Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:STAA) Stock

STAAR SURGICAL CO

Staar Surgical

Staar Surgical Co is a manufacturer of lenses. It designs, develops, manufactures, and sells implantable lenses for the eye and delivery systems used to deliver the lenses into the eye. The company also makes lenses that are used in surgery to treat cataracts. The company offers two types of products: Implantable Collamer lenses (ICL) and intraocular lens (IOL). The ICLs are used in refractive surgery and IOLs are used in cataract surgery. The majority of its sales are generated from the ophthalmic surgical product segment.

Staar Surgical Co

Canaccord Genuity analyst Jon Young maintains Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) with a Hold and maintains $20 price target.

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Canaccord Genuity Maintains Hold on Staar Surgical, Maintains $20 Price Target

Needham analyst David Saxon reiterates Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) from Hold to Hold.

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Needham Reiterates Hold on Staar Surgicalto Hold

STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>), the global leader in phakic IOLs with the EVO family of Implantable Collamer&#xAE; Lenses (EVO ICL&#x2122;) for vision correction, today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program under which the Company may repurchase up to $30 million of its outstanding common stock.
Under the program, STAAR may repurchase shares in the open market, through privately negotiated transactions, by entering into structured repurchase agreements with third parties, by making block purchases, and/or pursuant to Rule 10b5-1 trading plans. The timing, manner, price, and amount of any repurchases under the program will be determined by STAAR in its discretion, subject to market conditions, legal requirements, and other considerations. STAAR is not obligated to repurchase any specific number of shares, and the program may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time, without prior notice. The share repurchase program is expected to continue over the next six months, unless extended or shortened by the Board of Directors.
The Company intends to fund repurchases under this share repurchase program from cash on hand and cash generated from operations. As of March 28, 2025, the Company had $222.8 million in cash, cash equivalents and investments available for sale, and no outstanding debt. STAAR had approximately 49.5 million shares of common stock outstanding as of March 28, 2025. &nbsp;

STAAR Surgical Board Authorizes $30M Share Repurchase Program

Canaccord Genuity analyst Jon Young maintains Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $17 to $20.

Canaccord Genuity Maintains Hold on Staar Surgical, Raises Price Target to $20

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STAA stock has given up its prior loss. STAAR Surgical shares were trading lower after the company reported mixed Q1 financial results.

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<li>LogicMark (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LGMK#NASDAQ">LGMK</a>) stock fell 13.98% to $0.01. </li>
<li>Exagen (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XGN#NASDAQ">XGN</a>) stock declined by 13.47% to $5.91. The company's market cap stands at $105.7 million. The company's, Q1 earnings came out 2 days ago. </li>
<li>Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) stock decreased by 12.04% to $17.1. The company's market cap stands at $846.8 million. As per the news, the Q1 earnings report came out today. </li>
<li>AquaBounty Techs (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AQB#NASDAQ">AQB</a>) shares fell 10.18% to $0.66. The company's market cap stands at $2.5 million. 
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STAAR Surgical shares are trading lower after the company reported mixed Q1 financial results.

Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.64) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.59) by 8.47 percent. This is a 814.29 percent decrease over losses of $(0.07) per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $42.59 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $40.30 million by 5.69 percent. This is a 44.94 percent decrease over sales of $77.36 million the same period last year.

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Staar Surgical Q1 Adj. EPS $(0.64) Misses $(0.59) Estimate, Sales $42.59M Beat $40.30M Estimate

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<li>Wells Fargo initiated coverage on STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) with an Equal-Weight rating and announced a price target of $17. Staar Surgical shares closed at $16.89 on Thursday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STAA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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Wells Fargo initiates coverage on Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) with a Equal-Weight rating and announces Price Target of $17.

Wells Fargo Initiates Coverage On Staar Surgical with Equal-Weight Rating, Announces Price Target of $17

Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) has been analyzed by 5 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
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<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
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<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
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Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $19.6, a high estimate of $28.00, and a low estimate of $16.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 35.1% lower than the prior average price target of $30.20. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1742306455_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The perception of Staar Surgical by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<td>Mason Carrico</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
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<td>Jon Young</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
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<td>Thomas Stephan</td>
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<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
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<td>Mason Carrico</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
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<td>Matt O'Brien</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
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<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Staar Surgical. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analyzing trends, analysts offer qualitative evaluations, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Staar Surgical compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Staar Surgical's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
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Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Staar Surgical's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Get to Know Staar Surgical Better</h2>
Staar Surgical Co is a manufacturer of lenses. It designs, develops, manufactures, and sells implantable lenses for the eye and delivery systems used to deliver the lenses into the eye. The company also makes lenses that are used in surgery to treat cataracts. The company offers two types of products: Implantable Collamer lenses (ICL) and intraocular lens (IOL). The ICLs are used in refractive surgery and IOLs are used in cataract surgery. The majority of its sales are generated from the ophthalmic surgical product segment.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Staar Surgical</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Challenges: Staar Surgical's revenue growth over 3 months faced difficulties. As of 31 December, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -35.82%. This indicates a decrease in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Staar Surgical's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -69.92%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Staar Surgical's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive -8.29% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Staar Surgical's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -6.54%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Staar Surgical's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.1, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
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Analyst Expectations For Staar Surgical's Future

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Mason Carrico reiterates Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) with a Equal-Weight and maintains $17 price target.

