Analyst Trims His Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) Stake Amid a New ‘Concern’

Group 1 - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (NYSE: TSM) is being closely monitored by Wall Street, with concerns raised about its position amid geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding potential conflicts involving China [1] - Steve Weiss, chief investment officer of Short Hills Capital Partners, has reduced his position in Taiwan Semiconductor due to market incongruities, despite it remaining his largest investment [1] - The company faces challenges related to onshoring plans, as it may not be able to export products without incurring tariffs, leading to a downsizing of its multi-billion dollar plans [1] Group 2 - Taiwan Semiconductor is recognized for its leadership in leading node manufacturing, which enables it to capture market share and benefit from strong demand in high-performance computing and AI infrastructure [2] - While Taiwan Semiconductor is seen as a potential investment, some analysts believe that certain AI stocks may offer better returns with lower downside risk [2]