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Stryker designs, manufactures, and markets an array of medical equipment, instruments, consumable supplies, and implantable devices. The product portfolio includes hip and knee replacements, extremities, endoscopy systems, operating room equipment, embolic coils, hospital beds and gurneys, and orthopedic robotics. Stryker remains one of the three largest competitors in reconstructive orthopedic implants and holds the leadership position in operating room equipment. Just over one fourth of Stryker's total revenue currently comes from outside the United States.

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Stryker Corporation (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/syk#NYSE">SYK</a>) has witnessed substantial gains in the year-to-date period. Shares of the company have rallied 18.6% compared with 13.4% growth of the&nbsp;industry. The S&amp;P 500 Composite has risen 20.1% during the same time frame.
With healthy fundamentals and strong growth opportunities, this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company appears to be a solid wealth creator for investors at the moment.
Headquartered in Kalamazoo, MI, Stryker is one of the world&#39;s largest medical device companies operating in the global orthopedic market. The company has three business segments &mdash; Orthopaedics, MedSurg and Neurotechnology &amp; Spine.
Strength in Stryker&#39;s flagship Mako Total Knee Platform, which enables surgeons to do pre-operative planning and precise surgeries, looks promising. The company is also adopting several cost-cutting measures, including restructuring plans. Its prospects seem promising on the back of strong customer demand for its existing products as well as new launches. Stryker&#39;s recent acquisitions also raise optimism about the stock.&nbsp;
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<h2>Catalysts for Stryker&#39;s Growth</h2>
The surge in the company&#39;s share price can be attributed to its advanced robotic arm-assisted surgery platform, Mako, a strong product lineup and strategic acquisitions. The positive sentiment, driven by a solid second-quarter fiscal 2024 performance and promising business potential, is expected to continue aiding it.
Stryker ended the second quarter on a high note, with both earnings and revenues showing year-over-year improvement. The company saw robust performance in the U.S. market, particularly in Instruments, Medical, Endoscopy, Trauma and Extremities, and Mako, which likely boosted the stock&#39;s price.
SYK has increased its revenue and earnings forecasts for fiscal 2024, likely attracting investor interest. The company now anticipates organic revenue growth of 9-10% for fiscal 2024, up from the previous guidance of 8.5-9.5%. Adjusted earnings per share for 2024 are now expected to be between $11.90 and $12.10, indicating 12% growth at the midpoint compared with the earlier projection of $11.85-$12.05.
SYK&#39;s extensive product range has also garnered investor optimism. Its broad product spectrum shields it from significant sales declines during economic downturns. The company&#39;s vast experience in medical robotics, artificial intelligence and mechatronics has kept it at the forefront of the MedTech industry.
In August, SYK launched the Pangea Plating System, which received FDA clearance in late 2023. The Pangea System offers variable-angle plating for diverse patient demographics with a comprehensive and adaptable portfolio. With the Pangea System, Stryker has become a key partner for trauma-related products, including plates, nails and external fixation devices, supported by dedicated staff and excellent service.
In June, Stryker introduced the LIFEPAK 35 monitor/defibrillator, a device featuring advanced technology aimed at improving workflow efficiency and providing advanced clinical solutions for emergency responders and healthcare professionals. Additionally, the company launched the Gamma4 Hip Fracture Nailing System in Germany on June 4.
In addition to expanding organically, Stryker has bolstered its expansion by way of acquisitions. Last month, the company completed the buyout of Vertos Medical, a privately held company providing a minimally invasive solution for treating chronic lower back pain caused by lumbar spinal stenosis.As a result of the acquisition, Stryker is set to expand its minimally invasive pain management portfolio with differentiated treatments and expand its reach across ambulatory surgery centers.
In June, Stryker also acquired care.ai, a privately held company specializing in AI-assisted virtual care workflows, smart room technology and ambient intelligence solutions. The company closed the acquisition of NICO Corporation, a privately held company providing a systematic approach to minimally invasive surgery for tumor and intracerebral hemorrhage procedures, in September.
SYK also announced the completion of the acquisition of MOLLI Surgical Inc., a privately held company specializing in the development of wire-free soft tissue localization technology for breast-conserving surgery, in August. In July, Stryker completed the previously announced acquisition of Artelon, a privately held company specializing in innovative soft tissue fixation products for foot and ankle and sports medicine procedures.
<h2>Risk Factors</h2>
As Stryker continues to acquire a large number of companies, which improves revenue opportunities, it is also likely to add to integration risks, putting gross and operating margins under pressure. Frequent acquisitions may affect the company&#39;s balance sheet in the form of a high level of goodwill and intangible assets.
A negative change in exchange rates is also a threat to SYK&#39;s core operations. The trend is likely to continue for the rest of 2024, though, at a slower pace. The company is also facing inflationary pressure, leading to lower margins.
<h2>A Look at Estimates</h2>
SYK&#39;s EPS for fiscal 2024 and 2025 is projected to increase 13.2% and 12.1% to $12.00 and $13.45 on a year-over-year basis, respectively.&nbsp; The Zacks Consensus Estimate for EPS for fiscal 2024 and 2025 has remained stable over the past 30 days.
Revenues for fiscal 2024 and 2025 are anticipated to rise 9.2% and 7.8%, respectively, to $22.37 billion and $24.12 billion on a year-over-year basis.
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<h3>Stryker Corporation Price</h3>
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<h2>Stocks to Consider</h2>
Some better-ranked stocks in the broader medical space are&nbsp;Universal Health Service&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/uhs#NYSE">UHS</a>),&nbsp;Quest Diagnostics&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/dgx#NYSE">DGX</a>) and&nbsp;Baxter International&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/bax#NYSE">BAX</a>), each carrying a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).
Universal Health Service has an estimated long-term growth rate of 19%. UHS&#39; earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average being 14.58%.
Universal Health Service has gained 47% compared with the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;47.7% rise so far this year.
Quest Diagnostics has an estimated long-term growth rate of 6.2%. DGX&#39;s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 3.31%.
Quest Diagnostics shares have gained 12.3% so far this year compared with the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;19% rise.
Baxter&#39;s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 3.74%.
BAX&#39;s shares have declined 6.9% so far this year against the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;13.3% growth.
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Stryker Stock Gains 18.6% YTD: What's Driving its Share Price?

