NYSE:TSM

Taiwan Semiconductor MFG. (TSM)

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This summary was created by AI, based on 43 opinions in the last 12 months.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSM) is recognized as a dominant player within the semiconductor industry, garnering significant market attention due to its unparalleled production capabilities and its crucial role in the AI revolution. The company enjoys a substantial market share, accounting for approximately 70% of the global chip market, primarily catering to major clients like Nvidia and Apple. Despite some geopolitical concerns surrounding Taiwan's relationship with China, many analysts point to TSM's robust growth, citing impressive revenue figures and a strong backlog of demand. Some experts suggest that now might be a good time to buy on dips or trim holdings, indicating mixed sentiments on valuation given its high PE ratio compared to growth prospects. Overall, TSM is viewed as a key component within diversified portfolios, with analysts generally optimistic about its future prospects.

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PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jul 28/20, Up 51%)Stockchase Research Editor: Michael O'Reilly Our PAST TOP PICK with TSM is progressing well. We are now recommending to trail up the stop (from $86) to $105. If triggered, this would all but insure a total investment return over 37%, including the previous recommendation to cover 50% of the position,
BUY

Interesting industry, with political aspects. Chips are vital. US is ahead of China in its ability to manufacture chips. TSM is one of the great foundry companies. Huge capex in the next few years. You can also look at NVDA (gaming, cloud) and QCOM (5G).

BUY
12-month price target of $134.50. Has been adding to it. Undisputed market leader of semiconductor foundries. Competitors just can't reach its huge economies of sale. Doesn't design, just manufacturers. 20% annual revenue growth. Yield of 1.5%.
TOP PICK

He's watching semis closely due to the current shortage and the US government investing seriously in this business. The industry is demand-driven. TSM says it can increase prices of its chips--interesting. Margins should improve as he expects robust growth for years to come. 15% revenue growth expected and this is trading at a low market multiple. TSM is investing $120 billion to building more facilities and compete better against AMD and Intel. (Analysts’ price target is $140.99)

BUY
With the worldwide shortage, likes that there's a big impetus to own semiconductor stocks. QCOM is not his top choice. He'd rather look at TSM or NVDA, with higher growth profiles.
BUY
Semis are the hottest business in the world, given the chip shortage that he expects to continue. TSM has a lot of orders.
BUY
Fantastic business. Semis are needed in every single device. TSM has all the right products and relationships. His only concern with semis is with companies that rely on others for their business. Homerun returns. Big tailwind of demand.
SELL

World class operation. He sold based on extreme valuation. When something moves 35% in one year, you have to ask yourself if you should be there. On the positive side, there is a chip shortage. Samsung has a better suite of products given the current environment, with a far more accessible valuation.

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Feb 14/20, Up 128%) Kings of the foundries in the semiconductor ecosystem. Market share of 50.5%. Position is being solidified. Big capex spend. Need to have it in your tech portfolio.
DON'T BUY
Semis have done very well. Their 20-year free cash flow shows that the stock is cyclical. Now, we're at a high. The time to buy semis would have been 2010-2011 when free cash flow dipped to lows and investors were worried about this industry. That said, one semi that is in the dumps and is very cheap is Intel. Though Intel is struggling now, he would buy this for these reasons.
BUY ON WEAKNESS

It is very expensive, but guidance has been an increase of 5% in revenues. The company continues to leap frog ahead. However, it is quite expensive and the demand is overbought. It is however driven by China. Has owned it before, but no longer does. Would wait for a better entry point. Holds Samsung instead.

BUY
An essential 5G play The most important semi company in the world. They outsource the production of the chip industry. Volume is incredible. They just boosted their capex budget by 50%. They're making a killing from 5G. Stock is up 114% in the past year.
TOP PICK
Its 50% market share is cemented and expanding. Favoured supplier to the free world of leading edge semiconductors. Spending aggressively for manufacturing in US. Quality and performance are best in class. Yield is 1.69%. (Analysts’ price target is $642.87)
COMMENT
The most important semi stock we don't hear from. They report Thursday. If they say that they are doing well, it could move the entire semi group.
HOLD

Likes it a lot. Hard to start a position now, as it's done so well. Long-term, you can continue to own it. Its edge comes from its technological expertise, with smaller nodes. Intel's loss has been TSM's gain.

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