DexCom Nears U.S. Launch of G7 and Potential Expansion of Its Patient Pool; Raising Our FVE

Dexcom enjoys a well-established track record for introducing the most precise sensors for use in its continuous glucose monitors. On the strength of its technology, Dexcom has captured an impressive slice of this CGM market, but a recent wave of innovation in the diabetes device market has intensified competitive pressure. Nonetheless, Dexcom has done a credible job of adapting and fending off competition from Abbott and Medtronic.