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Inspire Medical Systems Inc(INSP)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for INSP
09/25/2026: INSP (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Inspire Medical Systems is a high-growth medical technology company that provides a unique implantable neurostimulation therapy for patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea. The company has a leading position in the emerging segment of surgical sleep treatments, driven by strong clinical data and a growing network of trained physicians. Its main growth story centers on replacing non-adherent CPAP usage with a permanent device solution. However, the company faces risks related to high product costs, reimbursement uncertainty, and competition from entrenched CPAP providers. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility of medical device market adoption.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | The company is in an early-to-mid stage growth phase with high top-line expansion potential. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock often reacts strongly to growth milestones and expansion news, making it a potential target for momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The stock typically trades at premium valuation multiples consistent with high-growth companies. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay dividends and focuses entirely on reinvesting for growth. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The stock exhibits significant volatility associated with its growth-stage and regulatory-sensitive business model. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | High-growth medtech stocks often experience sharp price swings based on earnings reports and market sentiment. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Investors pay high multiples, leaving little room for error if growth slows down. |
| Competition risk (CPAP/Technology) | Medium | Established players like ResMed maintain a dominant share of the OSA market through lower-cost CPAP solutions. |
| Business quality | Medium / high | While the product is unique, the business model relies heavily on physician training and healthcare reimbursement infrastructure. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no income component to the total return profile. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Scaling the number of active centers and maintaining patient throughput requires significant operational execution. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Choppy
The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 2.31% | Avg. Invested days 36 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/25/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.04B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.56 | 1Y Target Price 62.8 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.56 | 1Y Target Price 62.8 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 712.4K shares | Beta 0.7 | 52 Weeks Range 38.91 - 147.03 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 38.91 - 147.03 | Updated Date 09/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.53 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Inspire Therapy System | Implantable neurostimulation device kits and related accessories. | Revenue comes primarily from selling the hardware components for the Inspire procedure. |
| Geography | Primary operations in the United States with growing footprints in international markets. | The vast majority of revenue is generated in the US, with international expansion serving as a secondary lever. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
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Valuation
Trailing PE 15.56 | Forward PE 59.17 | Enterprise Value 1.70B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.27 |
Enterprise Value 1.70B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.27 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.9 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.78 | Shares Outstanding 28.91M | Shares Floating 23.28M |
Shares Outstanding 28.91M | Shares Floating 23.28M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.18 | Percent Institutions 130.3 |
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Financial Metrics
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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
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📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
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🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
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Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
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Total Assets (Asset Base)
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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Inspire Medical Systems Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Golden Valley, MN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2018-05-03 | Founder, Chairman, CEO & President Mr. Timothy P. Herbert | ||
Sector Healthcare | Industry Medical Devices | Full time employees 1333 | Website https://www.inspiresleep.com |
Full time employees 1333 | Website https://www.inspiresleep.com | ||
Inspire Medical Systems, Inc., a medical technology company, focuses on the development and commercialization of minimally invasive solutions for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in the United States and internationally. The company offers Inspire system, a neurostimulation technology that provides a safe and effective treatment for patients with moderate to severe OSA. It also develops a novel, closed-loop solution that continuously monitors a patient's breathing and delivers mild hypoglossal nerve stimulation to maintain an open airway. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is headquartered in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
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