Intuitive Surgical: The Price For Its Excellence Is Too High

Summary

• Intuitive Surgical leads in robotic surgery with its da Vinci system but is currently overvalued, suggesting a Hold rating until a better entry point.
• The company's robust innovation cycle and recurring revenue streams from instruments and accessories drive growth, but competition and macroeconomic factors pose risks.
• Valuation analysis indicates a 6.7% CAGR over five years, with a present margin of safety of -5%, making current investment less attractive.
• Despite strong long-term growth prospects, near-term volatility and competition necessitate caution, recommending waiting for a correction toward fair value.

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Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ:ISRG) is the leader in one of the most exciting industries in the world: robotic surgery. However, with a stellar management team operating a robust innovation cycle supported by shrewd recurring revenue streams, it's no

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