11 Best Agentic AI Stocks to Buy Right Now

8. Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG)

With an upside potential of 35.5%, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) remains a bullish pick among analysts. The stock, therefore, earns its place on our list of the best agentic AI stocks to buy right now.

On April 21, 2026, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) reported strong first-quarter results, exceeding Wall Street projections in both revenue and earnings, owing to continued global demand for its da Vinci robotic surgery systems used in minimally invasive treatments.

As reported on Reuters, Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) recorded revenue of $2.77 billion compared with the $2.62 billion forecast and adjusted EPS of $2.50, compared with $2.1 expected. Strong procedure momentum supported growth, with da Vinci procedures increasing by about 16% year-over-year as hospitals continued to reduce surgical backlogs and expand the use of robotic-assisted care across a wider range of procedures.

Despite a projected 1% tariff-related headwind, management raised its gross margin target to 67.5%-68.5% and increased its full-year outlook, now predicting 2026 da Vinci procedure growth of 13.5%-15.5%, slightly above previous guidance. The results strengthened Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG)’s position as the industry leader in robotic-assisted surgery, despite growing competition following FDA approval of Medtronic’s Hugo, a Robotically Assisted Surgery (RAS) system.

On April 22, 2026, Piper Sandler reiterated its “Overweight” rating but lowered its price target on Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) from $620 to $580, citing broad compression in valuation multiples rather than a decline in fundamentals.

The results demonstrated ongoing execution strength, with an adjusted gross margin of 67.8%, higher than anticipated. That reflects the company’s steady procedure-driven growth and robust profitability.

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ:ISRG) engages in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of da Vinci surgical systems and the Ion endoluminal system.