Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsKinder Morgan Inc (KMI)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$450.06
-0.76%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $160.61B
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$31.41
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $70.13B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kinder Morgan Inc generates 66% more annual revenue ($17.52B vs $10.58B). ISRG leads profitability with a 28.1% profit margin vs 18.9%. ISRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.37. KMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ISRG
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
KMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+76.7%
Fair Value
$1931.20
Current Price
$450.06
$1481.14 discount
Margin of Safety
-29.1%
Fair Value
$24.36
Current Price
$31.41
$7.05 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.9%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Revenue surging 23.0% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Earnings expanding 36.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ISRG
The strongest argument for ISRG centers on Operating Margin, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 28.1% and operating margin at 30.9%. Revenue growth of 23.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ISRG
The primary concerns for ISRG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 55.2x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG profiles as a growth stock while KMI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ISRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.51 — expect wider price swings.
ISRG is growing revenue faster at 23.0% — sustainability is the question.
ISRG generates stronger free cash flow (809M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ISRG scores higher overall (64/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 28.1% margins and 23.0% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Intuitive Surgical Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. is an American corporation that develops, manufactures, and markets robotic products designed to improve clinical outcomes of patients through minimally invasive surgery, most notably with the da Vinci Surgical System.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
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