9 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.

9 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 on Questrade
The Cooper Companies (COO.US)	-13.22% The Cooper Companies's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$11.7 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	2,204,022	Buy now
Baxter International (BAX.US)	41.61% Baxter International's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$13.3 billion (USD)	NYSE	9,397,161	Buy now
Hologic (HOLX.US)	2.58% Hologic's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$17 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	(data unavailable)	Buy now
Dentsply Sirona (XRAY.US)	-4.74% Dentsply Sirona's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$2 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	6,672,925	Buy now
Teleflex Incorporated (TFX.US)	36.99% Teleflex Incorporated's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$6.4 billion (USD)	NYSE	1,292,972	Buy now
ResMed (RMD.US)	-9.71% ResMed's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$35.6 billion (USD)	NYSE	2,135,500	Buy now
Intuitive Surgical (ISRG.US)	-22.86% Intuitive Surgical's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$154.3 billion (USD)	NASDAQ	3,481,627	Buy now
Alcon (ALC.US)	4.52% Alcon's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$34.4 billion (USD)	NYSE	3,748,834	Buy now
Johnson-and-Johnson (JNJ.US)	45.28% Johnson-and-Johnson's 1-year return based on the closing price as of November 7, 2025.	$651.3 billion (USD)	NYSE	6,398,164	Buy now

The values in this table are accurate as of the market close on November 2, 2026, 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)
• Hologic (HOLX)
• Dentsply Sirona (XRAY)
• Teleflex Incorporated (TFX)
• ResMed (RMD)
• Intuitive Surgical (ISRG)
• Alcon (ALC)
• Johnson-and-Johnson (JNJ)

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.

The CooperVision segment offers spherical, toric, and multifocal contact lenses that address vision challenges, such as astigmatism, presbyopia, and myopia.

Closing stock price	$60.83
Market Capitalization The total market value of The Cooper Companies's outstanding shares	$11.7 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$2.8 billion
Profit margin	13.46%
Revenue (TTM)	$4.2 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$2.91
52-week stock price range	$51.01 – $89.83

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 November 2, 2026.

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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 & Therapies, Healthcare Systems & Technologies, and Pharmaceuticals.

It offers sterile intravenous (IV) solutions; infusion systems and devices; parenteral nutrition therapies; inhaled anesthetics; generic injectable pharmaceuticals; surgical hemostat and sealant products; advanced surgical equipment; smart bed systems; patient monitoring and diagnostic technologies; and respiratory health devices, as well as advanced equipment for the surgical space comprising operating room integration technologies, precision positioning devices, and other accessories.

Closing stock price	$25.49
Market Capitalization The total market value of Baxter International's outstanding shares	$13.3 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$3.9 billion
Profit margin	-6.23%
Revenue (TTM)	$11.6 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$1.21
52-week stock price range	$15.72 – $29.99

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 November 2, 2026.

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Hologic (HOLX)

Hologic, Inc. engages in the development, manufacture, and supply of diagnostics products, medical imaging systems, and surgical products for women's health through early detection and treatment worldwide. It operates through four segments: Diagnostics, Breast Health, GYN Surgical, and Skeletal Health.

The company provides Aptima molecular diagnostic assays to detect the infectious microorganisms; Aptima viral load assays for Hepatitis B virus, Hepatitis C virus, human immunodeficiency virus, and human cytomegalo virus; Aptima bacterial vaginosis and candida vaginitis assays for the diagnosis of vaginitis; Aptima SARS-CoV-2 and Panther Fusion SARS-CoV-2 assays to detect SARS-CoV-2; ThinPrep System for cytology applications; and Rapid Fetal Fibronectin Test that assists physicians in assessing the risk of pre-term birth.

Closing stock price	$76.01
Market Capitalization The total market value of Hologic's outstanding shares	$17 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$2.5 billion
Profit margin	13.18%
Revenue (TTM)	$4.1 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$2.41
52-week stock price range	$74.08 – $76.07

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 April 6, 2026.

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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.

The Connected Technology Solutions segment offers imaging equipment, motorized dental handpieces, treatment centers, and other instruments; and intraoral scanners, 3-D printers, and mills, as well as CEREC, a full-chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramic dentistry offering.

