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Intuitive Surgical Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG)

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Adjustments to Current Assets

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted current assets

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Current assets
Adjustments
Add: Allowances
After Adjustment
Adjusted current assets

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).


The annual financial data reveals notable fluctuations in both current and adjusted current assets over the analyzed five-year period.

Current Assets
The value of current assets decreased from approximately $6.63 billion at the end of 2020 to about $5.84 billion in 2021, indicating a contraction in short-term assets. In 2022, the company experienced a partial recovery, with current assets increasing to around $6.25 billion. This upward trend continued more significantly in 2023, reaching nearly $7.89 billion, the highest observed level during the period. However, in 2024, there was a decline to approximately $7.11 billion, marking a reduction from the previous year but still maintaining values above those in 2020 through 2022.
Adjusted Current Assets
The pattern for adjusted current assets closely mirrors that of current assets. An initial decline from roughly $6.64 billion in 2020 to about $5.87 billion in 2021 was followed by a gradual increase to $6.28 billion in 2022. A more pronounced rise in 2023 brought adjusted current assets to approximately $7.92 billion, representing the peak over the five years. In 2024, adjusted current assets declined slightly to around $7.14 billion but remained higher than the values reported in 2020 through 2022.

Overall, the data suggests that the company’s liquidity position, as reflected in current and adjusted current assets, experienced a dip at the onset of the period but showed strong recovery and growth in the subsequent years until 2023. The slight decrease in 2024 may indicate a strategic reallocation of resources or adjustments in asset management, warranting further analysis to determine underlying causes and implications.


Adjustments to Total Assets

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted total assets

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Total assets
Adjustments
Add: Operating lease right-of-use asset (before adoption of FASB Topic 842)1
Add: Allowances
Less: Deferred tax assets2
After Adjustment
Adjusted total assets

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).

1 Operating lease right-of-use asset (before adoption of FASB Topic 842). See details »

2 Deferred tax assets. See details »


The financial data reveals a generally positive asset growth trend for the company over the five-year period. Both total assets and adjusted total assets have shown consistent increases with slight variations in the growth pace.

Total Assets
Total assets rose from $11,168.9 million in 2020 to $18,743.2 million in 2024, indicating a compound upward trajectory. The growth was steady each year, with a notable increase between 2022 and 2023 (approximately $2.67 billion), followed by a more substantial rise of nearly $3.31 billion in 2024. This suggests ongoing expansion or investment activities during the period.
Adjusted Total Assets
The adjusted total assets, which likely represent a refined measure excluding certain items, displayed a similar upward trend, increasing from $10,818.9 million in 2020 to $17,728.8 million in 2024. The growth mirrored that of total assets, with a slight narrowing in the difference between total and adjusted figures over time, indicating possible changes in asset composition or adjustments made to asset reporting.
Comparative Observation
Both sets of asset values indicate a consistent increase, suggesting overall asset base strengthening. The relationship between total and adjusted assets implies that adjustments account for a significant portion of the asset base but maintain a proportional relationship across years. This stable ratio may reflect consistent accounting policies or stable asset quality over the period.

Adjustments to Current Liabilities

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted current liabilities

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Current liabilities
Adjustments
Less: Current deferred revenue
After Adjustment
Adjusted current liabilities

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).


Current Liabilities

The current liabilities exhibit a consistent upward trend over the five-year period. Starting from approximately 965 million US dollars at the end of 2020, there has been a steady increase each year, reaching about 1.745 billion US dollars by the end of 2024. This represents an overall growth of approximately 80.9% over the period, indicating a significant increase in the company's short-term obligations.

Adjusted Current Liabilities

Adjusted current liabilities also follow a similar increasing pattern, rising from around 615 million US dollars in 2020 to nearly 1.276 billion US dollars in 2024. This reflects more than a doubling of adjusted liabilities within the observed timeframe. The annual increments are notable, with the most substantial increases observed early in the period, particularly between 2020 and 2022.

Comparative Analysis

Both the reported current liabilities and adjusted current liabilities show growth, with adjusted figures consistently lower than the unadjusted figures. The gap between the two measures increases over time, suggesting that adjustments may be accounting for an expanding portion of current liabilities, possibly excluding certain items that are growing at a faster pace.

The continual rise in current liabilities could signal increasing short-term financial obligations, which may require monitoring to ensure liquidity positions remain healthy. The upward trend in adjusted current liabilities similarly highlights this need, but the adjustment methodology also suggests management is refining the view of liabilities to better reflect the underlying financial position.


Adjustments to Total Liabilities

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted total liabilities

US$ in thousands

Microsoft Excel
Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Total liabilities
Adjustments
Add: Operating lease liability (before adoption of FASB Topic 842)1
Less: Deferred tax liabilities2
Less: Deferred revenue
After Adjustment
Adjusted total liabilities

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).