Evercore ISI Group analyst Vijay Kumar maintains Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) with a Outperform and raises the price target from $365 to $380.

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Evercore ISI Group Maintains Outperform on Stryker, Raises Price Target to $380

Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 2.43% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 10.87%. Currently, Stryker has a market capitalization of $136.64 billion. 
Buying $1000 In SYK: If an investor had bought $1000 of SYK stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $7,591.24 today based on a price of $358.56 for SYK at the time of writing.
<h3>Stryker's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Stryker 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Each week,&nbsp;Benzinga's Stock Whisper Index&nbsp;uses a combination of proprietary data and pattern recognition to showcase five stocks that are just under the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-whisper-index" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">surface and deserve attention</a>.
Investors are constantly on the hunt for undervalued, under-followed and emerging stocks. With countless methods available to retail traders, the challenge often lies in sifting through the abundance of information to uncover new opportunities and understand why certain stocks should be of interest.
Here&#8217;s a look at the Benzinga Stock Whisper Index for the week of Sept. 20:
Barrick Gold (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOLD#NYSE">GOLD</a>): The gold-mining company saw increased interest from readers this week on the heels of a 50 basis point cut to interest rates by the Federal Reserve, which saw gold prices rise. The interest also comes after Barrick Gold CEO Mark Bristow spoke at the Gold Forum Americas earlier this week and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40915786/barrick-forecasts-strong-organic-growth-by-2030-ceo-bristow-touts-undervaluation"> said the company expects </a>30% growth in gold-equivalent ounces by the end of the decade from its existing assets. 
Bristow's comments emphasized the company's current mines and those in development, as the industry experiences a surge in merger and acquisition activity. The CEO also highlighted how the company is expanding its copper portfolio, which could be something exciting to watch for investors.
Barrick shares were down 2% over the last five trading days, as seen on the <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent092024&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro chart</a> below. The stock is up 14% year-to-date in 2024.
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Galmed Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLMD#NASDAQ">GLMD</a>): The biopharmaceutical company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/09/40941193/galmed-pharmaceuticals-stock-is-soaring-thursday-heres-why">saw shares soar </a>during the week after an announcement on drug development activities. Galmed plans to add drug developments that target cardiac fibrosis and colorectal and hepatic cancers. The company will release data from the studies during the fourth quarter.
"The conditions Galmed plans to focus upon in the coming years are major public health problems impacting millions of people worldwide and posing huge financial burden on health providers," Galmed CEO Allen Baharaff said.
Large interest in Galmed saw shares halted several times during the trading week. Helping with volatility in the biopharmaceutical company is the low-float of the stock with around 625,000 shares available according to Benzinga Pro. Low-float stocks can often see high volatility on company announcements.
The stock was up 160% over the last five days and up nearly 100% year-to-date in 2024.
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ServiceNow Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>): The software company is seeing a large increase in interest from readers ahead of its third-quarter financial results. Analysts expect the company to report revenue of $2.74 billion, up from $2.29 billion in last year's third quarter.
The company has beaten analyst revenue estimates in six straight quarters. Analysts expect the company to report earnings per share of $3.46, up from $2.92 in last year's third quarter. ServiceNow has beaten earnings estimates from analysts in more than 20 straight quarters.
The company's earnings report will show investors and analysts whether revenue growth and AI platform demand are continuing to strengthen. The company saw subscription revenue up 23% year-over-year in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39944577/servicenow-q2-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-servicenow-intends-to-reinvent-every-workflow-in-every">the second quarter </a>and said it was helping meet demand from CEOs looking for new growth as ServiceNow reinvents "every workflow, in every company, in every industry with GenAI at the core."
ServiceNow shares are up 4% over the last five days and up 34% year-to-date.
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Deutsche Bank (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DB#NYSE">DB</a>): It's not every week that a bank stock makes its way on the Stock Whisper Index, but here we are. Deutsche Bank saw strong interest from readers, which could be due to bank stocks getting a lift after the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/24/09/40928301/interest-rates-in-free-fall-what-it-means-for-mortgages-credit-cards-and-your-wallet-a">interest rate cut was announced.</a> 
The move could see lenders have their balance sheets strengthened going forward and see increased demand for loan activity. Deutsche Bank reports third-quarter financial results in October and could comment on demand and what the future looks like for the company and the sector.
Shares were up 5% over the last five days and 24% year-to-date.
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Stryker Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>): The medical equipment company saw strong interest from readers during the week, which comes on the heels of acquisition announcements, new products <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SYK/analyst-ratings">and analyst notes</a>. 
The company recently unveiled new foot and ankle solutions that can help restore limb length. Stryker closed its acquisition of privately held care.ai, a company helping with AI-assisted virtual care workflows and smart room technology. The company said the acquisition will help accelerate its digital vision and could expand its healthcare IT business. 
On Friday, Stryker closed its acquisition of NICO Corporation, a company with a surgery method for tumor and intracerebral hemorrhage procedures. Stryker also announced an acquisition of pain management company Vertos Medical in August. Together, the acquisitions and new products could have investors excited about the company's future and its potential diversification efforts.
Piper Sandler recently maintained an Overweight rating and a $380 price target on the stock. Wolfe Research initiated coverage with an Outperform rating and a $405 price target.
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
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<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PFE</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$65.0K</td>
<td>37.5K</td>
<td>2.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MRNA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/27/24</td>
<td>$70.00</td>
<td>$26.2K</td>
<td>814</td>
