Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported double-digit organic sales growth of 10.2% and adjusted EPS growth of 11.4% for Q2 2025, despite challenges from tariffs and divestitures [6][14][22] - Adjusted earnings per share reached $3.13, up 11.4% from the same quarter last year, driven by robust sales growth and margin expansion [15][22] - The adjusted gross margin improved to 65.4%, a 120 basis point increase compared to 2024, while the adjusted operating margin was 25.7%, up 110 basis points [21][22] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - MedSurg and Neurotechnology achieved organic sales growth of 11%, with US growth at 12.5% and international growth at 5.7% [15][18] - Instruments saw US organic sales growth of 10.1%, driven by strong performance in Surgical Technologies [15] - Endoscopy reported US organic sales growth of 18.6%, fueled by demand for operating room infrastructure and new product launches [16] - Orthopedics had organic sales growth of 9%, with US growth at 9.7% and international growth at 7.5% [18][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - US organic sales growth was 11.5%, with double-digit growth in endoscopy, neurocranial, trauma, and extremities businesses [6][18] - International sales growth was 6.5%, with notable contributions from South Korea and emerging markets [7][18] - The company anticipates continued strength in procedural volumes and capital demand, supported by healthy hospital capex budgets [10][11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on innovation and maintaining a healthy deal pipeline for future growth opportunities [8][10] - Stryker is well-positioned for the second half of the year, raising its full-year 2025 outlook, including an expected 100 basis points of adjusted operating margin expansion [8][22] - The integration of Inari Medical is progressing, with expectations of double-digit pro forma revenue growth for 2025 [13][66] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the strength of procedural volumes and capital demand, indicating no slowdown in the order book [27][29] - Supply chain issues are primarily limited to the medical segment, with expectations for resolution throughout the year [28][56] - The company remains optimistic about international growth opportunities, despite recent slower growth rates [78] Other Important Information - The company expects a net impact from tariffs of approximately $175 million in 2025, reflecting changes in bilateral agreements and tariff rates [23][24] - The launch of new products, such as LifePack 35, is anticipated to contribute positively to growth in the coming quarters [12][106] Q&A Session Summary Question: What gives confidence to raise organic growth and EPS guidance? - Management cited strong procedural strength and capital demand, with a healthy order book and limited supply issues in the medical segment [27][29] Question: How is the integration of Inari progressing? - The integration is ongoing, with a focus on establishing a Stryker leadership team and addressing destocking issues [66] Question: What is driving the strength in underlying margins? - The strength is attributed to a focus on pricing, manufacturing efficiency, and operational improvements [34][35] Question: How is the capital environment affecting growth? - The capital environment remains strong, with elevated backlog and no signs of slowdown [104] Question: What are the expectations for international growth? - Management expects improved international growth in the second half of the year, despite recent slower rates [78]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported double-digit organic sales growth of 10.2% and adjusted EPS growth of 11.4% for Q2 2025, compared to 9% in Q2 2024 [5][12] - Adjusted earnings per share reached $3.13, up 11.4% from the same quarter last year, driven by robust sales growth and margin expansion [13][20] - Adjusted gross margin improved to 65.4%, a 120 basis point increase over 2024, while adjusted operating margin was 25.7%, up 110 basis points [20][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - MedSurg and Neurotechnology experienced organic sales growth of 11%, with 12.5% growth in the US and 5.7% internationally [12][16] - Instruments had US organic sales growth of 10.1%, driven by strong performance in Surgical Technologies [13] - Endoscopy saw US organic sales growth of 18.6%, fueled by demand for operating room infrastructure and new product launches [14] - Orthopedics achieved organic sales growth of 9%, with US growth of 9.7% and international growth of 7.5% [16][19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - US organic sales growth was 11.5%, with double-digit growth in endoscopy, neurocranial, trauma, and extremities businesses [5][16] - International sales growth was 6.5%, with notable contributions from South Korea and emerging markets [5][16] - The company anticipates continued strength in procedural volumes and capital demand, supported by healthy hospital capex budgets [8][9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on innovation and maintaining a healthy deal pipeline for potential M&A opportunities [6][10] - The integration of Inari Medical is progressing, with expectations of double-digit pro forma revenue growth for 2025 [11][66] - The company is optimistic about international markets as significant growth opportunities, despite current supply chain challenges [5][16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the durability of growth and earnings power across businesses, raising the full-year 2025 outlook [6][22] - The company expects organic net sales growth of 9.5% to 10% and adjusted EPS in the range of $13.4 to $13.6 for 2025 [21][22] - Supply chain issues are expected to persist, particularly in the medical division, but overall demand remains strong [28][56] Other Important Information - The company reached a milestone of 2,000,000 robotic procedures performed with Mako, solidifying its leadership in orthopedic robotics [9] - The launch of new products, including LifePack 35, is on track, with European approval received [10][21] - The company is actively monitoring the impact of Medicaid exchange cuts on elective procedures, noting that it represents an immaterial amount of procedures [69] Q&A Session Summary Question: What gives confidence to raise organic growth and EPS guidance? - Management cited continued procedural strength and strong capital demand as key factors, with supply issues primarily affecting the medical division [25][27] Question: How is the supply issue impacting growth? - Supply issues are limited to the medical division, with expectations for resolution throughout the year, while other segments remain strong [28][56] Question: What is driving the strength in underlying margins? - Focus on pricing, manufacturing efficiency, and operational improvements have contributed to margin strength [34][36] Question: How is the outpatient rule affecting ASC build-out? - Management sees no slowdown in ASC trends, with expectations for continued growth across various specialties [39][40] Question: What is the impact of tariffs on the business? - The estimated net impact from tariffs for 2025 is approximately $175 million, reflecting changes in bilateral agreements and manufacturing locations [43][46] Question: What is the outlook for the Mako robotic system? - The company expects continued momentum in Mako installations, with significant opportunities for growth in operating rooms that do not yet have robots [48][96] Question: How is the integration of Inari progressing? - The integration is on track, with expectations for double-digit growth in 2025 despite some initial challenges [61][66] Question: What are the company's plans for future M&A? - The company has a healthy pipeline for potential acquisitions, with a focus on tuck-in deals and the possibility of larger transactions [100][102]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported robust organic sales growth of 10.1% in Q1 2025, with adjusted EPS of $2.84, reflecting a 13.6% increase compared to Q1 2024 [5][6][16] - The adjusted gross margin improved to 65.5%, up 190 basis points year-over-year, while the adjusted operating margin was 22.9%, an increase of 100 basis points [24][25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - MedSurg and Neurotechnology achieved organic sales growth of 10.7%, with U.S. growth at 11.4% and international growth at 8.2% [16][20] - Orthopedics saw organic sales growth of 9.3%, with U.S. knee business growing 8.3% and hip business growing 7.6% [20][21] - Trauma and Extremities businesses grew 15.2% organically, driven by strong performance in core trauma and upper extremities [22][58] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - U.S. organic sales growth was 10.7%, while international organic sales growth was 8.5%, with notable strength in Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and Europe [15][20] - The company anticipates continued strength in procedural demand, particularly in robotic-assisted surgery [9][10] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company completed the acquisition of Inari Medical, with integration going well and expected to contribute positively to the vascular division [6][12][51] - The company is focused on maintaining double-digit organic sales growth, with guidance for 2025 set at 8.5% to 9.5% [6][27] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the sustainability of growth, citing strong demand and no major red flags in the operating environment [41][42] - The company is taking measures to mitigate the estimated $200 million impact from tariffs through pricing strategies and operational efficiencies [27][34] Other Important Information - The company is recognized for the fifteenth consecutive year on Great Place to Work's list of 100 Best Companies to Work For [7] - The company expects to launch Mako Spine in the second half of 2025 and Mako Shoulder in Q1 2026 [10][12] Q&A Session Summary Question: How is the company absorbing the $200 million tariff impact? - The company plans to offset the tariff impact through strong sales momentum, pricing strategies, and optimizing the supply chain [31][34] Question: What is the outlook for the orthopedics market? - The orthopedics market remains healthy, with strong demand and expectations for growth above the market average [36][37] Question: How is the launch of LifePack 35 progressing? - The launch is going well, with strong order pipelines and positive market reception [68][70] Question: What are the expectations for capital expenditures in 2026? - Early conversations suggest continued strength in capital demand, particularly tied to procedural needs [100][101] Question: How is the integration of Inari going? - The integration is progressing well, with strong early performance and alignment with Stryker's culture [51][52]