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TSM 1Q26 First Take: Another solid print, with topline growth largely foreshadowed by the monthly ops data.Revenue came in at $35.9bn, above the high end of guide ($35.8bn), aided partly by FX tailwinds from USD strength vs. TWD. On a TWD basis, revenue rose 8.4% QoQ, implying an even stronger underlying performance. The more consequential takeaways this quarter are GPM, capex and forward guidance.These will drive investor focus into the back half. ① GPM: GPM reached 66.2%, near the raised buy-side bar (66–66.5%), driven by better ASPs and lower unit costs as scale builds.Management guided next-quarter GPM to 65.5–67.5%, broadly in line with the revised buy-side range (66–66.5%). The shift of AI chips from 5nm to 3nm should continue to lift blended ASPs and margin. ② Capex: Capex was $11.1bn in the quarter.With the 2026 capex plan already raised to $52–56bn, implied capex for the remaining three quarters is $40.9–44.9bn. Spend is back-half weighted at an Avg. $13–15bn per quarter, consistent with ASML’s full-year guide calling for a stronger 2H. ③ Outlook: Next-quarter revenue is guided to $39.0–40.2bn, above the raised street view (~$38.8bn), underscoring smooth migration of AI workloads to 3nm.For 2026, management lifted revenue growth to 30%+ (from ~30%), signaling confidence and aligning with mainstream institutional expectations. Overall, TSM delivered another strong set of results.Revenue hit a new high while GPM stepped up to 66%. Even after consensus moved higher, the company still offered above-consensus quarterly guidance. Within the current AI silicon stack, TSM’s lead in technology and capacity remains clear, giving it pricing and allocation leverage with downstream customers such as NVDA, GOOGL and AMD.It is positioned as the ‘steady and highly profitable’ winner of this AI capex cycle. For more, follow Dolphin Research’s detailed takeaways and Trans. $Taiwan Semiconductor(TSM.US) $Leverage Shares 2X Long TSM Daily ETF(TSMG.US) $Direxion Daily TSM Bull 2X Shares(TSMX.US)

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HighTower Advisors LLC increased its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE: TSM) by 14.2% in Q4, now holding 780,611 shares valued at $237.22 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions, with notable increases from Fisher Asset Management and Bank of America. Analysts remain positive on TSMC, citing strong AI demand, despite geopolitical risks and recent stake reductions by some funds. TSM shares opened at $395.84, with a market cap of $2.05 trillion.

- HighTower Advisors LLC increased its position in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company by 14.2%, owning 780,611 shares valued at $237.2 million as of the latest SEC filing.  
- Other institutional investors also adjusted their stakes, with Fisher Asset Management raising its holdings by 1.0% to 17.8 million shares valued at nearly $5 billion.  
- Despite positive sentiments regarding AI infrastructure demand, TSMC faces geopolitical risks and recent stake reductions by some funds that may impact investor sentiment.

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TSMC Vice President Tien Bor-Zen has acquired 2,000 common shares valued at USD 139,810, increasing his direct holdings to 11,051 common shares. Additionally, he holds 90 American Depositary Shares directly.

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TSMC VP Tien Bor-Zen acquires 2,000 common shares valued at USD 139,810

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing VP Bor-Zen Tien acquired 2,000 shares at $69.91 each, totaling $139,820, increasing his ownership by 22.10% to 11,051 shares valued at $772,575.41. The transaction was disclosed to the SEC. TSM shares opened at $395.84, with a market cap of $2.05 trillion and a PE ratio of 32.93. The company recently announced a quarterly dividend increase to $1.1136, with a yield of 1.1%. Institutional investors own 16.51% of TSM stock.

- Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. VP Bor-Zen Tien purchased 2,000 shares at an average price of $69.91, increasing his holdings by 22.10%.  
- The company recently reported a quarterly revenue of $30.65 billion and an EPS of $3.11, maintaining a net margin of 46.97%.  
- Analysts generally rate the stock as a "Buy," with an average target price of $404.29, amidst mixed insider trading activity and external market pressures from geopolitical events.

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Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan announced that the company's foundry business is gaining momentum, crucial for its turnaround strategy. Improvements in manufacturing processes have attracted customer interest, with expectations of commitments from multiple clients in the second half of the year. Tan emphasized the importance of the foundry for the U.S. semiconductor supply chain and highlighted progress in Intel's advanced manufacturing capabilities, aiming to compete with industry leaders like TSMC.

- Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan announced that the company's external manufacturing business, known as foundry, is gaining momentum and is central to its turnaround strategy.  
- Improvements in Intel's advanced 18A manufacturing process are reportedly exceeding expectations, leading to increased interest from potential customers, including a preliminary deal with Apple.  
- Tan emphasized the strategic importance of the foundry business for U.S. semiconductor capacity and projected that Intel's next-generation 14A process could compete with industry leader TSMC.

