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Glaukos Corp is an ophthalmic medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of breakthrough products and procedures designed to transform the treatment of glaucoma. It offers iStent, a micro-bypass stent for insertion in conjunction with cataract surgery for the reduction of intraocular pressure in adult patients with mild-to-moderate open-angle glaucoma. Its product pipeline also consists of an iStent SA trabecular micro-bypass system, a two-stent product that is slightly wider than the iStent Inject and uses a different auto-injection inserter designed for use in a standalone procedure.

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Scorpion Capital, on Friday, disclosed a short seller report on TransMedics Group Inc&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMDX#NASDAQ">TMDX</a>), accusing the organ transplant technology company of fraudulent practices, including kickbacks, billing fraud and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TMDX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">unreported device failures</a>.
Scorpion alleges that TransMedics engages in &#8220;mafia-style&#8221; practices, including coercion, billing fraud, and the manipulation of organ allocation, operating under the guise of a legitimate medical device company.
The report sets a price target of $0.
The company said the allegations are inaccurate and misleading. &#8220;We strongly believe that the claims made in the Scorpion Capital report have no merits and were primarily intended to manipulate the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/01/n42940808/transmedics-responds-to-inaccurate-and-misleading-claims-in-recent-short-seller-report" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">market for financial gains</a>,&#8221; TransMedics said in a statement.
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The report said TransMedics operates like an airline with a medical device component, trading at an expensive valuation of seven times its last 12 months&#8217; revenue.
By a more relevant metric, enterprise value to product sales, the ratio is 10 times – which Scorpion Capital describes as extraordinarily high, especially <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41608129/organ-transplant-medtech-transmedics-q3-performance-disappoints-analyst-outlines-in" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">as sales are declining</a>.
This makes TransMedics the most expensive mid-cap medtech company in the U.S. and the third-highest overall, behind Intuitive Surgical Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) and Glaukos Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>), according to Scorpion Capital. 
Even at a more reasonable multiple of 5 times product sales, TransMedics&#8217; stock would drop to the $30 range.
The company has no free cash flow and only recently turned slightly profitable, a trend likely to reverse with declining sales.
Scorpion stated in its report, &#8220;TransMedics is the most extreme and grotesque healthcare fraud we have encountered, not only for its scale, but because it is predicated on the exploitation of the most vulnerable patients &#8212; the terminally ill, desperate for an organ.&#8221;
The short seller <a target="_blank" href="https://scorpionreports.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/TMDX.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener">alleged</a> that TransMedics &#8220;pushes unsafe, damaged organs rejected by reputable centers, as an unplaced organ means loss of device and aircraft fees, with TransMedics allegedly concealing adverse organ information.&#8221;
Scorpion Capital announced plans to file a Citizen Petition with the FDA, requesting the suspension of Premarket Approval (PMA) for TransMedics&#8217; Organ Care System (OCS). The short seller also said it intends to send a public letter to members of Congress probing abuses in the U.S. organ transplant system.
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11 analysts have expressed a variety of opinions on Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) over the past quarter, offering a diverse set of opinions from bullish to bearish.
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">7</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</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">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets assessed by analysts reveal further insights, featuring an average target of $156.45, a high estimate of $185.00, and a low estimate of $120.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 10.26% from the previous average price target of $141.89.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735671612_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Glaukos is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of 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>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$175.00</td>
<td>$153.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Newitter</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$185.00</td>
<td>$152.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Larry Biegelsen</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$153.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Joanne Wuensch</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$162.00</td>
<td>$132.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Danielle Antalffy</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$182.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Stephan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$153.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Patrick Wood</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ryan Zimmerman</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$149.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Allen Gong</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Larry Biegelsen</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Newitter</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$152.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Glaukos. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive 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 Glaukos compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Glaukos's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GKOS/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Glaukos analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>All You Need to Know About Glaukos</h2>
Glaukos Corp is an ophthalmic medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of breakthrough products and procedures designed to transform the treatment of glaucoma. It offers iStent, a micro-bypass stent for insertion in conjunction with cataract surgery for the reduction of intraocular pressure in adult patients with mild-to-moderate open-angle glaucoma. Its product pipeline also consists of an iStent SA trabecular micro-bypass system, a two-stent product that is slightly wider than the iStent Inject and uses a different auto-injection inserter designed for use in a standalone procedure.
<h3>Glaukos: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Glaukos's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 23.86%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company stands out with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Glaukos's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of -22.15%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Glaukos's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -3.21%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Glaukos's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of -2.32%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.24.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</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 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.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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What 11 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Glaukos

