Semiconductors · NYSE
Current Price
$455.10
PE Ratio (TTM)
31.9x
Intrinsic Value
$799.43
+43.1% margin of safety
As of 2026-06-29, applying a 32.0x earnings multiple to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited's (TSM) earnings per share of $14.28 yields a fair value estimate of $799.43 per share, versus a market price of $455.1.
Fair value from earnings multiples is sensitive to the multiple you choose. Across the sensitivity grid the estimate spans $676.84 to $937.21. This is a relative estimate anchored to earnings, not a statement of fact. For a cash flow based view, see the intrinsic value estimate on the DCF page.
How our PE model works · Recalculate in PE mode · TSM intrinsic value (DCF view)
At $455.1, TSM trades below its PE-based fair value estimate by a wide margin. By this model the stock looks cheap relative to its earnings power, but check whether earnings are sustainable before reading too much into it.
COMPETITIVE MOAT
↑Unmatched Manufacturing Scale
TSMC's sheer production capacity and advanced process nodes are unparalleled. This scale creates significant barriers to entry for competitors seeking to match its output and technological leadership.
↑Deep Customer Relationships
Long-standing partnerships with major tech giants like Apple and Nvidia are crucial. These relationships are built on trust, reliability, and co-development, making switching suppliers extremely difficult and costly.
↑Technological Leadership
TSMC consistently leads in developing and implementing cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing technologies. This innovation advantage allows them to produce the most advanced chips demanded by leading tech companies.
INVESTMENT RISKS
↓Geopolitical Concentration Risk
The company's heavy reliance on Taiwan for manufacturing operations presents significant geopolitical risks. Global supply chain diversification efforts by major tech players could impact future demand.
↓Intensifying Competition
While TSMC leads, competitors like Intel are investing heavily to catch up in advanced manufacturing. This could erode TSMC's technological lead and market share over time.
↓AI Demand Volatility
The current AI boom drives significant demand, but over-reliance on this sector creates risk. A slowdown or shift in AI investment strategies could impact TSMC's growth trajectory.
Base case
Intrinsic Value
$799.43
Margin of safety
+43.1%
Expected annual return
+11.9%
Base case assumptions: 20.0% annual earnings growth, 32x target PE, 10% discount rate, 5 year projection. Data as of 2026-06-29.
This base case uses default assumptions and is not financial advice. The fair value changes significantly when the target PE or earnings growth rate changes. Open the calculator to set your own assumptions and see the full sensitivity range.
Adjust the target PE, earnings growth, and discount rate to see how the fair value and margin of safety for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited respond.
Open PE Calculator for TSMTaiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), along with its affiliated entities, operates globally in the semiconductor industry, specializing in the manufacturing, packaging, meticulous testing, and worldwide distribution of integrated circuits and other crucial semiconductor components. Its expansive international presence covers key markets such as Taiwan, China, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Japan, and the United States. The company is renowned for its diverse array of wafer fabrication processes. These capabilities enable the production of various advanced semiconductor types, including complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) logic, mixed-signal devices, radio frequency components, embedded memory, and bipolar CMOS mixed-signal circuits. Beyond its core foundry services, TSMC extends its offerings to include dedicated customer and engineering support. It also undertakes the production of specialized masks, actively invests in burgeoning technology startups, and manages the entire lifecycle—from research and development through to manufacturing, packaging, testing, and sales—of color filters. Furthermore, the company provides a range of investment services. TSMC's cutting-edge products are indispensable across numerous sectors, powering high-performance computing, modern smartphones, Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystems, sophisticated automotive systems, and a broad spectrum of digital consumer electronics. Established in 1987, the enterprise is officially headquartered in Hsinchu City, Taiwan.
PE Ratio (TTM)
31.9x
PEG Ratio
0.67
Earnings Yield
3.14%
ROE (TTM)
36.9%
Revenue/Share (TTM)
$158.26
Dividend Yield
0.93%
Debt/Equity
0.17x
The trailing twelve-month PE ratio of TSM reflects how much investors pay per dollar of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited's earnings. This metric is most useful when compared to Semiconductors peers and the company's own historical range.
TSM's PE of 31.9x combined with a PEG ratio of 0.67 provides a growth-adjusted perspective. A PEG below 1.0 suggests TSM may be undervalued relative to its earnings growth rate. Keep in mind that PE-based valuation works best for profitable, mature companies — for high-growth or cyclical Semiconductors, a DCF analysis may be more appropriate.
To value Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited using PE: (1) Compare the current PE (31.9x) against the Semiconductors median to assess relative pricing, (2) check the PEG ratio (0.67) to adjust for growth expectations, (3) review the 5-year PE range to identify where the stock sits historically, and (4) estimate fair value by multiplying a target PE by forward EPS estimates. This relative approach complements DCF's absolute valuation.
TSM's PEG ratio is 0.67, calculated by dividing the PE ratio (31.9x) by the expected earnings growth rate. A PEG below 1.0 is traditionally considered a sign of undervaluation — the market may not be fully pricing in the growth potential. Note that PEG accuracy depends on the reliability of growth estimates.
PE ratio gives a quick relative read — how TSM is priced versus Semiconductors peers. DCF provides an absolute value based on projected free cash flows. For TSM, with a strong ROE of 36.9%, both methods are worth using — PE for a market-relative check, DCF to stress-test whether fundamentals justify the price. Each method has blind spots: PE ignores capital structure and cash flow quality, while DCF is sensitive to growth and discount rate assumptions.
P/E and DCF value TSM with different methods and assumptions, so the two conclusions can differ. Compare the DCF intrinsic value.
Price as of 2026-06-29. Financial data from Financial Modeling Prep (trailing twelve months) · Valuation methodology by Charlie Wang.
This is an estimate, not investment advice.