8 medical supplies stocks to watch

Considering investing in medical supplies stocks? While the best medical supplies stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some medical supplies stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the health sector. Keep reading to learn more about medical supplies stocks and how to start investing.

8 popular medical supplies stocks to watch

We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the health industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.

Best stock	1-year return	Market cap	Exchange	Volume	Buy now on CIBC Investor's Edge
The Cooper Companies (COO.US)	(data unavailable)	$15.6 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Baxter International (BAX.US)	-38.72% Baxter International's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 12, 2024.	$9.5 billion (USD)	NYSE	8,940,700	Buy now
N/A (HOLX.US)	-0.35% N/A's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 12, 2024.	(data unavailable)	N/A	4,932,599	Buy now
Dentsply Sirona (XRAY.US)	-42.03% Dentsply Sirona's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 12, 2024.	$2.2 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	3,782,900	Buy now
Teleflex Incorporated (TFX.US)	(data unavailable)	$5.3 billion (USD)	NYSE	(data unavailable)	Buy now
ResMed (RMD.US)	(data unavailable)	$37.4 billion (USD)	NYSE	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Intuitive Surgical (ISRG.US)	(data unavailable)	$206.2 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Alcon (ALC.US)	-8.14% Alcon's 1-year return based on the closing price as of December 12, 2024.	$39.8 billion (USD)	NYSE	2,419,253	Buy now

The values in this table are accurate as of the market close on December 12, 2025, or the most recent data available. Volume refers to the number of shares traded during the day.

What to look for when investing in medical supplies stock

The health industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering medical supplies stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.

Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.

How to invest in medical supplies stock

1. Research the health industry. Before investing, learn about the medical supplies stock sector, its trends and the companies within it. Look at each company's financial health, potential for growth and past performance to identify stocks that fit your investment goals.
2. Choose a stock trading platform. Compare trading fees, access to trading tools and user interface options. We've identified reliable trading platforms to help narrow down your options below or check out the best stock trading apps in Canada to find one that suits your needs.
3. Open and fund your account. Sign up with your personal details and link a bank account or funding method to deposit money before you start trading.
4. Select the medical supplies stock(s) to buy. Search by company name or ticker symbol, like COO or BAX. Compare key metrics such as market cap, price history and earnings per share to pick the best stock for your strategy.
5. Buy the stock and monitor performance. Place your order to buy the stock and track its performance over time. Consider setting alerts, signing up for industry newsletters or using platform research tools to stay up to date on market changes.

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Are medical supplies stocks a good investment?

While it's possible to turn a profit investing in medical supplies stocks, keep in mind that—like any investment—medical supplies stocks are not immune to risk. These stocks are subject to fluctuating conditions both in the market and in the health industry, so carefully vet your picks before you invest.

What are the best medical supplies stocks?

A lot of factors go into picking the best medical supplies stocks. Stock performance can be impacted by factors like market conditions, company decisions and global events. Plus, what may be a strong medical supplies stock investment for one person might not be suitable for another.

That said, we rounded up this list of popular medical supplies stocks in or related to the health industry to help narrow down your options:

• The Cooper Companies (COO)
• Baxter International (BAX)
• N/A (N/A)
• Dentsply Sirona (XRAY)
• Teleflex Incorporated (TFX)
• ResMed (RMD)
• Intuitive Surgical (ISRG)
• Alcon (ALC)

Keep in mind that this is not a "best" list or a recommendation. It highlights some medical supplies stocks for informational purposes only and does not indicate past or future performance or investment advice. We do not guarantee any investment performance.

We've outlined detailed company and stock performance details for each medical supplies stock below. Keep reading to decide if any of these companies are the right investment for you.

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The Cooper Companies (COO)

The Cooper Companies, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and markets contact lens wearers. The company operates in two segments, CooperVision and CooperSurgical.

Market Capitalization The total market value of The Cooper Companies's outstanding shares	$15.6 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$2.7 billion
Profit margin	9.16%
Revenue (TTM)	$4.1 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$1.87
52-week stock price range	$61.78 – $100.47

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 12, 2025.

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Baxter International (BAX)

Baxter International Inc. , through its subsidiaries, provides a portfolio of healthcare products in the United States. The company operates through three segments: Medical Products and Therapies, Healthcare Systems and Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals.

Closing stock price	$18.90
Market Capitalization The total market value of Baxter International's outstanding shares	$9.5 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$4.2 billion
Profit margin	-3.09%
Revenue (TTM)	$11 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$0.70
52-week stock price range	$17.39 – $37.25

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 10, 2025.

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N/A (N/A)

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Closing stock price	N/A74.83

All dollar amounts in this table are in N/A. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 10, 2025.

