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Insulet Corporation(PODD)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
WEAK BUY
BUY for 10 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-1.84% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$146.51
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PODD

11/06/2026: PODD (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Insulet Corporation is a specialized medical device company known for its Omnipod insulin management system, which provides a tubeless, wearable alternative for diabetes patients. Its main strength lies in its recurring revenue model driven by consumable pods and its differentiated product design. The primary growth opportunity for Insulet involves expanding its user base into the broader type 2 diabetes population and increasing its international footprint. However, the company faces risks from intense competition, reliance on third-party sensor integration, and potential reimbursement pressures. It is generally better suited for growth-oriented investors who are comfortable with the inherent volatility and high valuation associated with specialized medical technology.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

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 medical device sub-sector with a strong track record of expanding its addressable market.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock often exhibits strong price trends tied to innovation milestones and earnings surprises in the diabetes market.
Value investorWeak fitInsulet often trades at a premium valuation reflecting its growth prospects rather than traditional value metrics.
Dividend investorWeak fitInsulet does not pay dividends and prioritizes capital reinvestment.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe high valuation and reliance on a single technology category contribute to inherent market volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock price is sensitive to growth expectations and competitive news within the diabetes sector.
Valuation riskMedium / highHigh growth multiples can lead to significant corrections if quarterly growth targets are missed.
Competition risk (Diabetes Technology)Medium / highIncumbents like Medtronic and innovators like Tandem constantly release new devices that challenge Insulet's differentiation.
Business qualityStrongThe recurring nature of the pod-based model creates a high-quality, sticky revenue stream.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe company does not provide income through dividends.
Execution riskMediumThe company must consistently execute on manufacturing scale and international regulatory approvals to meet growth targets.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -9.55%
Avg. Invested days 38
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

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

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
PODD has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 13.9%) and solid revenue growth (+30.7%) are partially offset by negative earnings growth (-40.9%), soft profitability (net margin 9.1%), very low insider ownership of 0.33%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
PODD's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 38.7%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is PODD's strongest growth driver at +30.7% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+23.7%, solid) is also solid, while earnings growth (-40.9%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 105.5% and approximately 99.6% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.33%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.65%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.53%
State Street Corp 4.61%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.44%
AQR Capital Management LLC 3.54%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
PODD generates approximately $716 of gross profit, $175 of operating income, and $139 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 27.22%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
PODD has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 10.16B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 23.94
1Y Target Price 168.48
Price to earnings Ratio 23.94
1Y Target Price 168.48
Volume (30-day avg) 1.6M shares
Beta 1.05
52 Weeks Range 126.40 - 354.88
Updated Date 11/06/2026
52 Weeks Range 126.40 - 354.88
Updated Date 11/06/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 6.12

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Omnipod ConsumablesRecurring revenue from the sale of disposable Omnipod insulin pumps.This is the primary engine of the company, as it generates consistent, recurring sales from existing users.
Personal Diabetes Managers (PDM)Sales of the controller devices used to manage the pods.These devices often have lower margins but are essential for gaining new users and locking them into the ecosystem.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-11-04
When Before Market
Estimate 1.59
Actual 1.99

Profitability

Profit Margin 13.44%
Operating Margin (TTM) 22.54%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 11.4%
Return on Equity (TTM) 28.94%

Valuation

Trailing PE 23.94
Forward PE 20.2
Enterprise Value 11.21B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.19
Enterprise Value 11.21B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.19
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.51
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.7
Shares Outstanding 69.37M
Shares Floating 69.08M
Shares Outstanding 69.37M
Shares Floating 69.08M
Percent Insiders 0.33
Percent Institutions 105.48

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

Information icon 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)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon 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)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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