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Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management has reduced its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company by 4,070 shares. Despite a recent pullback in TSMC's stock price, the company reported strong Q1 2026 results and raised its dividend. Analysts maintain a Buy/Outperform rating with price targets up to $490, driven by demand in AI and HPC, although concerns about valuation and near-term margin dilution persist.

- Hotchkis & Wiley Capital Management LLC reduced its position in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited by 4,070 shares.  
- Despite a recent share price decline to approximately $395–$404, TSMC reported strong Q1 2026 results and approved over US$50B in global capacity expansion.  
- Analysts maintain an Outperform rating for TSM, citing high profitability and robust demand driven by AI and HPC, despite concerns over valuation and near-term margin challenges.

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Hotchkis & Wiley trims Taiwan Semiconductor stake by 4,070 shares

Two Creeks Capital Management increased its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company by 86,829 shares. Despite a recent pullback in TSMC's stock price, the company reported strong Q1 2026 results and raised its dividend. Analysts maintain a Buy/Outperform rating with price targets up to $490, driven by AI and HPC demand, although concerns about valuation and near-term margin dilution persist.

- Two Creeks Capital Management increased its position in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) by 86,829 shares.  
- TSM shares have experienced a pullback of $7–$9 but reported strong Q1 2026 results and raised its dividend while planning significant global capacity expansion.  
- Despite a year-to-date gain of 38%, analysts maintain a Buy/Outperform rating for TSM, citing strong demand in AI and HPC, though concerns regarding valuation and margin constraints were noted.

Two Creeks Capital Boosts Taiwan Semiconductor Stake by 86K

Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft FI reduced its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE: TSM) by 31.6% in Q4, now holding 2,732 shares valued at $830,000. Other investors like Fisher Asset Management and Massachusetts Financial Services increased their holdings. Despite some insider buying, TSMC's stock has seen a decline of 3.1%, influenced by mixed market sentiments and recent asset sale plans.

- Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft FI reduced its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company by 31.6%, owning 2,732 shares valued at $830,000 after selling 1,262 shares.  
- Other large institutional investors, such as Fisher Asset Management and Massachusetts Financial Services, increased their holdings, further highlighting investment interest in TSMC, which is experiencing positive sentiment due to strong demand in AI and high-performance computing.  
- TSMC plans to accelerate investment in new technologies and announced an increase in its quarterly dividend, reflecting strong financial performance and confidence in future growth.

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TSMC reported $35.9B in Q1 revenue with a 66.2% gross margin, driven by AI chip demand. Intel's Q1 revenue increased 7% to $13.6B, with 60% from AI businesses. Digi Power X is shifting focus from crypto mining to AI compute, securing a $1.1B colocation deal.

- TSMC reported $35.9 billion in Q1 revenue and a 66.2% gross margin, largely due to robust demand for AI chips and advanced technologies.  
- Intel's Q1 revenue increased by 7% to $13.6 billion, with 60% coming from AI-driven sectors, particularly its Data Center and AI segment.  
- Digi Power X is transitioning from crypto mining to AI compute, securing a 10-year, $1.1 billion colocation agreement and generating GPU cloud revenues.

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Weitz Investment Management has increased its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) by 20,000 shares. Despite a recent pullback in TSMC's stock price, the company reported strong Q1 2026 results and plans significant global capacity expansion. Analysts maintain a Buy/Outperform rating for TSMC, citing strong demand driven by AI and HPC, although concerns about valuation and near-term margin dilution persist.

- Weitz Investment Management increased its position in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) by 20,000 shares amid recent price pullbacks to approximately $395–$404.  
- Despite these fluctuations, TSM reported strong Q1 2026 results, announced a NT$7 dividend, and approved significant capacity expansion, showing robust demand driven by AI and HPC.  
- Although TipRanks' AI Analyst rates TSM as an Outperform, concerns include high valuation and short-term margin challenges despite its strong financial position.

Weitz Investment Management boosts TSMC stake with 20,000 shares

Allworth Financial LP increased its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. (NYSE: TSM) by 5.9% during Q4, acquiring an additional 2,117 shares, bringing its total to 38,181 shares valued at $11.6 million. Other hedge funds also boosted their holdings. The company recently announced a quarterly dividend increase to $1.1136 per share, reflecting positive market sentiment and growth projections in the semiconductor sector.

- Allworth Financial LP increased its stake in Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. by 5.9%, owning 38,181 shares valued at $11.6 million.  
- Several hedge funds also modified their TSM holdings, with SFE Investment Counsel boosting its stake by 11.7% and Atria Investments Inc. increasing theirs by 0.8%.  
- Taiwan Semiconductor recently raised its quarterly dividend to $1.1136 per share and forecasts long-term growth in the semiconductor market driven by AI and computing demands.

Allworth Financial LP Buys 2,117 Shares of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd. $TSM