Stephens & Co. Reiterates Equal-Weight on Staar Surgical, Maintains $17 Price Target

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<li>Warren Foust Named President and Chief Operating Officer</li>
<li>Magda Michna, PhD Appointed Chief Development Officer</li>
<li>Deborah Andrews, STAAR's Chief Financial Officer from 2017- 2020, to serve as Interim Chief Financial Officer</li>
<li>Patrick F. Williams Steps Down as Chief Financial Officer</li>
<li>Keith Holliday Retires as Chief Technology Officer</li>
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Reported Earlier, Staar Surgical Realigns Executive Team; Warren Foust Named President & COO, Deborah Andrews Appointed Interim CFO

U.S. stocks were lower, with the Nasdaq Composite falling around 650 points on Monday.
Shares of Redfin Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDFN#NASDAQ">RDFN</a>) rose sharply during Monday's session after Rocket Companies announced it will acquire the company in an all-stock transaction valued at $12.50 per share.
Under the terms of the agreement, Redfin shareholders will receive 0.7926 shares of Rocket Class A common stock for each Redfin share—a 63% premium over Redfin&#8217;s 30-day volume-weighted average price. Rocket shareholders will own approximately 95% of the combined company upon completion, with Redfin shareholders holding the remaining 5%.
Redfin shares jumped 70% to $9.89 on Monday.
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<li>Kratos Defense &amp; Security Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KTOS#NASDAQ">KTOS</a>) gained 8.2% to $29.53. Kratos said its OpenEdge 2500 achieved DIFI compliance.</li>
<li>STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) rose 7.2% to $19.66.</li>
<li>Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOG#NYSE">HOG</a>) gained 6.9% to $27.90.</li>
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Canaccord Genuity analyst Jon Young maintains Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $28 to $17.

Canaccord Genuity Maintains Hold on Staar Surgical, Lowers Price Target to $17

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<li>Xilio Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLO#NASDAQ">XLO</a>) shares increased by 107.0% to $1.36 during Wednesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $62.1 million. </li>
<li>Tivic Health Systems (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TIVC#NASDAQ">TIVC</a>) shares rose 76.29% to $0.41. The company's market cap stands at $3.4 million. </li>
<li>NKGen Biotech (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NKGN#NASDAQ">NKGN</a>) shares rose 34.25% to $0.51. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $18.0 million. </li>
<li>Windtree Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WINT#NASDAQ">WINT</a>) shares increased by 33.87% to $0.21. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.9 million. </li>
<li>Firefly Neuroscience (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIFF#NASDAQ">AIFF</a>) shares rose 28.69% to $10.81. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $86.4 million. </li>
<li>Kindly MD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KDLY#NASDAQ">KDLY</a>) shares increased by 24.5% to $1.77. The company's market cap stands at $10.5 million. </li>
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<h3>Losers</h3>
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<li>Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>) shares declined by 33.8% to $14.49 during Wednesday's pre-market session. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $714.0 million. As per the news, the Q4 earnings report came out yesterday. </li>
<li>Kala Bio (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KALA#NASDAQ">KALA</a>) shares fell 21.88% to $8.5. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $51.7 million. </li>
<li>Lixte Biotechnology (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LIXT#NASDAQ">LIXT</a>) stock declined by 14.51% to $1.65. The company's market cap stands at $3.7 million. </li>
<li>IN8bio (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INAB#NASDAQ">INAB</a>) stock declined by 11.48% to $0.27. The company's market cap stands at $19.6 million. </li>
<li>Universe Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPC#NASDAQ">UPC</a>) shares fell 11.3% to $0.17. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $1.4 million. </li>
<li>Ocean Biomedical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OCEA#NASDAQ">OCEA</a>) shares declined by 10.01% to $0.18. The company's market cap stands at $6.2 million. 
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In the latest quarter, 4 analysts provided ratings for Staar Surgical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $23.0, a high estimate of $28.00, and a low estimate of $16.00. Observing a downward trend, the current average is 32.85% lower than the prior average price target of $34.25. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1739390453_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Interpreting Analyst Ratings: A Closer Look</h2>
An in-depth analysis of recent analyst actions unveils how financial experts perceive Staar Surgical. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Stephan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$38.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mason Carrico</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt O'Brien</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$40.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Young</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$31.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Staar Surgical. This insight gives a snapshot of analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Staar Surgical compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Gaining insights, analysts provide estimates for the future value of Staar Surgical's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Staar Surgical's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/STAA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Staar Surgical analyst ratings.</a>
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<h2>All You Need to Know About Staar Surgical</h2>
Staar Surgical Co is a manufacturer of lenses. It designs, develops, manufactures, and sells implantable lenses for the eye and delivery systems used to deliver the lenses into the eye. The company also makes lenses that are used in surgery to treat cataracts. The company offers two types of products: Implantable Collamer lenses (ICL) and intraocular lens (IOL). The ICLs are used in refractive surgery and IOLs are used in cataract surgery. The majority of sales are generated from the ophthalmic surgical product segment.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Staar Surgical's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Positioned below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization faces constraints in size. This could be influenced by factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Revenue Growth: Staar Surgical's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 10.31%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Health Care sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Staar Surgical's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 11.27%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Staar Surgical's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 2.38%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Staar Surgical's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROA, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROA of 1.9%, the company showcases efficient use of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09, Staar Surgical adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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