Stock Analysis on Net

Intuitive Surgical Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG)

$24.99

Price to Sales (P/S)
since 2005

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Calculation

Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/S, long-term trends, calculation

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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.


Share Price Analysis
The share price exhibits notable volatility and a general upward trend over the examined period. Starting at $10.52 in March 2006, it experienced fluctuations with some declines, for example, dropping to $12.74 in February 2009 from a previous peak of $33.34 in February 2008. From 2010 onward, the share price generally increased, reaching $571.88 by January 2025, indicating substantial growth in market valuation over nearly two decades. However, there are periods marked by decreases, such as the dip from $285.6 in February 2022 to $245.27 in February 2023, suggesting intervals of market correction or investor reassessment.
Sales per Share Analysis
Sales per share showed a consistent growth trend throughout the period. Beginning at $0.69 in 2006, this metric increased steadily year-over-year without any notable regressions, surpassing $1 by 2007 and continuing upward to reach $23.42 by 2025. The steady rise in sales per share reflects continuous revenue growth relative to the number of shares outstanding, indicating strong operational performance and possibly effective market expansion or product demand growth.
Price-to-Sales (P/S) Ratio Analysis
The P/S ratio has demonstrated considerable variability in both magnitude and direction. Early in the period, it fluctuated widely, reaching a high of 19.21 in February 2008, followed by a significant decrease to 5.14 in February 2009, indicating changed market valuation perceptions relative to sales. After 2009, the P/S ratio generally trended upwards, with some oscillations, peaking again at 24.42 in January 2025. This upward trend, especially in the latter years, suggests increasing market optimism or expectations of future growth relative to current sales, potentially reflecting investor confidence or sector dynamics influencing valuation multiples.
Overall Insights
The combination of steadily increasing sales per share and a generally increasing share price points to a positive growth narrative, supported by expanding sales and investor valuation trends. The volatility in the P/S ratio throughout the period indicates fluctuating market sentiment and valuation benchmarks. Despite short-term corrections and periods of higher volatility, the long-term data suggest a strong growth trajectory with increasing investor confidence as reflected in both share price and valuation multiples.

Comparison to Competitors

Intuitive Surgical Inc., P/S, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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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/S, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)

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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)