Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsUBS Group AG (UBS)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$469.98
-0.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $167.61B
UBS
UBS Group AG
$38.10
+3.00%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $116.88B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UBS Group AG generates 393% more annual revenue ($49.60B vs $10.06B). ISRG leads profitability with a 28.4% profit margin vs 15.7%. UBS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.44. UBS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 77/100 (B+).
ISRG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UBS
Strong Buy77
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
+61.2%
Fair Value
$109.04
Current Price
$38.10
$70.94 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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 54.6%
Earnings expanding 58.0% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : UBS
The strongest argument for UBS centers on PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.7% and operating margin at 54.6%. Revenue growth of 12.4% 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 : UBS
The primary concerns for UBS are Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG profiles as a growth stock while UBS is a mature 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.
ISRG generates stronger free cash flow (730M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
UBS scores higher overall (77/100 vs 62/100), backed by strong 15.7% margins and 12.4% 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.
UBS Group AG
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
UBS Group AG, provides advice and financial solutions to private, institutional and corporate clients worldwide. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
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