<td>482</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SRPT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
<td>$25.3K</td>
<td>972</td>
<td>303</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EW</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$67.50</td>
<td>$196.0K</td>
<td>7</td>
<td>201</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EXAS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$62.50</td>
<td>$90.0K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ILMN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>09/20/24</td>
<td>$128.00</td>
<td>$32.6K</td>
<td>6</td>
<td>200</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AMGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$315.00</td>
<td>$105.3K</td>
<td>561</td>
<td>174</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ALGN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$155.00</td>
<td>$55.5K</td>
<td>0</td>
<td>150</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>SYK</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$98.7K</td>
<td>10</td>
<td>57</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>RPRX</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/17/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$50.2K</td>
<td>43</td>
<td>54</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding PFE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 485 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $65.0K, with a price of $325.0 per contract. There were 37533 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2165 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MRNA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRNA#NASDAQ">MRNA</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 9 day(s) on September 27, 2024. Parties traded 104 contract(s) at a $70.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 15 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $26.2K, with a price of $252.0 per contract. There were 814 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 482 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding SRPT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRPT#NASDAQ">SRPT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 30 day(s) on October 18, 2024. Parties traded 59 contract(s) at a $130.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.3K, with a price of $430.0 per contract. There were 972 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 303 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For EW (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 485 day(s) on January 16, 2026. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $67.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $196.0K, with a price of $980.0 per contract. There were 7 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 201 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For EXAS (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EXAS#NASDAQ">EXAS</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 121 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $62.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $90.0K, with a price of $450.0 per contract. There were 1039 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 200 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ILMN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ILMN#NASDAQ">ILMN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 2 day(s) on September 20, 2024. Parties traded 102 contract(s) at a $128.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 22 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $32.6K, with a price of $320.0 per contract. There were 6 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 200 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AMGN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMGN#NASDAQ">AMGN</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 121 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 70 contract(s) at a $315.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $105.3K, with a price of $1505.0 per contract. There were 561 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 174 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ALGN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALGN#NASDAQ">ALGN</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 211 day(s) on April 17, 2025. Parties traded 150 contract(s) at a $155.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $55.5K, with a price of $370.0 per contract. There were 0 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 150 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For SYK (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 275 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 30 contract(s) at a $380.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 11 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $98.7K, with a price of $3290.0 per contract. There were 10 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 57 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For RPRX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RPRX#NASDAQ">RPRX</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 211 day(s) on April 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 54 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $50.2K, with a price of $930.0 per contract. There were 43 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 54 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
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Stryker Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) shares are trading <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" rel="noreferrer noopener">marginally lower on Wednesday.</a>
The company announced the addition of two new products to its Foot &amp; Ankle portfolio – the Osteotomy Truss System and Ankle Truss System, recently <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/09/b40812066/stryker-expands-foot-ankle-portfolio-with-specialized-offerings-designed-to-enhance-surgical-preci" rel="noreferrer noopener">acquired from 4WEB Medical</a>.
The new Ankle Truss System, featuring Arthrosphere and Arthrocube implants, is a groundbreaking solution for restoring limb length and ensuring structural stability during tibiotalocalcaneal fusions.
&#8220;The addition of the ATS and the integration of Artelon reflects our commitment to providing surgeons with enhanced orthopaedic solutions to achieve the best possible patient outcomes,&#8221; said Michael Rankin, vice president of marketing and medical education of Stryker&#8217;s Foot &amp; Ankle business.
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Utilizing Truss Implant Technology, the ATS implants have an open architecture designed to deliver robust support and facilitate successful fusion.
The Osteotomy Truss System includes Cotton, Evans, and Utility wedges, providing a complete solution for various osteotomy procedures. Designed for internal bone fixation and osteotomies in the foot and ankle, this system is now available for clinical use.
Yesterday, Piper Sandler analyst Matt O&#8217;Brien maintained Stryker with an Overweight rating and a $380&nbsp;price target.
In addition, Wolfe Research analyst Mike Polark initiates coverage on Stryker with an Outperform rating and announces a $405 price forecast.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, SYK stock has gained over 10% in 2023. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IHI#NYSE">IHI</a>) and&nbsp;Trust for Professional Managers Jensen Quality Growth ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JGRW#NYSE">JGRW</a>).
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Stryker Unveils New Foot & Ankle Solutions With Truss Implants: Details

