).
TSM
Exceptional Buy84
out of 100
Grade: A-
ZETA
Hold43
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+44.8%
Fair Value
$836.94
Current Price
$415.17
$421.77 discount
Margin of Safety
-9.9%
Fair Value
$17.19
Current Price
$23.14
$5.95 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Revenue surging 49.9% year-over-year
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 63.5x book value
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -2.6% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 51.1%
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 46.5% and operating margin at 58.1%. Revenue growth of 35.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : ZETA
The strongest argument for ZETA centers on Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 49.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.77 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : TSM
The primary concerns for TSM are P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : ZETA
The primary concerns for ZETA are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
TSM profiles as a growth stock while ZETA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
ZETA carries more volatility with a beta of 1.34 — expect wider price swings.
ZETA is growing revenue faster at 49.9% — 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 43/100), backed by strong 46.5% margins and 35.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Hold" 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.
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TECHNOLOGY · SOFTWARE - INFRASTRUCTURE · USA
Zeta Global Holdings Corp. (Ticker: ZETA) is a U.S. technology company that operates an AI-powered, data-driven marketing cloud platform designed to help enterprises understand, acquire, grow, and retain customers. Its software combines consumer intelligence with marketing automation tools—using advanced analytics and machine learning to deliver personalized campaigns across channels like email, social media, web, video, and more. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in New York, it serves clients across various industries and is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker ZETA.
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