Medtronic's $630M Volume Hits 150th in Activity Amid Memphis Expansion and New CGM System as High-Liquidity Stocks Outperform

On August 11, 2025, Medtronic (MDT) traded with a daily volume of $630 million, ranking 150th in market activity. The stock closed down 0.15% amid mixed institutional activity and product updates.

Recent developments include a $133 million investment announcement for a Memphis manufacturing facility, expected to create 265 jobs, signaling long-term operational expansion. Meanwhile, Medtronic Diabetes secured CE Mark approval for its Simplera™ CGM system, featuring an all-in-one disposable design, potentially enhancing its competitive edge in diabetes management.

Institutional ownership shifts highlighted contrasting investor sentiment. First American Trust FSB increased its stake by 54.6% in Q1, while Florida Retirement System sold 9,310 shares in late September. Analyst activity remained active, with Wolfe Research upgrading the stock to "peer perform" in June and Evercore ISI raising its price target to $106. The company’s dividend sustainability, with a 3.1% yield and 78.45% payout ratio, remains a focal point for income-focused investors.

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