1 Operating lease liability (before adoption of FASB Topic 842). See details »

2 Deferred tax liabilities. See details »


The financial data indicates a consistent upward trend in both total liabilities and adjusted total liabilities over the five-year period from 2020 to 2024. Total liabilities increased from 1,409,800 thousand US dollars in 2020 to 2,213,600 thousand US dollars in 2024, reflecting a steady rise each year.

Similarly, adjusted total liabilities exhibited an increase from 1,023,800 thousand US dollars in 2020 to 1,690,700 thousand US dollars in 2024. This growth in adjusted liabilities follows a parallel trajectory to the total liabilities, with year-over-year increments indicating increased obligations when considering adjustments.

Total Liabilities
2020: 1,409,800;
2021: 1,603,500;
2022: 1,861,400;
2023: 2,044,200;
2024: 2,213,600;
Adjusted Total Liabilities
2020: 1,023,800;
2021: 1,188,900;
2022: 1,423,000;
2023: 1,552,500;
2024: 1,690,700;

Overall, the rising pattern in both total and adjusted total liabilities suggests increased financial obligations for the company over the years. The difference between total liabilities and adjusted total liabilities also grows, which may indicate increasing adjustments applied to the liabilities figure. This trend calls for attention to the company's liability management and potential impacts on financial stability and risk exposure going forward.


Adjustments to Stockholders’ Equity

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted total Intuitive Surgical, Inc. stockholders’ equity

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Total Intuitive Surgical, Inc. stockholders’ equity
Adjustments
Less: Net deferred tax assets (liabilities)1
Add: Allowances
Add: Deferred revenue
Add: Noncontrolling interest in joint venture
After Adjustment
Adjusted total stockholders’ equity

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).

1 Net deferred tax assets (liabilities). See details »


Stockholders' Equity Trend
The total stockholders’ equity of the company exhibited fluctuations over the five-year period from 2020 to 2024. Initially, an increase was observed from approximately 9.73 billion US dollars in 2020 to 11.90 billion in 2021. This was followed by a decline in 2022 to about 11.04 billion. Subsequently, equity rose again in 2023 to roughly 13.31 billion, and the upward trend continued in 2024, reaching approximately 16.43 billion. This pattern indicates a generally positive trajectory in equity with a noteworthy dip in 2022 before resuming growth.
Adjusted Stockholders' Equity Trend
The adjusted total stockholders' equity mirrored the pattern of total stockholders' equity, starting at approximately 9.80 billion US dollars in 2020 and increasing to about 11.94 billion in 2021. It then experienced a decrease in 2022 to approximately 10.91 billion. Following that, adjusted equity rose to 13.01 billion in 2023 and continued with a significant increase in 2024 to 16.04 billion. The adjusted figures consistently remained slightly above the unadjusted equity measurements, suggesting minimal but consistent adjustments over the years.
Insights and Observations
The data reflects strong growth in stockholders’ equity over the five-year horizon, particularly notable in the later years of the period assessed. The dip in 2022 could indicate a transient challenge or adjustment period, however, subsequent recovery and growth suggest resilience and strengthening of the company’s financial position. Both total and adjusted equity follow closely aligned trajectories, implying that adjustments made do not significantly alter the broader equity trends.

Adjustments to Capitalization Table

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted capitalization table

US$ in thousands

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Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Total reported debt
Total Intuitive Surgical, Inc. stockholders’ equity
Total reported capital
Adjustments to Debt
Add: Operating lease liability (before adoption of FASB Topic 842)1
Add: Operating lease liabilities (reported as Other accrued liabilities)2
Add: Operating lease liabilities (reported as Other long-term liabilities)3
Adjusted total debt
Adjustments to Equity
Less: Net deferred tax assets (liabilities)4
Add: Allowances
Add: Deferred revenue
Add: Noncontrolling interest in joint venture
Adjusted total stockholders’ equity
After Adjustment
Adjusted total capital

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).

