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Valued at a market cap of $199.7 billion, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (ISRG) develops, manufactures, and markets robotic systems designed to improve the quality and accessibility of minimally invasive surgery. The Sunnyvale, California-based company’s flagship product, the da Vinci Surgical System, enables surgeons to perform complex procedures with enhanced precision and control through small incisions.
This healthcare giant has outpaced the broader market over the past 52 weeks. Shares of Intuitive Surgical have rallied 39.3% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has gained 11.9%. Moreover, on a YTD basis, the stock is up 6.7%, compared to SPX’s 1% return.