Taiwan Semiconductor Reports Strong Growth Driven by AI
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 1d ago
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Source: Yahoo Finance
- AI-Driven Growth: Taiwan Semiconductor reported a 36% increase in sales and a 51% operating margin over the past year, highlighting the significant impact of AI technology on its performance, with expectations for this trend to continue, thereby solidifying its market position.
- Increased Capital Expenditure: The management plans to raise capital expenditures to meet the anticipated rising demand, a strategic move that will lay the groundwork for long-term growth and enhance investor confidence.
- New U.S. Plant Opening: Taiwan Semiconductor has opened a new plant in the U.S. and signed a deal with the Trump administration to invest $250 billion in further developing its U.S. operations, significantly boosting its global competitiveness.
- Significant Investment Returns: An investment of $10,000 in Taiwan Semiconductor stock a year ago would now be worth $15,000, reflecting the company's strong growth potential, although analysts suggest that other recommended stocks may offer more attractive opportunities.
Analyst Views on TSM
Wall Street analysts forecast TSM stock price to fall over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for TSM is 313.46 USD with a low forecast of 63.24 USD and a high forecast of 390.00 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
8 Analyst Rating
7 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 332.710
Low
63.24
Averages
313.46
High
390.00
Current: 332.710
Low
63.24
Averages
313.46
High
390.00
About TSM
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd is a Taiwan-based integrated circuit foundry service provider. The Company is primarily engaged in integrated circuit manufacturing services. It offers advanced process technologies, specialised process solutions, advanced photomask and silicon stacking, and packaging-related technologies, while supporting a comprehensive design ecosystem. The Company's products serve diverse electronic sectors including artificial intelligence, high-performance computing, wired and wireless communications, automotive and industrial equipment, personal computing, information applications, consumer electronics, smart internet of things, and wearable devices.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