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Dentsply Sirona (XRAY)

DENTSPLY SIRONA Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets dental equipment supported by cloud-enabled solutions, dental products, and healthcare consumable products in urology and enterology worldwide. It operates through four segments: Connected Technology Solutions, Essential Dental Solutions, Orthodontic and Implant Solutions, and Wellspect Healthcare.

Closing stock price	$11.60
Market Capitalization The total market value of Dentsply Sirona's outstanding shares	$2.2 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$1.9 billion
Profit margin	-24.34%
Revenue (TTM)	$3.6 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$4.40
52-week stock price range	$9.85 – $19.92

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 10, 2025.

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Teleflex Incorporated (TFX)

Teleflex Incorporated designs, develops, manufactures, and supplies single-use medical devices for common diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in critical care and surgical applications worldwide. It provides vascular access products that comprise Arrow branded catheters, catheter navigation and tip positioning systems, and intraosseous bone access systems for the administration of intravenous therapies, the measurement of blood pressure, and the collection of blood samples. The company also offers interventional products, including various coronary catheters, structural heart support devices, peripheral intervention products, and mechanical circulatory support platform; and Arrow branded intra-aortic balloon pumps and catheters, Guideliner, Turnpike, and Trapliner catheters, the Manta Vascular Closure, and Arrow Oncontrol devices.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Teleflex Incorporated's outstanding shares	$5.3 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$1.7 billion
Profit margin	-10.28%
Revenue (TTM)	$3.2 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$7.17
52-week stock price range	$102.26 – $186.70

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 12, 2025.

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ResMed (RMD)

ResMed Inc. develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets medical devices and cloud-based software applications to diagnose, treat, and manage respiratory disorders in the United States and internationally. The company operates in two segments, Sleep and Breathing Health, and Residential Care Software.

Market Capitalization The total market value of ResMed's outstanding shares	$37.4 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$3.2 billion
Profit margin	27.35%
Revenue (TTM)	$5.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$9.77
52-week stock price range	$198.60 – $293.11

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 12, 2025.

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Intuitive Surgical (ISRG)

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. develops, manufactures, and markets products that enable physicians and healthcare providers to enhance the quality of and access to minimally invasive care in the United States and internationally. The company offers the da Vinci Surgical System that enables surgical procedures using a minimally invasive approach; and Ion endoluminal system, which extends its commercial offerings beyond surgery into diagnostic endoluminal procedures enabling minimally invasive biopsies in the lung.

Market Capitalization The total market value of Intuitive Surgical's outstanding shares	$206.2 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$6.4 billion
Profit margin	28.58%
Revenue (TTM)	$9.6 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$7.54
52-week stock price range	$425.00 – $616.00

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 12, 2025.

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Alcon (ALC)

Alcon Inc. researches, develops, manufactures, distributes, and sells eye care products worldwide. It operates through two segments, Surgical and Vision Care.

Closing stock price	$78.76
Market Capitalization The total market value of Alcon's outstanding shares	$39.8 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$5.7 billion
Profit margin	10.28%
Revenue (TTM)	$10.2 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$2.10
52-week stock price range	$71.55 – $98.85

All dollar amounts in this table are in USD. TTM refers to the "trailing 12 months." All values are accurate as of the market close on December 10, 2025.

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Bottom line

If you're considering adding medical supplies stocks to your portfolio, make sure you thoroughly look into any companies before investing to help mitigate risk. We've compiled a list of medical supplies stocks to help narrow down your options. Then choose a legitimate stock trading platform to start investing. After that it comes down to monitoring the health industry to know when to buy, sell or hold.

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Frequently asked questions about medical supplies stocks

• What are medical supplies stocks?

  Medical supplies stocks are shares of companies that either directly work in the medical supplies sector or operate within related industries. Investors interested in buying medical supplies stocks may be looking to take advantage of market trends or lock in investments for the long haul.

• What is the top medical supplies stock to buy in 2025?

  Unfortunately, it's almost impossible to choose a single "top" medical supplies stock to invest in due to factors like market fluctuations, company management and shifting economic trends. These can all change—sometimes overnight—how a stock performs. It's best to do your own research to decide which companies fit within your risk tolerance. Reviewing a company's financial reports and past stock performance can help you decide if it's worth investing in.

• Where can I find information and regular updates about the health industry?

  You can keep track of the latest health news and updates by signing up for financial newsletters, visiting financial news sites, reading company investor relations pages and using market research platforms. Many online brokerages also offer sector reports, stock screeners and alerts to help you track movements in your stock performance or updates in or related to the health industry.

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