MDT ▲ +2.4% - Medtronic plc $MDT - Medtronic Announces Strategic Partnership with Cornerstone Robotics to Further Expand Global Access to Robotic-Assisted Surgery Medtronic rose 2.4% following its announcement of a strategic partnership with Cornerstone Robotics aimed at expanding global access to robotic-assisted surgical technology. The partnership signals the company's continued investment in its surgical robotics portfolio, a high-growth segment within its broader medical device business that appeals to investors seeking exposure to procedural innovation and market expansion. 01-SEP-2026 06:40 AM ET