STAAR Surgical Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
STAAR Surgical's CEO is Deborah Andrews, appointed in Mar 2025, has a tenure of 1.25 years. total yearly compensation is $2.58M, comprised of 31.4% salary and 68.6% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.037% of the company’s shares, worth $558.78K. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 2.2 years and 2.3 years respectively.
Key information
Deborah Andrews
Chief executive officer
US$2.6m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 31.37% |
| CEO tenure | 1.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.04% |
| Management average tenure | 2.2yrs |
| Board average tenure | 2.3yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 02
STAA: China Recovery And Profitability Improvements Will Temper Prior Bearish Reassessment
The analyst price target for STAAR Surgical has shifted from $21.11 to $29.67 as analysts factor in Q1 results that were ahead of expectations, a stronger China contribution, and slightly higher modeled profitability, even as revenue growth assumptions and the projected future P/E are revised. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a clear shift in sentiment around STAAR Surgical, with several firms lifting price targets following Q1 results that were ahead of expectations.Seeking Alpha • May 16
STAAR Surgical Q1 2026: Early Signs Of A Durable Turnaround
Summary STAAR Surgical Company delivered a robust 1Q26 beat, with revenue up 119% YoY to $93.5M and a swing to $5.2M net income. China’s market rebound, normalized inventory, and rapid EVO+ ICL adoption drove topline strength, while disciplined OpEx and manufacturing efficiency boosted margins to 73.6%. STAA is benefiting from a structural shift toward lens-based refractive surgery, gaining U.S. share despite a shrinking laser market and expanding its addressable market via FDA approval. Valuation remains elevated at 4.4x forward sales and 57x forward P/E, requiring sustained high-teens revenue growth and margin expansion to justify current multiples. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 15
STAA: Limited China Visibility And Missing Guidance Will Restrain Future Share Performance
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for STAAR Surgical stock from $13.00 to $16.00, citing higher price targets supported by stronger Q1 results, improving confidence in a China rebound, and updated models that reflect better profitability assumptions and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street research on STAAR Surgical has turned more constructive around the recent Q1 update, but the tone is not uniformly positive.Narrative Update • Apr 20
STAA: China Uncertainty And Leadership Transition Will Drive Bearish Reassessment
STAAR Surgical's updated fair value estimate shifts from $26.56 to $21.11 as analysts factor in revised Street targets. These include recent cuts to around $18 to $22 that reflect questions on China exposure and mixed near term visibility, despite some more supportive views emerging.
Narrative Update • Apr 06
STAA: China Clarity And Post Alcon Reset Will Drive Future Re Rating
Analysts have trimmed price targets on STAAR Surgical to a range around $18 to $22, with a consensus reset of approximately $23.00, reflecting ongoing questions about China exposure, recent Q4 volatility, and limited near term visibility following the rejected Alcon deal. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary around STAAR Surgical centers on uncertainty, but there are pockets of optimism that readers should weigh alongside the more cautious views.Narrative Update • Mar 23
STAA: Ongoing China Uncertainty And Governance Turmoil Will Pressure Shares
Analysts have reduced the consolidated price target for STAAR Surgical to $22 from $28, reflecting lower assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, a much higher future P/E multiple, and ongoing uncertainty around China and the company’s broader path forward. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on STAAR Surgical points to a cautious tone, with multiple bearish analysts cutting price targets and reiterating neutral or underweight stances.Narrative Update • Mar 09
STAA: China Clarity And Post Alcon Reset Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update on STAAR Surgical Our analyst price target for STAAR Surgical has been revised from $30.75 to $23.00 as analysts factor in recent target cuts, ongoing uncertainty around China and limited near term visibility highlighted in the latest research. Analyst Commentary Recent research on STAAR Surgical has leaned cautious, with multiple firms revising price targets lower and emphasizing uncertainty around the company’s outlook, particularly related to China and the failed Alcon transaction.Narrative Update • Feb 23
STAA: Post Deal Rejection Concerns Will Keep Shares Under Pressure
Analysts have reduced their average price targets on STAAR Surgical by high single digit dollar amounts to around $13.00. This reflects more cautious views on profit margins and valuation multiples after the failed Alcon deal and a series of Neutral and Underweight ratings.Narrative Update • Feb 08
STAA: Post Deal Collapse Uncertainty Will Pressure Shares Until Leadership Path Clears
Narrative Update on STAAR Surgical The analyst price target for STAAR Surgical has been reduced by US$8.75 following a neutral initiation, an Underweight resumption, and cautious commentary from several firms who highlight limited investor appetite until there is greater clarity on the company after the failed Alcon transaction. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around STAAR Surgical has leaned cautious, with several firms highlighting valuation, execution, and growth risks following the failed Alcon transaction and the subsequent shareholder vote.Narrative Update • Jan 25
STAA: Post Alcon Deal Collapse And CEO Exit Will Cap Near Term Upside
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for STAAR Surgical from US$17.41 to US$13.00, reflecting lower assumed revenue growth and a reduced future P/E multiple, alongside cautious commentary around limited buyer interest and uncertainty following the failed Alcon deal. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has tilted clearly cautious, with several bearish analysts highlighting valuation pressure, deal uncertainty, and limited near term visibility on the business.Narrative Update • Jan 10
