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- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Assets
- Common-Size Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- DuPont Analysis: Disaggregation of ROE, ROA, and Net Profit Margin
- Common Stock Valuation Ratios
- Enterprise Value to FCFF (EV/FCFF)
- Price to FCFE (P/FCFE)
- Dividend Discount Model (DDM)
- Operating Profit Margin since 2005
- Return on Equity (ROE) since 2005
- Price to Operating Profit (P/OP) since 2005
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Calculation
Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/E, long-term trends, calculation
| P/E | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Earnings per share1 (EPS) | EPS1 | = | Net income attributable to Intuitive Surgical, Inc.1 (in thousands) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2025 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Jan 31, 2024 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 10, 2023 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 3, 2022 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 10, 2021 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 7, 2020 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 4, 2019 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 2, 2018 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 6, 2017 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 2, 2016 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 6, 2015 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 3, 2014 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 4, 2013 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 6, 2012 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 1, 2011 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Jan 29, 2010 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 6, 2009 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 14, 2008 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Feb 15, 2007 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Mar 15, 2006 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ |
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), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
1 US$
2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
3 Closing price as at the filing date of Intuitive Surgical Inc. Annual Report.
The share price of the company has exhibited significant volatility and growth over the analyzed period. Initially valued at $10.52 in March 2006, it reached a low point around February 2009 at $12.74 after a peak of $33.34 in February 2008. Subsequently, there has been a consistent upward trend, with occasional fluctuations, leading to a substantial increase, culminating at $571.88 in January 2025. This represents a marked appreciation in market valuation over the span of nearly two decades.
Earnings per share (EPS) began at $0.29 in March 2006 and demonstrated a generally positive growth trend throughout the years analyzed. Despite some fluctuations, such as a decline to $1.27 in February 2015 from $1.95 in February 2014, EPS overall increased steadily, reaching $6.51 by January 2025. This suggests an improvement in the company's profitability and ability to generate earnings on a per-share basis over time.
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio shows considerable variability during the period. Starting at 36.68 in 2006, it peaked at 87.47 in February 2021 and remained elevated thereafter. The P/E ratio seesaws between higher values and moderate drops, reflecting changing market expectations and perceptions of the company’s growth prospects relative to its earnings. Notably, despite the rising EPS, the P/E ratio remains relatively high in some years, indicating that the market has maintained optimistic growth expectations or a premium valuation for the company relative to its earnings.
In summary, the data reveals a company experiencing strong share price growth and steadily improving earnings per share, accompanied by fluctuating but generally high P/E ratios. This pattern suggests sustained investor confidence and a positive outlook on future growth, even as the price of shares at times outpaces the growth in earnings. The volatility in the P/E ratio underscores sensitivity to market conditions and investor sentiment throughout the timeline.
- Share Price
- Started at $10.52 in 2006, experienced short-term volatility with peaks and troughs, followed by sustained growth to $571.88 by 2025.
- Earnings per Share (EPS)
- Increased from $0.29 in 2006 to $6.51 in 2025, with overall upward trend despite occasional declines.
- Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio
- Fluctuated widely, ranging from a low of 21.99 in 2009 to a high of 87.82 in 2025, reflecting changing market valuation and growth expectations.
Comparison to Competitors
Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Abbott Laboratories | CVS Health Corp. | Elevance Health Inc. | Medtronic PLC | UnitedHealth Group Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2025 | ||||||
| Jan 31, 2024 | ||||||
| Feb 10, 2023 | ||||||
| Feb 3, 2022 | ||||||
| Feb 10, 2021 | ||||||
| Feb 7, 2020 | ||||||
| Feb 4, 2019 | ||||||
| Feb 2, 2018 | ||||||
| Feb 6, 2017 | ||||||
| Feb 2, 2016 | ||||||
| Feb 6, 2015 | ||||||
| Feb 3, 2014 | ||||||
| Feb 4, 2013 | ||||||
| Feb 6, 2012 | ||||||
| Feb 1, 2011 | ||||||
| Jan 29, 2010 | ||||||
| Feb 6, 2009 | ||||||
| Feb 14, 2008 | ||||||
| Feb 15, 2007 | ||||||
| Mar 15, 2006 |
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), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Sector (Health Care Equipment & Services)
Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)
| Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Health Care Equipment & Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2025 | ||
| Jan 31, 2024 | ||
| Feb 10, 2023 | ||
| Feb 3, 2022 | ||
| Feb 10, 2021 | ||
| Feb 7, 2020 | ||
| Feb 4, 2019 | ||
| Feb 2, 2018 | ||
| Feb 6, 2017 | ||
| Feb 2, 2016 | ||
| Feb 6, 2015 | ||
| Feb 3, 2014 | ||
| Feb 4, 2013 | ||
| Feb 6, 2012 | ||
| Feb 1, 2011 | ||
| Jan 29, 2010 | ||
| Feb 6, 2009 | ||
| Feb 14, 2008 | ||
| Feb 15, 2007 | ||
| Mar 15, 2006 |
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), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).
Comparison to Industry (Health Care)
Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/E, long-term trends, comparison to industry (health care)
| Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Health Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2025 | ||
| Jan 31, 2024 | ||
| Feb 10, 2023 | ||
| Feb 3, 2022 | ||
| Feb 10, 2021 | ||
| Feb 7, 2020 | ||
| Feb 4, 2019 | ||
| Feb 2, 2018 | ||
| Feb 6, 2017 | ||
| Feb 2, 2016 | ||
| Feb 6, 2015 | ||
| Feb 3, 2014 | ||
| Feb 4, 2013 | ||
| Feb 6, 2012 | ||
| Feb 1, 2011 | ||
| Jan 29, 2010 | ||
| Feb 6, 2009 | ||
| Feb 14, 2008 | ||
| Feb 15, 2007 | ||
| Mar 15, 2006 |
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), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).