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-stock-ratings">analyst ratings page</a>.
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<li>Citigroup cut the price target for Valley National Bancorp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VLY#NASDAQ">VLY</a>) from $10.5 to $10. Citigroup analyst Ben Gerlinger maintained a Neutral rating. Valley National Bancorp shares closed at $9.12 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VLY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Wells Fargo cut Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SGMO#NASDAQ">SGMO</a>) price target from $3 to $2. Wells Fargo analyst Jim Birchenough maintained an Equal-Weight rating. Sangamo Therapeutics shares closed at $2.34 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SGMO/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Citigroup raised the price target for Pinnacle Financial Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PNFP#NASDAQ">PNFP</a>) from $123 to $132. Citigroup analyst Ben Gerlinger maintained a Buy rating. Pinnacle Financial Partners shares closed at $113.75 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PNFP/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>HC Wainwright &amp; Co. raised the price target for Arqit Quantum Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARQQ#NASDAQ">ARQQ</a>) from $27 to $52. HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Scott Buck maintained a Buy rating. Arqit Quantum shares closed at $43.32 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ARQQ/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Stifel cut Canoo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOEV#NASDAQ">GOEV</a>) price target from $4.5 to $0.5. Stifel analyst Stephen Gengaro downgraded the stock from Buy to Hold. Canoo shares settled at $1.37 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GOEV/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Stifel increased Glaukos Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) price target from $153 to $175. Stifel analyst Thomas Stephan maintained a Buy rating. Glaukos shares closed at $149.51 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GKOS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a> </li>
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Stifel analyst Thomas Stephan maintains Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $153 to $175.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Glaukos, Raises Price Target to $175

Glaukos's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) short percent of float has fallen 3.61% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.57 million shares sold short, which is 7.47% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.63 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>Glaukos Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735218018_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Glaukos 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 Glaukos'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>, Glaukos's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.70%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Glaukos Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>), an ophthalmic pharmaceutical and medical technology company focused on novel therapies for the treatment of glaucoma, corneal disorders and retinal diseases, today announced the submission of its New Drug Application (NDA) to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Epioxa&#x2122; (Epi-on), its next-generation corneal cross-linking iLink therapy for the treatment of keratoconus, a progressive, sight-threatening corneal disease.
"The NDA submission for Epioxa represents an important milestone for our company as it brings us one step closer in being able to provide keratoconus patients and the ophthalmic community with the first FDA-approved, non-invasive corneal cross-linking drug therapy that does not require removal of the corneal epithelium, the outermost layer of the front of the eye," said Thomas Burns, Glaukos chairman and chief executive officer. "We look forward to working closely with the FDA in their pending review process and continue to believe Epioxa, which is designed to reduce procedure times, improve patient comfort and shorten recovery time,represents a potentially meaningful advancement in the treatment paradigm for patients suffering from keratoconus."

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Truist Securities analyst Richard Newitter maintains Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $152 to $185.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Glaukos, Raises Price Target to $185

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Glaukos shares are trading higher after Citigroup upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy and raised its price target from $132 to $162.

Wells Fargo analyst Larry Biegelsen maintains Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $145 to $153.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Glaukos, Raises Price Target to $153

Citigroup analyst Joanne Wuensch upgrades Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) from Neutral to Buy and raises the price target from $132 to $162.

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Citigroup Upgrades Glaukos to Buy, Raises Price Target to $162

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<li>Jefferies analyst Maury Raycroft initiated coverage on Mereo BioPharma Group plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MREO#NASDAQ">MREO</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $7. Mereo BioPharma shares closed at $3.47 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MREO/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan analyst Rohin Patel initiated coverage on Haemonetics Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HAE#NYSE">HAE</a>) with an Overweight rating and announced a price target of $116. Haemonetics shares closed at $80.67 on Thursday. See how other analysts view this stock.</li>
<li>Raymond James analyst Rick Patel initiated coverage on Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) with an Outperform rating and announced a price target of $180. Abercrombie &amp; Fitch shares closed at $149.95 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ANF/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>UBS analyst Danielle Antalffy initiated coverage on Glaukos Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Buy rating and announced a price target of $182. Glaukos shares closed at $135.70 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GKOS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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UBS analyst Danielle Antalffy initiates coverage on Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Buy rating and announces Price Target of $182.

