Stryker Slides to 207th in Trading Activity as Shares Climb 0.98 on Upgraded Price Target and Strong Q2 Beats

On August 4, 2025, Stryker (SYK) traded with a volume of $0.52 billion, a 54.74% decline from the previous day, ranking it 207th in trading activity. The stock rose 0.98% amid analyst activity following its Q2 results.

Analysts raised Stryker’s price target to $415 from $410, maintaining a Hold rating, citing strong Q2 results with double-digit revenue and EPS beats. The company raised its guidance and demonstrated 11.4% YTD revenue growth. Analysts noted temporary challenges like NARI destocking and softer knee growth but highlighted progress toward 100 bps of margin expansion in 2025.

Analysts reaffirmed a Market Perform rating, citing Stryker’s “solid quarter” with top and bottom-line beats. The firm noted record Mako robotic installations, strong product adoption, and a healthy order backlog. Margin improvements included a 120 bps gross margin increase and a 110 bps operating margin rise. The company reduced its tariff impact estimate and raised revenue and EPS guidance.

Stryker reported Q2 earnings of $3.13 per share, exceeding estimates, and revenue of $6.02 billion, outperforming forecasts. The results led to guidance raises for both revenue and EPS, reflecting strong performance and margin improvements.

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