Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsSTAAR Surgical Company (STAA)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$469.98
-0.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $167.61B
STAA
STAAR Surgical Company
$19.19
+1.16%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $950.15M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuitive Surgical Inc generates 4103% more annual revenue ($10.06B vs $239.44M). ISRG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs -33.6%. STAA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.76. ISRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ISRG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
STAA
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.8%
Fair Value
$262.88
Current Price
$469.98
$207.10 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for STAA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.8% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Growing faster than its price suggests
Reasonable price relative to book value
18.1% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -21.7% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.5%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ISRG
The strongest argument for ISRG centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.4% and operating margin at 30.2%. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : STAA
The strongest argument for STAA centers on Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 18.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.76 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ISRG
The primary concerns for ISRG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : STAA
The primary concerns for STAA are Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
ISRG is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
ISRG generates stronger free cash flow (730M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ISRG scores higher overall (62/100 vs 42/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 18.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Intuitive Surgical Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System.
STAAR Surgical Company
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
STAAR Surgical Company designs, develops, manufactures, markets and sells implantable eye lenses and supplemental delivery systems for placing the lenses in the eye. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, California.
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