Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsSociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B (SQM)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$469.98
-0.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $167.61B
SQM
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
$79.16
+2.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $21.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuitive Surgical Inc generates 120% more annual revenue ($10.06B vs $4.58B). ISRG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 12.9%. SQM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.46. SQM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 66/100 (B-).
ISRG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
SQM
Strong Buy66
out of 100
Grade: B-
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
+22.0%
Fair Value
$96.41
Current Price
$79.16
$17.25 discount
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Earnings expanding 52.3% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 28.3%
Revenue surging 23.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SQM
The strongest argument for SQM centers on PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 23.3% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.46 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SQM
The primary concerns for SQM are P/E Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
SQM is growing revenue faster at 23.3% — sustainability is the question.
ISRG generates stronger free cash flow (730M), providing more financial flexibility.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
SQM scores higher overall (66/100 vs 62/100) and 23.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Sociedad Quimica y Minera de Chile SA ADR B
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Sociedad Qumica y Minera de Chile SA produces and distributes specialty plant nutrients, iodine and its derivatives, lithium and its derivatives, potassium chloride and sulfate, industrial chemicals and other products and services worldwide. The company is headquartered in Santiago, Chile.
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