The company to feature new products at American Orthopaedic Foot &amp; Ankle Society Annual Meeting
Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), a global leader in medical technologies, announced the addition of two new products to its Foot &amp; Ankle portfolio – the Osteotomy Truss System&#x2122; (OTS) and Ankle Truss System&#x2122; (ATS), recently acquired from 4WEB Medical. The company will feature both the OTS and ATS, the newly acquired Artelon portfolio, and other products at the <a href="https://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aofas.org%2Fannual-meeting&amp;esheet=54119480&amp;newsitemid=20240911818131&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=American+Orthopaedic+Foot+%26amp%3B+Ankle+Society+%28AOFAS%29+Annual+Meeting&amp;index=1&amp;md5=95b75bc574f01a0eb6af7025062ea35a">American Orthopaedic Foot &amp; Ankle Society (AOFAS) Annual Meeting</a> taking place in Vancouver, Canada from Sept. 11-14, 2024.
The new Ankle Truss System (ATS), which includes Arthrosphere&#xAE; and Arthrocube&#x2122; implants, is an innovative product designed to restore limb length while providing structural integrity for the limb during tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) fusions. The ATS implants feature Truss Implant Technology&#x2122;, offering an open architecture designed to provide structural support and promote fusion. It is cleared for use with Stryker's T2 Ankle Arthrodesis Nail or Valor Hindfoot Fusion Nail and will be readily available in three different shapes to enable expedited scheduling of surgeries for patients requiring immediate ankle fusion. The Osteotomy Truss System (OTS) is comprised of Cotton, Evans, and Utility wedges, which offers a comprehensive solution for all of a surgeon's osteotomy needs. It is indicated for internal bone fixation and osteotomies in the foot and ankle and is currently available for use. The ATS will debut at the AOFAS annual meeting and will be available in the coming months.

