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- Statement of Comprehensive Income
- Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Analysis of Liquidity Ratios
- Analysis of Short-term (Operating) Activity Ratios
- DuPont Analysis: Disaggregation of ROE, ROA, and Net Profit Margin
- Common Stock Valuation Ratios
- Enterprise Value to FCFF (EV/FCFF)
- Dividend Discount Model (DDM)
- Net Profit Margin since 2005
- Return on Equity (ROE) since 2005
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Calculation
Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/S, long-term trends, calculation
| P/S | = | Share price1, 2, 3 | ÷ | Sales per share1 | Sales per share1 | = | Revenue1 (in thousands) |
÷ | No. shares of common stock outstanding2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
| Jan 31, 2025 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| Feb 10, 2023 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| Feb 4, 2019 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| Feb 6, 2017 | = | ÷ | = | ÷ | |||||||
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| 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: 2025-12-31), 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 price-to-sales (P/S) ratio, calculated from the provided share price and sales per share figures, exhibits considerable fluctuation over the observed period from 2006 to 2026. Initial values are relatively high, followed by a significant decline, then a period of moderate increase, and finally, a renewed upward trend in more recent years.
- Initial Period (2006-2008)
- The P/S ratio begins at 15.19 in 2006, decreases to 11.23 in 2007, and then rises substantially to 19.21 in 2008. This initial period suggests a volatile market perception of the company’s valuation relative to its sales.
- Significant Decline (2009)
- A dramatic decrease is observed in 2009, with the P/S ratio falling to 5.14. This represents a substantial shift in investor sentiment, potentially influenced by broader economic conditions or company-specific challenges.
- Recovery and Stabilization (2010-2012)
- From 2010 to 2012, the P/S ratio demonstrates a recovery, increasing from 12.01 to 11.00, then to 11.00. This suggests a period of stabilization and renewed investor confidence, although the ratio remains within a relatively narrow range.
- Moderate Growth (2013-2017)
- The P/S ratio experiences moderate growth between 2013 and 2017, rising from 6.76 to 10.11, then to 14.97. This indicates a positive trend in market valuation relative to sales during this period.
- Recent Fluctuations and Increase (2018-2026)
- From 2018 to 2026, the P/S ratio shows further fluctuations. It peaks at 16.06 in 2019, dips to 15.01 in 2020, then increases significantly to 24.42 in 2022 before decreasing to 16.90 in 2026. This recent period suggests increased volatility and a potentially evolving market assessment of the company’s future growth prospects.
Overall, the P/S ratio demonstrates a non-linear trajectory, characterized by periods of significant decline, recovery, and renewed growth. The ratio’s recent increase, followed by a decrease, warrants further investigation to determine the underlying drivers of these changes and their implications for the company’s valuation.
Comparison to Competitors
Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to competitors
| Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Abbott Laboratories | Elevance Health Inc. | Medtronic PLC | UnitedHealth Group Inc. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | |||||
| 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: 2025-12-31), 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/S, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)
| Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Health Care Equipment & Services | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | ||
| 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: 2025-12-31), 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/S, long-term trends, comparison to industry (health care)
| Intuitive Surgical Inc. | Health Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 3, 2026 | ||
| 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: 2025-12-31), 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).