Should you buy Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is currently Strong Buy. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing trades at $482.31 as of Oct 7, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 14.212 with rising momentum (signal: 10.308); RSI is at 72.7 (overbought), suggesting the price may have risen too quickly; the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $552.26 points to 14.5% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing stock?
The average analyst price target for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is $552.26. The current price is $482.31, which gives an upside of 14.5%. Based on this, the stock is considered undervalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $497.03 and $607.49.
Is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing a dividend stock?
Yes, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 0.18%. The latest dividend was $1.11 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was Sep 16, 2026. The payout ratio is 24.7%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Jan 7, 2027.
When does Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing pay a dividend in 2026?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing pays its next dividend on Jan 7, 2027. The latest dividend was $1.11 per share with an ex-dividend date of Sep 16, 2026. The dividend yield is 0.18%. The payout ratio of 24.7% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing stock?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is rated as a stock in the risk category Moderate. the annual standard deviation is 40.1%, which classifies the stock as Moderate. In addition, an RSI of 72.7 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing overvalued?
No, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is considered undervalued based on the analyst price target (14.5% upside). Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 33.9 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 0.5, a P/B ratio of 11.6. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is undervalued by 14.5%.
Is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing overbought?
Yes, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is overbought with an RSI of 72.7 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 72.7 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, the price is 8.2% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing earnings report?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing reports its next earnings on October 15, 2026. The stock currently trades at $482.31. With a P/E ratio of 33.9, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations. The RSI is at 72.7, so the report can reinforce the current technical trend.
Is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing shorted?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing has minimal short interest of 0.57% of the free float, which is insignificant and points to very limited bearish sentiment.
Are insiders buying Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing stock?
Yes, insiders are net buyers of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing – they are buying more shares than they are selling. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 20 purchases and 0 sales. On a net basis, 81,991 $ worth of shares were bought. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 20 purchases and 0 sales, with a net 81,991 $ bought. Active buyers include Zhang Kevin Xiaoqiang, Yuan Lipen, Yoo Chue-San and others. Insider buying is generally seen as a positive signal, because management is putting its own money into the company.
Is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing a good stock?
Based on our total score, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is rated as a good stock with a total score of 79 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 45/100, Quality: 98/100, Momentum: 94/100. In addition: analysts see 14.5% upside to the price target; a dividend of 0.18%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing stock?
The outlook for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing based on current data: the average analyst price target is $552.26 (+14.5%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Oct 15, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 33.9 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing stock rising?
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 8.2% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been buying the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing go?
The average analyst price target for Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is $552.26, which corresponds to a potential gain of 14.5% from the current price of $482.31. The stock has traded between $264.34 and $477.71 over the last 52 weeks. The price is close to the 52-week high. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing fall?
The stock has traded as low as $264.34 over the last 52 weeks — that is 45.2% below the current price of $482.31. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 44.7% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±40.1% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing do?
TSMC is a company from Taiwan. It makes computer chips for other companies in its own advanced factories. This is called being a "foundry" — TSMC does not design or sell chips under its own name. Instead, other companies pay TSMC to manufacture the chips they have designed.
T... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Semiconductors industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing as an investment.
Did Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing making money or losing money?
Yes, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 49.9% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 60.3%. At a P/E ratio of 33.9, you currently pay 33.9 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 8.02 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 9 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 55% (moderate). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing have a lot of debt?
No, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing has low debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 55%. For the technology sector, anything below 60% counts as low debt. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 226.2x, and the company has more cash than debt (net cash).
