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Intuitive Surgical Inc(ISRG)

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1-STAR RATING
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PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
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$391.95
10/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ISRG

10/02/2026: ISRG (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Intuitive Surgical is a specialized medical technology company known for its da Vinci robotic surgical systems, which have a leading position in minimally invasive surgery. Its core strength lies in a highly profitable, recurring revenue model built on proprietary instruments and maintenance services. The company's main growth story centers on the global expansion of robotic-assisted procedures and the rollout of its next-generation platforms, such as the da Vinci 5. Investors must monitor risks related to rising competition from major medical device players, premium stock valuations, and hospital spending cycles. It is a long-term play that may best suit growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to clinical innovation.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorStrong fitThe company operates in a high-growth sector with consistent procedure volume increases.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock frequently demonstrates strong price trends reflecting consistent operational success.
Value investorMixed fitThe stock often trades at a premium valuation reflecting its high-quality market position.
Dividend investorWeak fitIntuitive Surgical does not pay a dividend.
Low-risk investorMixed fitWhile the business is high quality, the stock can experience significant volatility characteristic of high-growth technology equities.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMedium / highHigh-growth multiples often lead to stock price sensitivity regarding earnings results.
Valuation riskHighThe stock's premium valuation requires consistent execution to maintain its current price levels.
Competition risk (Robotics & Medtech)MediumLarge incumbents like JNJ and MDT are investing heavily to challenge Intuitive's market share.
Business qualityStrongThe company holds a strong, entrenched market position with significant recurring revenue.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not look to this stock for regular income.
Execution riskMediumThe company must continue to innovate with platforms like da Vinci 5 to remain ahead of new competitors.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 5.95%
Avg. Invested days 51
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
ISRG receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and strong analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
ISRG has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+23.0%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 24.7%) are partially offset by very low insider ownership of 0.51%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
ISRG's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $2.5B (24.7% of revenue). Operating efficiency is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is ISRG's strongest growth driver at +91.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+20.5%, solid) and earnings growth (+23.0%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 89.4% and approximately 98.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.51%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 8.50%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.55%
State Street Corp 4.55%
Amvescap Plc. 3.35%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 3.19%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
ISRG generates approximately $660 of gross profit, $293 of operating income, and $247 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 13.13%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
ISRG has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while soft valuation.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltHigh VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 143.76B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 46.71
1Y Target Price 476.34
Price to earnings Ratio 46.71
1Y Target Price 476.34
Volume (30-day avg) 2.2M shares
Beta 1.47
52 Weeks Range 328.57 - 603.88
Updated Date 10/02/2026
52 Weeks Range 328.57 - 603.88
Updated Date 10/02/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 8.59

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
SystemsSale of da Vinci and Ion surgical robotic systems.This provides large, upfront revenue per sale but is cyclical.
Instruments and AccessoriesSingle-use surgical instruments required for every procedure.This is the core recurring revenue engine driving long-term stability.
ServicesSystem maintenance, training, and clinical support contracts.Steady revenue that builds sticky relationships with hospital customers.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Valuation

Trailing PE 46.71
Forward PE 33.33
Enterprise Value 136.83B
Price to Sales(TTM) 13.03
Enterprise Value 136.83B
Price to Sales(TTM) 13.03
Enterprise Value to Revenue 12.4
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 32.23
Shares Outstanding 358.28M
Shares Floating 351.21M
Shares Outstanding 358.28M
Shares Floating 351.21M
Percent Insiders 0.51
Percent Institutions 89.44

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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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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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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News (Last Updated: 10/02/2026)

About Intuitive Surgical Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquarters Sunnyvale, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2000-06-13
CEO & Director Mr. David J. Rosa
Sector Healthcare
Industry Medical Instruments & Supplies
Full time employees 17021
Full time employees 17021

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets products that enable physicians and healthcare providers to enhance the quality of and access to minimally invasive care in the United States and internationally. It offers the da Vinci Surgical System that enables surgical procedures using a minimally invasive approach; and Ion endoluminal system, which extends its commercial offerings beyond surgery into diagnostic endoluminal procedures enabling minimally invasive biopsies in the lung. The company also provides a suite of stapling, energy, and core instrumentation for its multi-port da Vinci surgical systems; progressive learning pathways to support the use of its technology; infrastructure of customer service and support specialists, a complement of services to its customers, including installation, repair, maintenance, 24/7 technical support, and proactive system health monitoring; and integrated digital capabilities providing connected offerings, streamlining performance for hospitals with program-enhancing insights. It sells its products through direct sales organizations, such as capital and clinical sales teams. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. was incorporated in 1995 and is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California.