Stryker (SYK) Q2 2025 Earnings Call July 31, 2025 04:30 PM ET Company ParticipantsKevin Lobo - Chair & CEOJason Beach - Vice President of Finance & Investor RelationsPreston Wells - VP & CFOJoanne Wuensch. - Managing DirectorTravis Steed - MD - Equity ResearchVijay Kumar - Senior MDChris Pasquale - Partner - Medical Devices & SuppliesRichard Newitter - Managing DirectorMatthew Aspro - Senior Associate - US Medtech Equity ResearchCaitlin Cronin - DirectorEric Anderson - Equity ResearchConference Call Partici ...

Stryker (SYK) Q2 2025 Earnings Call July 31, 2025 04:30 PM ET Speaker0Welcome to the Second Quarter twenty twenty five Stryker Earnings Call. My name is Megan and I'll be your operator for today's call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. Following the conference, we will conduct a question and answer session. This conference call is being recorded for replay purposes.Before we begin, I would like to remind you that the discussions during this conference call will include forward looki ...

Second Quarter Results Portage, Michigan - July 31, 2025 - Stryker (NYSE:SYK) reported operating results for the second quarter of 2025: Exhibit 99.1 STRYKER REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2025 OPERATING RESULTS | | | | Second Quarter Net Sales Growth Overview | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | Foreign Currency | Acquisitions / | | | | | Reported | Exchange | Constant Currency Divestitures | | Organic | | MedSurg and Neurotechnology | 17.3 % | 0.6 % | 16.7 % | 5.7 % | 11.0 % | | Orthopaedics | 2.0 | ...

Core Insights - Stryker reported a consolidated net sales of $6.0 billion for Q2 2025, reflecting an 11.1% increase compared to the previous year, with organic net sales growing by 10.2% [2][14][24] - The company experienced strong growth in its MedSurg and Neurotechnology segments, with net sales increasing by 17.3% to $3.8 billion, while Orthopaedics saw a modest growth of 2.0% to $2.2 billion [2][3][24] - Adjusted net earnings for the quarter reached $1.2 billion, marking an 11.6% increase, with adjusted earnings per diluted share rising to $3.13, up 11.4% [4][14][24] Sales Performance - Total net sales growth was driven by a combination of increased unit volume and higher prices, with organic net sales growth of 10.2% attributed to 9.7% from unit volume and 0.5% from price increases [2][24] - MedSurg and Neurotechnology segment's organic net sales increased by 11.0%, while Orthopaedics' organic net sales grew by 9.0% [2][3][24] - The U.S. market contributed significantly, with reported sales of $4.6 billion, reflecting a 12.5% increase, while international sales grew by 6.8% [24][28] Earnings Analysis - Reported net earnings for the quarter were $884 million, a 7.2% increase, with a diluted earnings per share of $2.29, up 7.0% [4][14][24] - Adjusted gross profit margin was reported at 65.4%, while adjusted operating income margin increased to 25.7%, up 110 basis points [4][14][24] - The company raised its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting organic net sales growth of 9.5% to 10.0% and adjusted net earnings per diluted share in the range of $13.40 to $13.60 [5][6] Market Outlook - Stryker anticipates a modestly favorable pricing impact and a slight positive effect from foreign exchange rates on sales and adjusted net earnings per diluted share [6][7] - The estimated net impact from tariffs in 2025 is approximately $175 million, reflecting recent updates in trade policies [7]

Key Takeaways SYK Q2 revenue is expected to grow 9.9% to $5.96B, with EPS rising 8.9% to $3.06.SYK's Mako and MedSurg businesses likely drove growth, aided by new product rollouts and pricing.SYK faces early impact from tariffs, with $200M full-year cost expected to intensify in H2 2025.Stryker Corporation (SYK) is scheduled to release second-quarter 2025 results on July 31, after market close. In the last reported quarter, the company delivered an earnings surprise of 4.03%.Q2 EstimatesThe Zacks Consensus ...

Company Overview - Inari Medical, now part of Stryker, has launched the next-generation InThrill Thrombectomy System, which is the first and only purpose-built small vessel and arteriovenous (AV) access thrombectomy system designed for fast, full luminal clot removal [1][2][3]. Product Features - The InThrill Thrombectomy System is an 8 French over-the-wire system that includes the InThrill thrombectomy catheter and sheath, optimized to set a new standard for AV access and small vessel thrombectomy [3]. - Key features of the InThrill system include increased radial force for improved luminal wall apposition, an offset single open mouth for optimized clot capture, internal struts for even clot distribution, and a redesigned backend for enhanced ergonomics [9]. Clinical Application - The system is indicated for the non-surgical removal of thrombi and emboli from blood vessels, including arteriovenous fistulae and grafts for dialysis access, as well as for the injection, infusion, and aspiration of contrast media and other fluids [7]. Market Impact - The launch of the InThrill Thrombectomy System reflects Stryker's commitment to addressing real-world challenges in vascular care, enhancing collaboration with physicians in the vascular space [4]. - Stryker, as a global leader in medical technologies, impacts over 150 million patients annually through innovative products and services [4]. Acquisition Context - Stryker acquired Inari Medical on February 19, 2025, with the aim of transforming the treatment of patients suffering from venous and other diseases [5].