1 Operating lease liability (before adoption of FASB Topic 842). See details »

2 Operating lease liabilities (reported as Other accrued liabilities). See details »

3 Operating lease liabilities (reported as Other long-term liabilities). See details »

4 Net deferred tax assets (liabilities). See details »


Equity Trends
The total stockholders’ equity, measured in thousands of US dollars, exhibits an overall upward trend from 2020 through 2024. Starting at approximately 9,731,500 in 2020, equity increased significantly to 16,433,700 by 2024. Although a slight decline occurred in 2022 compared to 2021, the equity figures resumed growth in the following years, reaching the highest recorded value in 2024.
Capital Fluctuations
Total reported capital follows the same pattern as total stockholders’ equity, indicating these two metrics are closely aligned or represent the same capital base. The amount increased from about 9,731,500 in 2020 to 16,433,700 in 2024 with a similar slight dip observed in 2022.
Adjusted Debt Movements
Adjusted total debt values remain relatively low and stable in relation to equity and capital figures, ranging from 79,900 in 2020 to 146,000 in 2024, with a minor increase in 2024 after some fluctuations in the preceding years. Despite this increase, the overall debt level remains considerably lower than equity and capital values, suggesting a conservative debt profile.
Adjusted Equity and Capital Patterns
Adjusted total stockholders’ equity shows fluctuations reminiscent of the reported equity figures but generally remains slightly lower, given the adjusted nature of these data. It increases from approximately 9,795,100 in 2020 to 16,038,100 in 2024. Similarly, adjusted total capital reflects this trend, increasing from about 9,875,000 to 16,184,100 over the same period, reinforcing consistency in capital structure but on an adjusted basis.
Insight on Capital Structure
The data suggest that the company maintains a strong equity base relative to debt, particularly when observing adjusted debt levels against equity and capital. The slight dip in equity and capital in 2022 may indicate a period of increased expenditures or other financial adjustments, but recovery and growth in subsequent years demonstrate financial resilience. The increase in adjusted debt in 2024 signifies a possible strategic borrowing or financing activity, though it remains marginal compared to equity levels.

Adjustments to Revenues

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted revenue

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Revenue
Adjustment
Add: Increase (decrease) in deferred revenue
After Adjustment
Adjusted revenue

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).


Revenue Growth
The revenue of the company exhibits a consistent upward trajectory over the five-year period. Starting at approximately 4.36 billion USD in 2020, revenue increases to about 8.35 billion USD by the end of 2024. This represents nearly a doubling in revenue within the given timeframe.
Adjusted Revenue Trend
The adjusted revenue closely mirrors the trend observed in the reported revenue figures, with slight but consistent adjustments upwards in nominal values. The adjusted revenue began at roughly 4.38 billion USD in 2020 and rose to around 8.38 billion USD in 2024. This parallel movement underscores a stable basis for comparison and indicates that the adjustments have not materially altered the revenue trajectory.
Year-over-Year Changes
The year-over-year revenue growth is notably steady. The increments range approximately from several hundred million to over a billion USD annually. This steady growth suggests sustained expansion and effective revenue generation strategies over the years.
Overall Assessment
The data reveals a robust and consistent increase in both reported and adjusted revenue, indicating strong operational performance and market demand. There are no signs of revenue volatility or contraction within the provided periods, suggesting positive business momentum.

Adjustments to Reported Income

Intuitive Surgical Inc., adjusted net income attributable to Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

US$ in thousands

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12 months ended: Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
As Reported
Net income attributable to Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Adjustments
Add: Deferred income tax expense (benefit)1
Add: Increase (decrease) in allowances
Add: Increase (decrease) in deferred revenue
Add: Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Add: Comprehensive income (loss), net of tax, attributable to noncontrolling interest
After Adjustment
Adjusted net income

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).

1 Deferred income tax expense (benefit). See details »


The financial data reveals noteworthy fluctuations and growth trends in both net income attributable to Intuitive Surgical, Inc. and adjusted net income over the five-year period.

Net Income Attributable to Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
This item demonstrates an overall upward trajectory from 2020 to 2024. Starting at 1,060,600 thousand US dollars in 2020, the net income increased significantly to 1,704,600 thousand US dollars in 2021, indicating strong growth.
However, in 2022, there was a noticeable decline to 1,322,300 thousand US dollars, suggesting a temporary decrease in profitability or external challenges impacting earnings.
Following this dip, net income rebounded in 2023 to 1,798,000 thousand US dollars and continued to rise sharply by 2024, reaching 2,322,600 thousand US dollars. This resurgence suggests successful operational improvements or market conditions favorable to revenue and profit expansion.
Adjusted Net Income
The adjusted net income figures show a somewhat similar pattern to the net income but with more pronounced volatility. Beginning at 1,164,400 thousand US dollars in 2020, adjusted net income rose marginally to 1,647,800 thousand US dollars in 2021.
In 2022, adjusted net income fell substantially to 1,043,700 thousand US dollars, marking the lowest point in the series and a sharper decline compared to net income, which may reflect adjustments for non-recurring items or other accounting considerations that impacted the earnings more severely during this period.
Nonetheless, the adjusted net income recovered strongly in 2023, rising to 1,744,300 thousand US dollars, followed by a further increase to 2,196,500 thousand US dollars in 2024, mirroring the upward trend witnessed in the net income figure.

Overall, both metrics indicate a phase of growth with intermittent setbacks around 2022, followed by a solid recovery and expansion through to 2024. The sharper dip and rebound in adjusted net income could be indicative of specific non-recurring factors affecting profitability in 2022, which were rectified or ceased in subsequent years. The positive trends towards the end of the period imply improving financial health and profitability.