STAA: Failed Alcon Deal And Takeover Optionality Will Reshape Future Appeal
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for STAAR Surgical shares from US$28.00 to US$30.75, reflecting updated assumptions on growth, margins and future P/E multiples after recent debate over the failed Alcon deal and the limited near term appeal highlighted in recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent research has centered on the failed Alcon transaction, shareholder pushback on deal terms, and the limited near term appeal cited by several firms.Narrative Update • Dec 26
STAA: Amended Alcon Deal And Activist Push Will Drive Bullish Upside
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for STAAR Surgical higher from approximately $25.88 to $26.56. This reflects modestly stronger growth and margin expectations while acknowledging that any amended Alcon deal is unlikely to include a materially higher bid.Narrative Update • Dec 12
STAA: Merger Uncertainty Will Restrain Upside Despite Higher All-Cash Offer
Analysts have modestly raised their price target on STAAR Surgical from $16.00 to approximately $17.41 per share, citing slightly improved assumptions for long term revenue growth, profitability, and future valuation multiples, while they continue to monitor ongoing merger term discussions with Alcon. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts highlight that the postponed shareholder meeting reinforces uncertainty around the timing and ultimate outcome of the proposed acquisition, which in turn clouds visibility on STAAR Surgical's standalone valuation.Narrative Update • Nov 28
STAA: Amended Merger Terms And Shareholder Opposition Will Guide Share Price Direction
Analysts have maintained their price target for STAAR Surgical at $25.88, citing limited expected upside due to ongoing merger negotiations and continued uncertainty regarding the acquisition terms. Analyst Commentary Market commentary surrounding STAAR Surgical’s ongoing merger negotiations reflects mixed analyst sentiment, with both cautious and optimistic perspectives regarding the company’s prospects and valuation.Narrative Update • Nov 12
STAA: Merger Discussions and Shareholder Opposition Will Shape Path Forward
Analysts have revised STAAR Surgical's price target downward to $16 from previous levels. They cite ongoing shareholder opposition to the proposed merger terms and uncertainty about a potential acquisition price.Narrative Update • Oct 29
Board Opposition And Postponed Vote Will Shape Acquisition Outcome In 2025
Analysts have raised their average price target for STAAR Surgical from $20 to $28 per share. They cite the strategic rationale and valuation of the proposed acquisition by Alcon as key drivers for the upward revision.Narrative Update • Oct 15
Introduction Of EVO+ Will Open Market Opportunities In 2025
Analysts have raised their price target for STAAR Surgical from $24.63 to $25.88. This reflects the impact of an increased acquisition offer and the perceived strategic value from Alcon's proposed purchase.Narrative Update • Aug 20
Introduction Of EVO+ Will Open Market Opportunities In 2025
Analysts have raised their price targets for STAAR Surgical primarily to reflect the proposed $28/share acquisition by Alcon, which sets a new benchmark valuation and limits further upside, resulting in a new consensus fair value of $24.14. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts raised their price targets to align with the proposed $28/share acquisition price by Alcon.Narrative Update • Aug 06
Introduction Of EVO+ Will Open Market Opportunities In 2025
Driven by a significant improvement in net profit margin despite a higher discount rate, STAAR Surgical's consensus price target has increased from $19.20 to $22.11. What's in the News Alcon Inc.Analysis Article • Jul 04
Getting In Cheap On STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:STAA) Might Be Difficult
There wouldn't be many who think STAAR Surgical Company's ( NASDAQ:STAA ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 3.2x is...Analysis Article • Apr 05
Is STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:STAA) Trading At A 37% Discount?
Key Insights The projected fair value for STAAR Surgical is US$25.07 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...Analysis Article • Feb 14
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By STAAR Surgical Company's (NASDAQ:STAA) 26% Share Price Plunge
Unfortunately for some shareholders, the STAAR Surgical Company ( NASDAQ:STAA ) share price has dived 26% in the last...Seeking Alpha • Feb 12
STAAR Surgical Q4: Ongoing Challenges In China Masks Healthy Growth Elsewhere
Summary STAAR Surgical's Q4 results were severely impacted by lower demand and high inventory levels in China. Global growth ex-China was 17% in Q4 and is expected to remain strong at 12% for FY25, with US growth of close to 15%. Cash burn is expected to be significant, but the company is financially healthy, having $232 million in cash and no debt on its balance sheet. Following the post-earnings drop, shares are cheaply valued given the long growth runway ahead, which leads me to maintain my Buy rating on STAA stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 31
STAAR Surgical: Growth Story Remains Intact Despite Some Challenges
Summary Shares have been under pressure lately due to weak demand from China, which is by far the company’s largest market. The market opportunity in the US remains large, and management is investing heavily to tap into it. I have modest expectations for overall growth in FY25 of 9%, with markets excluding China growing significantly faster. The FCF margin in FY25 is expected to be around 8.3% given the ongoing growth investments, while I expect that it can reach close to 20% in the long term. I am assigning a Buy rating on the stock with a target priceof $35, implying an upside of over 45%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 29
STAAR Surgical Company's (NASDAQ:STAA) Earnings Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Oct 24
Return Trends At STAAR Surgical (NASDAQ:STAA) Aren't Appealing
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. One common approach is to try and...