UBS Initiates Coverage On Glaukos with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $182

Glaukos's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) short percent of float has risen 6.52% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.81 million shares sold short, which is 8.17% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.95 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>Glaukos Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1733246117_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Glaukos has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Glaukos'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>, Glaukos's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.73%, which means the company has more 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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How Is The Market Feeling About Glaukos?

Last year, Morgan Stanley upgraded its outlook for the U.S. MedTech sector to &#8220;Attractive,&#8221; believing the concerns around GLP-1s were already reflected in stock prices and that fundamentals were strong.
However, this view didn&#8217;t play out as expected, mainly due to unforeseen, company-specific issues, such as DexCom, Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DXCM#NASDAQ">DXCM</a>) unexpected <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/07/39988466/dexcom-faces-short-term-challenges-but-market-growth-prospects-remain-strong-analys" rel="noreferrer noopener">Q2 channel mix challenges</a>, Edwards Lifesciences Corporation&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EW#NYSE">EW</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/07/39967649/edwards-lifesciences-stock-tumbles-highlights-slowdown-in-tavr-business" rel="noreferrer noopener">slowdown in TAVR procedures</a>, TransMedics Group, Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TMDX#NASDAQ">TMDX</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41608129/organ-transplant-medtech-transmedics-q3-performance-disappoints-analyst-outlines-in" rel="noreferrer noopener">seasonal impacts</a>, and iRhythm Technologies, Inc&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IRTC#NASDAQ">IRTC</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41462205/with-fda-approval-irhythm-may-be-able-to-lift-regulatory-overhang-investor-skeptici" rel="noreferrer noopener">DOJ investigation</a>.
Morgan Stanley is bullish on the MedTech industry as volumes and pipelines continue to be strong into 2025 despite a shakey 2024.
The analyst also adds that MedTech seems less exposed to potential delays from extended FDA regulatory pathways than other healthcare sectors, given its lower reliance on PMAs and clinical-trial-heavy products.
The analyst adds that while single-stock surprises are inevitable, the overall outlook for the sector heading into 2025 remains favorable.
Morgan Stanley upgraded the outlook on Intuitive Surgical Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>) and Stryker Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SYK#NYSE">SYK</a>), moving both to Overweight from Equal-weight, citing:
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<li>ISRG: Strong demand for the Da Vinci Dv5 system is expected to exceed market expectations for <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41406234/intuitive-surgical-posts-q3-earnings-beat-these-analysts-raise-forecasts-on-dv5-upt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">installed base growth</a>.</li>
<li>SYK: While orthopedic procedure volumes face some uncertainty, an estimated $1 billion—$2 billion backlog could drive growth in 2025. The company also benefits from ongoing M&amp;A opportunities <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/09/40819730/stryker-unveils-new-foot-ankle-solutions-with-truss-implants-details" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">and product innovations</a>.</li>
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<li>Procept BioRobotics Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PRCT#NASDAQ">PRCT</a>): Initiated at Overweight, driven by increasing demand and higher pricing for Hydros in operating room efficiency, particularly in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41583831/surgical-robotics-provider-procept-biorobotics-q3-earnings-beats-street-view-analys" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">lower-volume BPH centers</a>.</li>
<li>Tandem Diabetes Care Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TNDM#NASDAQ">TNDM</a>): Upgraded to Overweight with a $45 price target, as its valuation (below 2x sales) seems overly compressed. Expansion into type 2 diabetes in 2025 could double its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41148635/tandem-diabetes-insulin-pump-demand-to-surge-despite-popular-demand-of-weight-loss-drugs-bullish-ana" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">total addressable market</a>.</li>
<li>Globus Medical Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GMED#NYSE">GMED</a>): Upgraded to Overweight with a $100 price target as merger concerns ease and strong above-market growth persists.</li>
<li>Embecta Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EMBC#NASDAQ">EMBC</a>): Raised to Equal-weight from Underweight, factoring in the discontinuation of certain risks and potential upside from GLP-1 <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41148635/tandem-diabetes-insulin-pump-demand-to-surge-despite-popular-demand-of-weight-loss-drugs-bullish-ana" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">pen needle demand</a>.</li>
</ul>
The analyst is more cautious about Glaukos Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>), downgrading it to Underweight from Equal-weight. The analyst notes that iDose is a strong product with promising long-term potential, but the current valuation limits the upside compared to other stocks. Additionally, although the pipeline includes exciting projects like Wet AMD, they remain <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41752463/glaukos-reports-30-boost-in-glaucoma-sales-improved-margins-in-q3-analyst-highlights-certain-headwi" rel="noreferrer noopener">years away from fruition</a>.
Morgan Stanley has downgraded Nevro Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVRO#NYSE">NVRO</a>) to Underweight from Equal-weight. Despite trading near record lows, the analyst expects weak demand for spinal cord stimulation devices to persist, with limited <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/11/41910770/why-medical-device-firm-nevro-stock-is-trading-higher-on-tuesday" rel="noreferrer noopener">opportunities for cost reductions</a>.
The analyst remains cautious about STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STAA#NASDAQ">STAA</a>). While the company is executing well, it faces tough conditions in the refractive surgery market, particularly in China and the U.S.
Lastly, Morgan Stanley is cautious about Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BAX#NYSE">BAX</a>) because it offers fewer upside opportunities than peers and has a more conservative outlook <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/24/11/41845345/baxter-expects-hurricane-helene-aftermath-to-impact-near-term-financial-outlook" rel="noreferrer noopener">on operating margins</a>.
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Morgan Stanley Maintains Positive MedTech Outlook Despite Setbacks in 2024, Upgrades Intuitive Surgical And Stryker, Downgrades Nevro And Glaukos