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Stryker Expands Foot & Ankle Portfolio With The Osteotomy Truss System And Ankle Truss System), Recently Acquired From 4WEB Medical; Will Feature Both The OTS And ATS, The Newly Acquired Artelon Portfolio, And Other Products At The AOFAS Annual Meeting

Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 3.02% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.51%. Currently, Stryker has a market capitalization of $138.82 billion. 
Buying $1000 In SYK: If an investor had bought $1000 of SYK stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $7,647.96 today based on a price of $364.29 for SYK at the time of writing.
<h3>Stryker's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Here's How Much You Would Have Made Owning Stryker Stock In The Last 15 Years

Piper Sandler analyst Matt O'Brien maintains Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) with a Overweight and maintains $380 price target.

Piper Sandler Maintains Overweight on Stryker, Maintains $380 Price Target

Wolfe Research analyst Mike Polark initiates coverage on Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) with a Outperform rating and announces Price Target of $405.

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Wolfe Research Initiates Coverage On Stryker with Outperform Rating, Announces Price Target of $405

Across the recent three months, 11 analysts have shared their insights on Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
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<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Stryker, revealing an average target of $370.73, a high estimate of $402.00, and a low estimate of $345.00. This upward trend is evident, with the current average reflecting a 0.49% increase from the previous average price target of $368.91.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1724864413_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Stryker. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
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<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>
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<td>Ryan Zimmerman</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$374.00</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matt Miksic</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$402.00</td>
<td>$374.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Newitter</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$364.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mike Matson</td>
<td>Needham</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$393.00</td>
<td>$392.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Zimmerman</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$372.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rick Wise</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Danielle Antalffy</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$366.00</td>
<td>$351.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shagun Singh</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$386.00</td>
<td>$386.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Drew Ranieri</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Zimmerman</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$372.00</td>
<td>$369.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Vijay Kumar</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Stryker. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Analysts assign qualitative assessments to stocks, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey the analysts' expectations for the relative performance of Stryker compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts gauge the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Stryker's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Stryker's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SYK/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Stryker analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Stryker Better</h2>
Stryker designs, manufactures, and markets an array of medical equipment, instruments, consumable supplies, and implantable devices. The product portfolio includes hip and knee replacements, extremities, endoscopy systems, operating room equipment, embolic coils, hospital beds and gurneys, and orthopedic robotics. Stryker remains one of the three largest competitors in reconstructive orthopedic implants and holds the leadership position in operating room equipment. Just over one fourth of Stryker's total revenue currently comes from outside the United States.
<h3>Stryker: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: Boasting an elevated market capitalization, the company surpasses industry averages. This signals substantial size and strong market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Stryker displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 8.53%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's 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: Stryker's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 15.22%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Stryker's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.24% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.1%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: Stryker's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.62.
<h2>Analyst Ratings: Simplified</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Deep Dive Into Stryker Stock: Analyst Perspectives (11 Ratings)

