Stock Analysis on Net

Intuitive Surgical Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG)

$24.99

Total Asset Turnover
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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Intuitive Surgical Inc., total asset turnover, long-term trends, calculation

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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).

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The total asset turnover ratio for the period examined demonstrates a generally stable, though fluctuating, performance. Initially, the ratio exhibits an upward trend, followed by periods of relative stability and decline. A closer examination reveals nuanced shifts in the company’s efficiency in utilizing its assets to generate revenue.

Initial Growth (2005-2008)
From 2005 to 2008, the total asset turnover ratio increased from 0.45 to 0.59. This indicates improving efficiency in asset utilization during this period. Revenue growth outpaced the growth in total assets, resulting in a higher ratio. This suggests the company was becoming more effective at converting investments in assets into sales.
Period of Stability and Decline (2009-2016)
Following 2008, the ratio experienced a period of fluctuation, generally trending downwards. It remained relatively stable between 0.54 and 0.59 from 2009 to 2012, before declining to 0.42 in 2016. This suggests that while revenue continued to grow, the growth in total assets was proportionally larger, leading to a decrease in the ratio. The decline in 2016 is particularly noticeable.
Recent Fluctuations (2017-2025)
From 2017 onwards, the ratio demonstrates continued volatility. A slight increase to 0.54 was observed in 2017, followed by a decrease to 0.47 in 2018 and 0.46 in 2019. A more significant drop to 0.39 occurred in 2020, potentially influenced by external factors impacting revenue. The ratio partially recovered to 0.42 in 2021 and 0.48 in 2022, before settling at 0.46 in 2023 and 0.49 in 2025. This recent period suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining consistent asset utilization efficiency, with fluctuations likely tied to revenue and asset investment cycles.

Overall, the total asset turnover ratio indicates a company that has experienced varying degrees of success in efficiently employing its assets. While initial years showed improvement, subsequent periods demonstrate a more complex pattern of stability and decline, with a recent trend of fluctuation. Further investigation into the drivers of asset growth and revenue generation would be necessary to fully understand these trends.


Comparison to Competitors

Intuitive Surgical Inc., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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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., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to sector (health care equipment & services)

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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)