Closing stock price	$10.65
Market Capitalization The total market value of Dentsply Sirona's outstanding shares	$2 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$1.8 billion
Profit margin	-14.99%
Revenue (TTM)	$3.6 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	-$2.73
52-week stock price range	$8.32 – $14.76

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 November 3, 2026.

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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 in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company offers vascular and emergency medicine products comprising Arrow branded catheters, catheter navigation and tip positioning systems, and intraosseous bone access systems for the administration of intravenous therapies, measurement of blood pressure, and collection of blood samples; intraosseous access systems consisting of EZ-IO intraosseous vascular access systems, and Arrow FAST1 sternal intraosseous infusion systems; and hemostatic products, including external hemostats and trauma products under the QuikClot brand.

It also provides interventional products, including various coronary catheters, structural heart support devices, and peripheral intervention products platforms; GuideLiner, Turnpike, and TrapLiner catheters; MANTA vascular closure devices and Arrow OnControl powered bone biopsy systems; and coronary and peripheral medical devices, such as drug-coated balloons, stents, and balloon catheters.

Closing stock price	$149.87
Market Capitalization The total market value of Teleflex Incorporated's outstanding shares	$6.4 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$1.2 billion
Profit margin	-45.76%
Revenue (TTM)	$2.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$2.03
52-week stock price range	$99.39 – $156.67

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 November 3, 2026.

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ResMed (RMD)

ResMed Inc. engages in the digital health and cloud-connected medical devices business in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments, Sleep and Breathing Health, and Residential Care Software.

The company offers sleep recorders for the diagnosis and titration of sleep apnea in sleep clinics, hospitals, and at home, including ApneaLink Air, a portable diagnostic device that measures oximetry, respiratory effort, pulse, nasal flow, and snoring; NightOwl, a portable, cloud-connected, and disposable diagnostic device that measures AHI based on derived peripheral arterial tone, actigraphy, and oximetry; and EasyCare Tx, a sleep lab solution.

Closing stock price	$227.08
Market Capitalization The total market value of ResMed's outstanding shares	$35.6 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$3.5 billion
Profit margin	26.95%
Revenue (TTM)	$5.7 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$10.43
52-week stock price range	$179.75 – $275.42

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 November 2, 2026.

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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. It 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.

The company also provides a suite of stapling, energy, and core instrumentation for its multi-port da Vinci surgical systems; progressive learning pathways to support the use of its technology; infrastructure of customer service and support specialists, a complement of services to its customers, including installation, repair, maintenance, 24/7 technical support, and proactive system health monitoring; and integrated digital capabilities providing connected offerings, streamlining performance for hospitals with program-enhancing insights.

Closing stock price	$432.01
Market Capitalization The total market value of Intuitive Surgical's outstanding shares	$154.3 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$7.7 billion
Profit margin	25.54%
Revenue (TTM)	$11.6 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$8.27
52-week stock price range	$328.57 – $603.88

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 October 29, 2026.

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Alcon (ALC)

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

It offers equipment, instrumentation and diagnostics, intraocular lenses (IOLs), and other implantables; and consumables, including viscoelastics, surgical solutions, incisional instruments, surgical custom packs, and other products for surgical procedures.

Closing stock price	$77.31
Market Capitalization The total market value of Alcon's outstanding shares	$34.4 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$6.2 billion
Profit margin	5.92%
Revenue (TTM)	$10.9 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$1.32
52-week stock price range	$61.84 – $87.22

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 November 3, 2026.

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Johnson-and-Johnson (JNJ)

Johnson & Johnson, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the research and development, manufacture, and sale of a range of products in the healthcare field worldwide. It operates in two segments, Innovative Medicine and MedTech.

The Innovative Medicine segment offers products for various therapeutic areas, such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, pulmonary hypertension, infectious diseases, and cardiovascular and metabolism distributed through retailers, wholesalers, distributors, hospitals, and healthcare professionals for prescription use.

Closing stock price	$271.04
Market Capitalization The total market value of Johnson-and-Johnson's outstanding shares	$651.3 billion
Gross profit (TTM)	$67.3 billion
Profit margin	16.20%
Revenue (TTM)	$99.3 billion
Earnings per share (TTM)	$6.59
52-week stock price range	$181.04 – $282.02

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 October 27, 2026.

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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. How to buy stocks in Canada

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 2026?

  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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