BTIG analyst Ryan Zimmerman maintains Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $360 to $374.

BTIG Maintains Buy on Stryker, Raises Price Target to $374

Stryker Corporation&nbsp;(NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/syk#NYSE">SYK</a>) recently announced a definitive agreement to acquire Vertos Medical Inc., a privately held company providing a minimally invasive solution for treating chronic lower back pain caused by lumbar spinal stenosis.
As a result of the acquisition, Stryker is set to expand its minimally invasive pain management portfolio with differentiated treatments and expand its reach across ambulatory surgery centers.
<h2>More on the News</h2>
A significant number of individuals worldwide are impacted by lumbar spinal stenosis, which is the leading cause of pain and impairment. Nowadays, patients prefer quicker recovery periods and faster return to their regular lives. Thus, they are looking for the least invasive therapy alternatives. Vertos Medical&#39;s mild procedure provides a solution for pain relief and is likely to improve mobility without the need for major surgery.
This acquisition is likely to boost Stryker&#39;s minimally invasive pain management portfolio as the company continues to help its customers in restoring patients&#39; quality of life with interventional solutions to address chronic pain.
This transaction is subject to customary closing conditions. Stryker and Vertos Medical are likely to continue to operate as separate entities and proceed with business as usual until the transaction closes.
<h2>More on Stryker&#39;s Past Acquisitions</h2>
Stryker has been following an acquisition-driven strategy to boost its growth profile.
In August, Stryker announced the completion of the acquisition of MOLLI Surgical Inc., a privately held company specializing in the development of wire-free soft tissue localization technology for breast-conserving surgery. As a result of the acquisition, MOLLI&#39;s portfolio is likely to boost Stryker&#39;s commitment to advancing surgical solutions in breast cancer care.
In July, Stryker completed the previously announced acquisition of Artelon, a privately held company specializing in innovative soft tissue fixation products for foot and ankle and sports medicine procedures. The acquisition highlighted Stryker&#39;s commitment to providing distinctive ligament and tendon reconstruction solutions and strengthening the company&#39;s product line in the soft tissue fixation sector.
In 2023, the company acquired several companies to increase its offerings. These include Cerus, which designs, develops and manufactures neurovascular products used for the treatment of hemorrhagic stroke. The business has been integrated with Stryker&#39;s Neurovascular business.
In 2022, Stryker acquired Vocera Communications, entering into the fast-growing digital care coordination and communications segment. In 2021, the company acquired a medical device company, TMJ Concepts, that manufactures patient-specific temporomandibular joint reconstruction prosthesis systems. &nbsp;Stryker also acquired privately-held OrthoSensor in the same year to advance in the field of smart device technologies, including intraoperative sensors, wearables and smart implants.
Per management, these buyouts continue to represent Stryker&#39;s focus on its strategy of boosting category leadership and market-leading growth.
<h2>Industry Prospects</h2>
Per a report by Grand View Research, the global pain management devices market was estimated to be $6.92 billion in 2022 and is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 9.5% from 2023 to 2030.
The growing prevalence of chronic conditions is one of the key aspects anticipated to contribute to the market&#39;s growth during the forecast period. The increasing prevalence of lifestyle diseases, such as diabetes and obesity, has boosted the demand for nerve and&nbsp;muscle stimulators. The rising prevalence of hypertension or trauma is another significant factor expected to propel market growth.
Given the market potential, Stryker&#39;s acquisition of Vertos Medical is likely to boost the company&#39;s business and generate additional revenues.
<h2>Notable Developments</h2>
In May 2024, Stryker announced the successful completion of the first European surgeries using the Infinity Total Ankle System with Adaptis and Everlast technology. Infinity with Adaptis builds on the legacy of the original Infinity Total Ankle, with a decade of clinical use.
In February, Stryker announced the successful completion of the first shoulder arthroplasty surgeries using Blueprint Mixed Reality Guidance in Europe. The Blueprint MR Guidance System allows surgeons and their instruments to be guided by 3D images and guidance widgets, which can be displayed on the patient and in the surgeon&#39;s line of sight without disrupting normal workflow.
<h2>Price Performance</h2>
For the past six months, SYK shares have rallied 17.2% compared with the industry&#39;s rise of 9.2%. The S&amp;P 500 increased 17.9% in the same time frame.
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<h2>Zacks Rank &amp; Other Stocks to Consider</h2>
SYK carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) at present.
Some other top-ranked stocks in the broader medical space are&nbsp;Universal Health Service,&nbsp;Quest Diagnostics&nbsp;and&nbsp;ABM Industries. While Universal Health Service sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), Quest Diagnostics and ABM Industries carry a Zacks Rank #2.
Universal Health Service has an estimated long-term growth rate of 19%. UHS&#39; earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average being 14.58%.
Universal Health Service has gained 41.1% compared with the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;34.8% rise so far this year.
Quest Diagnostics has an estimated long-term growth rate of 6.20%. DGX&#39;s earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, with the average surprise being 3.31%.
Quest Diagnostics shares have gained 3.7% so far this year compared with the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;10.2% rise.
ABM Industries&#39; earnings surpassed estimates in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 7.34%.
ABM&#39;s shares have risen 24.1% so far this year compared with the&nbsp;industry&#39;s&nbsp;11.9% growth.
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Stryker's Inks Deal to Aid Its Pain Management Portfolio

