Medical Devices Industry Overview
The Medical Devices industry, part of the Healthcare sector, includes 149 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $768.47B. The industry is led by Abbott Laboratories (ABT), Stryker Corporation (SYK), Medtronic plc (MDT).
Among the 149 listed Medical Devices companies, market capitalizations range from $150.96B (Abbott Laboratories) down to $50.41B (Edwards Lifesciences Corporation), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $5.16B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Medical Devices Industry Valuation
The Medical Devices industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 60.2. This elevated multiple indicates that investors are pricing in strong future earnings growth across Medical Devices companies.
Medical Devices Dividend Profile
12 out of 149 Medical Devices companies (8%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Medical Devices stocks is 1.94%. Most Medical Devices companies reinvest earnings into growth rather than paying dividends, which is typical for earlier-stage or high-growth industries.
Largest Medical Devices Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott Laboratories | ABT | $150.96B | 24.3 |
| Stryker Corporation | SYK | $119.99B | 36.2 |
| Medtronic plc | MDT | $99.63B | 21.7 |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | BSX | $85.67B | 24.1 |
| Edwards Lifesciences Corporation | EW | $50.41B | 47.3 |
The table above shows the top 5 Medical Devices companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Medical Devices company? The largest Medical Devices company by market capitalization is Abbott Laboratories (ABT), valued at $150.96B. Use the full listing below to explore all Medical Devices companies and compare their financials.
How many Medical Devices stocks are there? There are 149 publicly traded Medical Devices companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from Abbott Laboratories (ABT) to Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (EW) by market capitalization. This directory spans 3 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Medical Devices stocks pay dividends? 12 of the 149 Medical Devices companies (8%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 1.94%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Medical Devices companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Medical Devices stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Medical Devices industry is 60.2x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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StockVS provides detailed fundamental data, historical price charts, and side-by-side comparisons for all 149 Medical Devices companies. Browse individual stock pages for in-depth analysis, or use our comparison tool to evaluate two Medical Devices stocks head to head. All data is updated regularly to reflect the latest available financials.