Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsLowe's Companies Inc (LOW)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$469.98
-0.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $167.61B
LOW
Lowe's Companies Inc
$236.18
+0.75%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $131.50B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Lowe's Companies Inc generates 757% more annual revenue ($86.29B vs $10.06B). ISRG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 7.7%. LOW appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.40. ISRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ISRG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
LOW
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-78.8%
Fair Value
$262.88
Current Price
$469.98
$207.10 premium
Margin of Safety
-193.3%
Fair Value
$80.51
Current Price
$236.18
$155.67 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.2%
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
18.8% revenue growth
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Large-cap with strong market position
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of 0.0% — below average capital efficiency
7.7% margin — thin
Earnings declined 10.8%
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 28.4% and operating margin at 30.2%. Revenue growth of 18.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LOW
The strongest argument for LOW centers on Debt/Equity, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ISRG
The primary concerns for ISRG are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 59.9x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : LOW
The primary concerns for LOW are PEG Ratio, Return on Equity, Profit Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG profiles as a growth stock while LOW is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ISRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
ISRG is growing revenue faster at 18.8% — sustainability is the question.
LOW generates stronger free cash flow (964M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ISRG scores higher overall (62/100 vs 44/100), backed by strong 28.4% margins and 18.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" 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.
Lowe's Companies Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · HOME IMPROVEMENT RETAIL · USA
Lowe's Companies, Inc. is an American retail company specializing in home improvement. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, the company operates a chain of retail stores in the United States and Canada.
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