@democratiCrayn 1 week ago
TSM looks like a cheaper way to play the AI chip boom
TSM looks like a cheaper way to play the AI chip boom
AI semiconductor demand is still growing, but TSM looks like a better value play than AMD or Nvidia right now. AMD just reported a 50% revenue increase for Q2, and Nvidia expects a 95% jump later this month.
While both are growing fast, they rely on TSM to manufacture their chips. TSM also makes chips for Apple, Amazon, and Microsoft. Their revenue is up 37% this year and they hold a 73% market share in the foundry space. Because of this dominance, they are planning to raise prices next year.
Valuation is the main difference. TSM trades at a forward P/E of 25. AMD is at 63 and the broader semiconductor ETF is around 67. TSM seems like a cheaper way to get exposure to the whole AI supply chain.

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@TallDrive706 1 week ago
TSM offers a compelling middle ground, strong AI demand exposure with a much more reasonable valuation than many chip designers.
@Simonwhite 6 days ago
it’s wild that nvidia gets all the hype while the company actually building the chips is trading at such a discount. definitely seems like a smarter long-term play.