New Narrative • Sep 13
EVO ICL Technology Transforms Vision Care, Securing Major Growth And Market Share Expansion
STAAR Surgical's record sales and expansion in the diopter curve indicate strong global adoption of EVO ICL technology and potential for increased market share.Seeking Alpha • Sep 05
STAAR Surgical: Expecting A Re-Acceleration In Growth As Investments Materialize
Summary STAAR Surgical shares are down more than 15% since Q2 earnings, despite management raising full-year revenue guidance. Investments in the US market appear to be yielding promising results, as sales were up 25% year over year. According to my estimates, the company is on track to meet the low end of its 2026 financial targets. I have a price target of $46 by 2026, which represents an attractive upside from today’s level. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Aug 10
Results: STAAR Surgical Company Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
STAAR Surgical Company ( NASDAQ:STAA ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers...Analysis Article • Aug 05
STAAR Surgical Company's (NASDAQ:STAA) Popularity With Investors Is Clear
When close to half the companies in the Medical Equipment industry in the United States have price-to-sales ratios (or...Analysis Article • Jul 12
The Returns At STAAR Surgical (NASDAQ:STAA) Aren't Growing
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • May 27
Is There Now An Opportunity In STAAR Surgical Company (NASDAQ:STAA)?
While STAAR Surgical Company ( NASDAQ:STAA ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of...Analysis Article • Apr 26
Market Participants Recognise STAAR Surgical Company's (NASDAQ:STAA) Revenues Pushing Shares 30% Higher
Despite an already strong run, STAAR Surgical Company ( NASDAQ:STAA ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 30...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 03 2026 | n/a | n/a | -US$21m |
| Jan 02 2026 | US$3m | US$810k | -US$80m |
| Sep 26 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$96m |
| Jun 27 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$95m |
| Mar 28 2025 | n/a | n/a | -US$71m |
| Dec 27 2024 | n/a | n/a | -US$20m |
| Sep 27 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$22m |
| Jun 28 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$17m |
| Mar 29 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$15m |
| Dec 29 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$21m |
| Sep 29 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$20m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$26m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$33m |
| Dec 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$40m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$38m |
| Jul 01 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Apr 01 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$29m |
| Dec 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$28m |
| Oct 01 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$23m |
| Jul 02 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$21m |
| Apr 02 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$11m |
| Jan 01 2021 | US$755k | US$366k | US$6m |
| Oct 02 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$9m |
| Jul 03 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$7m |
| Apr 03 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$13m |
| Jan 03 2020 | US$854k | US$351k | US$14m |
Compensation vs Market: Deborah's total compensation ($USD2.58M) is below average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD5.30M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Deborah's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.
CEO
Deborah Andrews (69 yo)
1.3yrs
Tenure
US$2,582,411
Compensation
Ms. Deborah J. Andrews is Chief Financial Officer of STAAR Surgical Company since June 25, 2025 and is its Interim Co-Chief Executive Officer since February 1, 2026. She was Interim Chief Financial Officer...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Co-CEO & CFO | 1.3yrs | US$2.58m | 0.037% $ 558.8k | |
| Interim Co-CEO | 3.2yrs | US$4.44m | 0.17% $ 2.5m | |
| Chief Development Officer | 3.2yrs | US$2.70m | 0.086% $ 1.3m | |
| Director of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| VP, Deputy General Counsel and Chief Compliance & Privacy Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Medical Officer | 8.7yrs | US$2.48m | no data | |
| Senior Vice President of Global E2E Supply Chain | 1yr | no data | no data |
2.2yrs
Average Tenure
63yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: STAA's management team is considered experienced (2.2 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Director | 11.8yrs | US$254.79k | 0.00095% $ 14.2k | |
| Independent Chairman of the Board | less than a year | no data | 0.052% $ 776.0k | |
| Independent Director | 2.5yrs | US$448.57k | 0.0092% $ 136.9k | |
| Director | less than a year | no data | 0.044% $ 663.0k | |
| Member of Optometric Advisory Council | 17.6yrs | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 2.3yrs | US$243.39k | 0.0084% $ 126.0k | |
| Independent Director | 2.3yrs | US$1.54m | 0.14% $ 2.0m | |
| Independent Director | less than a year | no data | 0% $ 0 |
2.3yrs
Average Tenure
60yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: STAA's board of directors are not considered experienced ( 2.3 years average tenure), which suggests a new board.
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/09 12:09 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/04/03 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/02 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
STAAR Surgical Company is covered by 20 analysts. 11 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Michael Gorman | BTIG |
| William Plovanic | Canaccord Genuity |
| John Young | Canaccord Genuity |