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Intuitive Surgical Inc(ISRG)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for ISRG
09/17/2026: ISRG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Intuitive Surgical is a premier provider of robotic-assisted surgical systems, best known for its da Vinci platform. The company has a leading position in the industry, benefiting from a recurring revenue model driven by high-margin instruments and maintenance services. Its main growth opportunity lies in expanding robotic applications into new clinical areas like lung procedures and enhancing digital capabilities. However, investors face risks related to high valuation, increasing competition from major medical device players, and hospital budget constraints. The stock is best suited for growth-oriented investors who can tolerate volatility, while monitoring developments in clinical procedure volume and competitive product 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 has a track record of expanding its addressable market and scaling revenue through recurring models. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock frequently aligns with positive trends in healthcare innovation and procedure volume growth. |
| Value investor | Weak fit | The stock typically trades at a premium valuation reflecting its high growth prospects and market position. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Intuitive Surgical does not pay a dividend, prioritizing R&D reinvestment. |
| Low-risk investor | Mixed fit | While the business quality is high, the stock's valuation and volatility may exceed the comfort level of low-risk investors. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium / high | The stock price is sensitive to growth expectations and market sentiment toward high-growth med-tech. |
| Valuation risk | High | Trading at high multiples requires consistent execution to meet investor expectations. |
| Competition risk (robotics) | Medium / high | Large medical device incumbents are increasing investment in competitive robotic platforms. |
| Business quality | Strong | The high percentage of recurring revenue and wide economic moat provide significant business stability. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | This investment is not suitable for those seeking regular cash income. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Continued success depends on navigating regulatory approvals and maintaining surgeon training excellence. |
Price Behavior
Steep Decline
The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 41.72% | Avg. Invested days 75 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 136.97B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 43.29 | 1Y Target Price 476.34 |
Price to earnings Ratio 43.29 | 1Y Target Price 476.34 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 2.4M shares | Beta 1.47 | 52 Weeks Range 328.57 - 603.88 | Updated Date 09/17/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 328.57 - 603.88 | Updated Date 09/17/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 8.83 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Systems | Sale and leasing of da Vinci and Ion robotic systems to hospitals. | This is the initial sale that gets the technology into the hospital. |
| Instruments and Accessories | Revenue from single-use instruments required for every robotic procedure. | This is a recurring revenue stream that grows as the number of procedures increases. |
| Services | Annual maintenance contracts and training services for hospital staff. | This provides predictable, high-margin revenue from the existing installed base. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 43.29 | Forward PE 31.25 | Enterprise Value 128.03B | Price to Sales(TTM) 12.41 |
Enterprise Value 128.03B | Price to Sales(TTM) 12.41 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 11.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 30.16 | Shares Outstanding 358.28M | Shares Floating 351.21M |
Shares Outstanding 358.28M | Shares Floating 351.21M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.51 | Percent Institutions 89.49 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
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)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
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.
News (Last Updated: 09/17/2026)
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 | Website https://www.intuitive.com |
Full time employees 17021 | Website https://www.intuitive.com | ||
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.
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