Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)vsUtah Medical Products Inc (UTMD)
ISRG
Intuitive Surgical Inc
$469.98
-0.41%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $167.61B
UTMD
Utah Medical Products Inc
$63.71
-0.14%
HEALTHCARE · Cap: $204.39M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Intuitive Surgical Inc generates 26029% more annual revenue ($10.06B vs $38.52M). UTMD leads profitability with a 29.3% profit margin vs 28.4%. ISRG appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.43. ISRG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ISRG
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
UTMD
Hold48
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
-173.3%
Fair Value
$23.32
Current Price
$63.71
$40.39 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
Strong operational efficiency at 31.1%
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.4x book value
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 1.2%
Earnings declined 6.4%
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 : UTMD
The strongest argument for UTMD centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.3% and operating margin at 31.1%.
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 : UTMD
The primary concerns for UTMD are Market Cap, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ISRG profiles as a growth stock while UTMD is a declining 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.
Monitor MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ISRG scores higher overall (62/100 vs 48/100), 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.
Utah Medical Products Inc
HEALTHCARE · MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS & SUPPLIES · USA
Utah Medical Products, Inc. develops, manufactures and distributes medical devices for the healthcare industry. The company is headquartered in Midvale, Utah.
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