Intuitive Surgical's da Vinci 5 platform launch is driving an installed base refresh cycle and accelerating procedure adoption, particularly in general surgery and bariatrics. International growth (Japan, Korea, Germany) compounds US share gains. Recurring instruments and services revenue grows with procedure volumes. Premium valuation reflects durable competitive moat but limits margin of safety.
Thesis reviewed May 29, 2026
Intuitive Surgical Inc. is headquartered in United States, which is currently showing elevated risk signals.
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Estimates · Yahoo Finance · Not audited figures
| Politician | Party | Type | Amount | Trade Date | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Armstrong | Buy | $1k–$15k | Mar 27, 26 | ||
| Gilbert CisnerosCA | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Jan 30, 26 | -12.6% |
| Markwayne Mullin | Buy | $15k–$50k | Dec 29, 25 | -20.6% | |
| Gilbert CisnerosCA | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Dec 10, 25 | -25.9% |
| Markwayne Mullin | Buy | $50k–$100k | Sep 24, 25 | -3.1% | |
| Josh GottheimerNJ | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Jul 22, 24 | -11.6% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Feb 1, 23 | -9.9% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | May 4, 23 | -9.9% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | May 30, 23 | -9.9% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Buy | Unknown amount | Jul 17, 24 | -9.9% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Sell | $1k–$15k | Aug 2, 23 | -9.9% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Oct 12, 23 | -9.9% |
| Greg LandsmanOH | D | Buy | Unknown amount | Jun 20, 24 | -9.9% |
| Josh GottheimerNJ | D | Buy | $1k–$15k | Jun 25, 24 | -4.0% |