Episode 55: Is Intuitive Surgical Stock Sunk Because of Ozempic and GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs?

Intuitive Surgical (ISRG) is one of our favorite “forever stocks” at Chip Stock Investor, best known for its Da Vinci robotic surgical system. The company's stock has been a strong performer over the long term, but it has recently come under pressure due to the growing popularity of GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) weight-loss drugs like Ozempic. GLP-1s are also associated with a number of other health benefits, including a reduced risk of diabetes and heart disease. It appears the popularity of Ozempic is already having an impact on Intuitive Surgical's business, and some investors worry GLP-1s could lead to a decline in the number of bariatric and related surgeries over time. However, over the long term, the impact of Ozempic on Intuitive Surgical may not be as important as some fear. Like most things in investing, the impact of a disruptive force like Ozempic on the business world is a complex issue. Nick asks Kasey to weigh in on the matter given her past experience in the operating room. Also check out Chip Stock Investor’s previous “deep dive” into Intuitive Surgical here: https://youtu.be/KNdU1dp9xVU?si=TDKTV-9SXyzzsu_M If you feel like leaving us a tip you can do so at : https://ko-fi.com/chipstockinvestor Thanks for the support! We use data, charts, and KPI's from our friends at Main Street Data. If you would like to check it out and subscribe to a premium membership here is a link that will get you 10% off👇 https://mainstreetdata.com/subscription?via=chipstockinvestor #intuitivesurgical #ISRG #robotics #robots #surgery #ozempicweightloss #glp1 #novonordisk #semiconductor #chips #investing #stocks #finance #financeeducation #silicon #artificialintelligence #ai #financeeducation #chipstocks #finance #stocks #investing #investor #financeeducation #stockmarket #chipstockinvestor #fablesschipdesign #chipmanufacturing #semiconductormanufacturing #semiconductorstocks Content in this video is for general information or entertainment only and is not specific or individual investment advice. Forecasts and information presented may not develop as predicted and there is no guarantee any strategies presented will be successful. All investing involves risk, and you could lose some or all of your principal. Nick and Kasey Rossolillo own shares of Intuitive Surgical.