Stifel analyst Thomas Stephan maintains Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $145 to $153.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Glaukos, Raises Price Target to $153

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<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Patrick Wood downgraded the rating for Glaukos Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) from Equal-Weight to Underweight and announced a $120 price target. Glaukos shares closed at $143.65 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GKOS/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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<li>Goldman Sachs analyst Will Nance downgraded Toast, Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TOST#NYSE">TOST</a>) from Buy to Neutral but raised the price target from $34 to $45. Toast shares closed at $43.54 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TOST/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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Morgan Stanley analyst Patrick Wood downgrades Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) from Equal-Weight to Underweight and announces $120 price target.

Morgan Stanley Downgrades Glaukos to Underweight, Announces $120 Price Target

Providing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish, 5 analysts have published ratings on Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) in the last three months.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved 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">3</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</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">0</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">2</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">1</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">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Glaukos, revealing an average target of $147.2, a high estimate of $152.00, and a low estimate of $145.00. Observing a 8.24% increase, the current average has risen from the previous average price target of $136.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732644050_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
A clear picture of Glaukos's perception among financial experts is painted with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below 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>Ryan Zimmerman</td>
<td>BTIG</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$149.00</td>
<td>$140.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Allen Gong</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Larry Biegelsen</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$135.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Richard Newitter</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$152.00</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Thomas Stephan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$145.00</td>
<td>$130.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts adapt their recommendations to changing market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their response to recent developments related to Glaukos. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Glaukos compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Glaukos's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into Glaukos's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GKOS/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Glaukos analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind Glaukos</h2>
Glaukos Corp is an ophthalmic medical technology company focused on the development and commercialization of breakthrough products and procedures designed to transform the treatment of glaucoma. It offers iStent, a micro-bypass stent for insertion in conjunction with cataract surgery for the reduction of intraocular pressure in adult patients with mild-to-moderate open-angle glaucoma. Its product pipeline also consists of an iStent SA trabecular micro-bypass system, a two-stent product that is slightly wider than the iStent Inject and uses a different auto-injection inserter designed for use in a standalone procedure.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Glaukos's Financials</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 Growth: Glaukos's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 23.86%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company surpassed expectations with a growth rate higher than the average among peers in the Health Care sector.
Net Margin: Glaukos's net margin is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in achieving strong profitability. With a net margin of -22.15%, the company may encounter challenges in effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Glaukos's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of -3.21%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Glaukos's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of -2.32%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a below-average debt-to-equity ratio of 0.24, Glaukos adopts a prudent financial strategy, indicating a balanced approach to debt management.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Analysts may enhance their evaluations by incorporating forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, delivering additional guidance to investors. It is vital to acknowledge that, although experts in stocks and sectors, analysts are human and express their opinions when providing insights.
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Analyst Scoreboard: 5 Ratings For Glaukos

BTIG analyst Ryan Zimmerman maintains Glaukos (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GKOS#NYSE">GKOS</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $140 to $149.

BTIG Maintains Buy on Glaukos, Raises Price Target to $149

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