Cardinal Health Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cah#NYSE">CAH</a>) is a global pharmaceutical and medical products distributor serving over 100,000 hospitals. It&#39;s also the largest distributor of medical supplies and surgical products in the United States. Cardinal Health provides medical supplies and specialty therapeutics to 90% of the hospitals in the United States, as well as 60,000 pharmacies and over 10,000 specialty physician offices.
The rising trend in acute care utilization from emergency rooms, ambulatory and surgical care centers, and inpatient hospital visits has helped drive record results for the company. The stock is also a dividend aristocrat, having raised its dividend for nearly 40 consecutive years.
Cardinal Health operates in the medical sector with major healthcare services companies like McKesson Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/mck#NYSE">MCK</a>), Stryker Co. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/syk#NYSE">SYK</a>), and Cencora Inc. (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/cor#NYSE">COR</a>).
<h2>Cardinal Health&#39;s Massive Portfolio and Reach </h2>
The company&#39;s professional products range from durable medical equipment to anesthesia supplies, personal protective equipment (PPE), lab supplies, and surgical equipment. It carries over 46,000 home healthcare products to over 3.4 million patients. Its digital ecosystem supports medication adherence to over 23 million patients and over 60 payers. The company offers numerous tailored services, including data and analytics, to improve cost efficiencies, workflows, and waste reduction for ambulatory surgery centers, hospitals, pharmacies, and labs. They even provide customer packaging solutions to pharmaceuticals through its 60,000-square-foot facility with automated and semi-automated equipment accommodating small and large-volume batches and projects in compliance with all FDA standards.
<h2>Cardinal Health: Expanding Its Specialty Business </h2>
Cardinal continues to expand its specialty business, which focuses on distributing and servicing specialty pharmaceuticals, pharmacies, and physician practices. It offers technology platforms that help manage inventory, track patient outcomes, manage reimbursement cycles, and improve efficiency for pharmacies and practices. Specialty therapeutics include a wide array of high-cost, complex medications that often require special storage, handling, and patient support programs. In January 2024, the company agreed to acquire Specialty Networks for $1.2 billion in cash to accelerate growth in its Specialty business. &nbsp;
<img alt="Cardinal Health CAH stock chart" class="aligncenter" src="https://www.marketbeat.com/logos/articles/med_20240818185626_chartb-cah.jpg" style="height:750px; width:915px" />
<h2>CAH Stocks Forms a Cup and Handle Breakout Pattern </h2>
The daily candlestick chart for CAH illustrates a cup and handle breakout pattern. The cup lip line at $105.08 was tested on Aug. 8, 2024. The pullback formed the handle staging the rally into its earnings release. CAH gapped to the cup lip line and proceeded to break out higher after testing the support for two days. The daily relative strength index (RSI) has bounced to the 75-band. Pullback support levels are at $105.08, $102.81, $98.79, and $96.05.
<h2>Cardinal Health Beats Top and Bottom Line Estimates </h2>
The fiscal fourth-quarter 2024 earnings report indicated strong top- and bottom-line acceleration. Cardinal Health reported EPS of $1.84, which beat the consensus analyst estimates for $1.74 by 10 cents. Its non-GAAP operating earnings rose 14% to $605 million. Segment profit increases in the Global Medical Products and Distribution and Pharmaceuticals and Specialty Solutions segments primarily drove the growth. Revenues grew 12.1% YoY to $59.87 billion, which also beat the consensus analyst estimate of $58.74 billion.
Fiscal 2024 operating cash flow and adjusted free cash flow reached all-time highs of $3.8 billion and $3.9 billion, respectively. Fiscal full-year 2024 revenues rose 11% YoY to $226.8 billion. Full-year non-GAAP diluted EPS rose 29% to $7.53.
<h2>Cardinal Health Raises Its Guidance </h2>
The company issued upside fiscal full-year 2025 non-GAAP EPS of $7.55 to $7.70 versus $7.53 consensus estimates, raising it from previous guidance of $7.50. Full-year revenue is expected to grow 10% to 12% YoY. Its Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions segment is expected to see revenues decline 4% to 6% YoY. Its Global Medical Products and Distribution (GMPD) segment is expected to see 3% to 5% revenue growth. Other revenue is expected to grow 10% to 12% YoY.
Cardinal Health CEO Jason Hollar commented, &quot;We delivered robust cash flow generation, continued profit growth in the Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions segment and significant improvement driven by our GMPD Improvement Plan. We enter the new fiscal year with momentum and confidence, evidenced by our raised fiscal year 2025 guidance.&quot;
CAH analyst ratings and price targets are at MarketBeat. There are 12 analyst ratings on CAH stock, comprised of seven Buys, two Holds, and one Sell. Consensus analyst price targets point to a 7% upside at $117.45.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/cardinal-health-soars-americas-leading-acute-care-supplier">Cardinal Health Soars as America&#39;s Leading Acute Care Supplier</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