Core Insights - The article highlights the significant increase in CEO compensation within the global medical technology sector, with the top ten MedTech CEOs earning nearly $680 million in total, reflecting an average year-on-year increase of 46% [1]. Group 1: CEO Compensation Overview - DaVita's CEO, Javier Rodriguez, saw his total income rise to $164.07 million, a staggering increase of 317.29%, primarily due to the cashing out of a high-value stock option granted in 2019 [4]. - Thermo Fisher Scientific's CEO, Marc Casper, earned a total of $116.32 million, up 43.85%, following a strategic acquisition of Olink for $3.1 billion [7]. - Stryker's CEO, Kevin Lobo, reported a total income of $78.94 million, a 32.46% increase, driven by significant acquisitions and internal growth strategies [10]. - Boston Scientific's CEO, Michael Mahoney, achieved a total income of $63.31 million, marking a 64.88% increase, largely due to the success of the Farapulse system and multiple acquisitions [13]. - Intuitive's former CEO, Gary Guthart, earned $54.99 million, a 31.50% increase, as he oversaw major upgrades to the da Vinci platform [16]. - Solventum's CEO, Bryan Hanson, reported a total income of $44.40 million, an 85.80% increase, following the company's successful IPO and strategic divestitures [19]. - Abbott's CEO, Robert Ford, earned $41.15 million, a 36.30% increase, as the company returned to growth post-COVID [22]. - Johnson & Johnson MedTech's CEO, Joaquin Duato, experienced a decline in total income to $40.12 million, down 18.63%, despite the company's revenue growth [25]. - Masimo's former CEO, Joe Kiani, earned $38.11 million, a 54.73% increase, despite being ousted from the company [28]. - Danaher's CEO, Rainer Blair, reported a total income of $38.10 million, a 17.16% increase, as the company shifted focus from acquisitions to internal innovation [30]. Group 2: Trends in Executive Compensation - The article notes that stock option cash-outs significantly influenced the income spikes for CEOs at companies like DaVita and Intuitive, with some executives earning over $100 million in a single year [31]. - There is a trend towards increasing performance-based incentives, as seen in companies like Thermo Fisher and Abbott, which are moving away from time-based RSUs to align more closely with shareholder interests [31]. - Organizational changes and leadership transitions at companies like Sonova and Masimo are closely linked to executive compensation, indicating a strategic alignment between pay and company direction [31].

Core Insights - Smith & Nephew (SNN) is currently rated as a better value opportunity compared to Stryker (SYK) based on various financial metrics and rankings [1][7] Valuation Metrics - SNN has a Zacks Rank of 2 (Buy), indicating a positive earnings outlook, while SYK has a Zacks Rank of 3 (Hold) [3] - The forward P/E ratio for SNN is 16.03, significantly lower than SYK's forward P/E of 30.22, suggesting SNN is undervalued [5] - SNN's PEG ratio is 0.97, while SYK's PEG ratio is 2.99, further indicating SNN's better value proposition [5] - SNN has a P/B ratio of 2.63 compared to SYK's P/B of 7.36, reinforcing SNN's favorable valuation metrics [6] - These metrics contribute to SNN's Value grade of A and SYK's Value grade of D, highlighting the disparity in their valuation [6]

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 Global MedTech Top 100 (GMT100) list highlights the dominance of major players in the medical technology industry while showcasing the rise of Chinese and Asia-Pacific companies in the global market [3][4][5]. Global Overview - The top 10 companies continue to dominate the market, with Medtronic leading at a revenue of 239.45 billion RMB for 2024. The total revenue of the top 10 exceeds 1.6 trillion RMB, accounting for over 60% of the total revenue of the list [5][14]. - The list reflects a "pyramid" structure in the medical technology industry, where smaller companies focus on niche markets but show significant innovation and growth potential [10][11]. Regional Distribution - North American companies hold a significant share of the list, with the top 10 generating over 16 trillion RMB in revenue. Asian companies, particularly from China, are increasingly making their presence felt [11][14]. - Chinese companies have shown remarkable performance, with 12 firms making it to the top 100, collectively generating over 200 billion RMB in revenue for 2024, marking a further increase from the previous year [4][14]. Industry Concentration and Future Outlook - The medical technology industry exhibits a "Matthew Effect," where the top 10 companies control over 60% of the market share, while emerging companies challenge traditional players with innovative technologies [13][14]. - The future of the industry is expected to witness significant technological changes and market reshuffling, with the GMT100 serving as a record of these developments [13][14].

Core Insights - The medical device industry witnessed at least 25 M&A events in the first half of 2025, with transaction values ranging from tens of millions to billions of dollars, reflecting trends of industry consolidation, product line synergy, and technology platform enhancement [1] Group 1: M&A Trends - High-value M&A transactions, particularly those over $500 million, are predominantly initiated by foreign enterprises, focusing on treatment areas with clear disease pathways and low penetration rates [2] - Domestic M&A activities are more concentrated on smaller targets, emphasizing efficient resource allocation and channel integration [2] Group 2: Sector-Specific Consolidation - The vascular intervention and device sector saw 9 M&A activities, indicating a core logic of "procedure combination and cross-penetration" among vascular intervention companies [3] - Major acquisitions include Johnson & Johnson's $14.6 billion purchase of Intra-Cellular for CNS innovative drugs, and Stryker's $4.9 billion acquisition of Inari Medical to enhance its position in VTE treatment devices [5] Group 3: Strategic Acquisitions - Companies like Tianyi Medical and Aier Eye Hospital are focusing on strategic acquisitions to enhance their product offerings and regional network efficiency [6] - The acquisition of Nevro by Globus Medical and other similar deals illustrate a diversification in treatment pathways for neurological diseases, integrating drugs, implantable devices, and AI-assisted evaluations [7] Group 4: Digital Health and AI Integration - Acquisitions by Ant Group and Teladoc reflect the acceleration of building comprehensive health platforms that enhance disease management and decision-making capabilities [9] Group 5: Summary of M&A Logic - The current wave of M&A in the medical device sector is characterized by a focus on synergy efficiency and forward-looking strategies, with a notable trend of foreign companies leading high-value acquisitions [10] - The market signals a "consolidation cycle," where domestic companies are encouraged to pursue smaller, strategic acquisitions to expand their capabilities [10]