Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) Stock Analysis
Score BCompounder · Grade A · Bearish
$441.19
$325.19
-26.3%
10/10
A
Compounder
Investment Thesis
Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions.
High-quality company trading above modeled fair value. Price above modeled entry range.
For New Investors
Price above modeled value range
For Current Holders
Quantitative score: neutral
Buy if
- Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
- Bull scenario catalysts materialize
- Market-wide correction creates opportunity
Sell if
- Bear scenario triggers occur
- Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
- Better alternatives emerge
Valuation
Fair Value estimate: $325.19 (-26.3%). Overvalued vs fundamentals. (Methods diverge significantly. Conservative estimate shown.)
PEG-Based EPS
$493.90
FCF DCF Model
$153.43
EV/EBITDA
$240.00
Blended Fair Value
$325.19
Confidence
Low
Methods
PEG-Based EPS (conservative), FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA
Quality Analysis
96/120 points
Investable
ROE (3Y Avg)
14.6%
ROIC-WACC Spread
4.8%
D/E Ratio
0.0x
Current Ratio
4.9x
Interest Coverage
99x
FCF Positive Years
3/3
Quality Flags
- Low ROE: 14.6% (need >15%, got 19/20 pts)
- ROIC spread: 4.8pp (got 12/25 pts)
Market Sentiment
Wall Street Consensus
$618.00
+40.1% Upside
30 analysts
Range: $525.00 — $750.00
Rating: Buy
Our model is slightly more cautious than Wall Street.
Trend & Technical
Price ($442.71) is 10.8% below SMA 200 ($496.52). Bearish trend. Caution on entry.
Tech Score 46/100 — Weak technicals. Bearish bias in trend or momentum.
Risk & Reward
Asymmetry Ratio
9.40:1
Expected Return
+59.8%
Bull Upside
+94.0%
Bear Downside
-10.0%
Excellent asymmetry: 9.40:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside.
Verdict: Very Favorable
Scenario Analysis
Bear
Base
Bull
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fair value of ISRG?
Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) is $325.19. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS (conservative), FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is low.
Is ISRG a buy, sell, or hold?
ISRG currently has a HOLD rating with a conviction score of 10/10. Price is above modeled value range. Quality supports holding but not attractive for new positions. Price above modeled value range.
Is ISRG a high-quality stock?
Intuitive Surgical, Inc. has a quality grade of A (96/120 points), rated as Investable. Key metrics include ROE of 14.6%, ROIC-WACC spread of 4.8%, and D/E ratio of 0.0x.
What type of stock is ISRG?
ISRG is classified as a "compounder" in our framework. High revenue growth: 17.3%, High P/E: 53.8x, Low dividend (reinvesting): 0.0%, High beta (cyclical behavior): 1.51, Large cap: $156.3B
What do Wall Street analysts say about ISRG?
30 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $618.00 for ISRG, representing +40.1% upside. Targets range from $525.00 to $750.00. The consensus recommendation is "Buy". Our model is slightly more cautious than Wall Street.
What are the risks of investing in ISRG?
The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for ISRG is 9.40:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: 9.40:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +59.8%, with bull case upside of +94.0% and bear case downside of -10.0%.
What is the current trend for ISRG?
ISRG is in a bearish trend. Price ($442.71) is 10.8% below SMA 200 ($496.52). Bearish trend. Caution on entry. The technical score is 46/100.
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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7
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