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Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), a global leader in medical technologies, announced today a definitive agreement to acquire Vertos Medical Inc., a privately held company providing a minimally invasive solution for treating chronic lower back pain caused by lumbar spinal stenosis.
Lumbar spinal stenosis affects millions of people globally and is a leading cause of pain and disability. Patients today are seeking minimally invasive treatment options, valuing reduced recovery times and quicker returns to daily life. Vertos Medical's mild&#xAE; procedure provides a solution for pain relief and may improve mobility1,2 without the need for major surgery.

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Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 4.48% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.31%. Currently, Stryker has a market capitalization of $130.95 billion. 
Buying $100 In SYK: If an investor had bought $100 of SYK stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $415.06 today based on a price of $343.62 for SYK at the time of writing.
<h3>Stryker's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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$100 Invested In This Stock 10 Years Ago Would Be Worth $400 Today

Stryker's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) short percent of float has fallen 17.76% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 3.18 million shares sold short, which is 0.88% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.83 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Stryker Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Stryker has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Stryker's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Stryker's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.62%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Stryker (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 3.18% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.07%. Currently, Stryker has a market capitalization of $126.23 billion. 
Buying $100 In SYK: If an investor had bought $100 of SYK stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $812.60 today based on a price of $331.25 for SYK at the time of writing.
<h3>Stryker's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1723215629_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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