AMSC (American Superconductor) Research & Development: $15.7 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


AMSC American Superconductor Corp AMSC
78 GF Score
Price $40.42
GF Value $30.86
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is American Superconductor Research & Development?

American Superconductor AMSC -1.10% 78 Research & Development is $15.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates AMSC with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of $30.86 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. American Superconductor's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $4.2 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $15.7 Mil.

American Superconductor  (NAS:AMSC) Research & Development Explanation

If competitive advantage is created by a patent or tech advantage, at some point it will disappear.

High R&D usually dictates high SG&A which threatens the competitive advantage.

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American Superconductor Research & Development Historical Data

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American Superconductor Research & Development Chart

American Superconductor Annual Data
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American Superconductor Quarterly Data
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American Superconductor Research & Development Calculation

This is the expense the company spent on research and development.

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $15.7 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Research & Development →
What does a Research & Development of $15.7 Mil mean?
American Superconductor (AMSC) has a Research & Development of $15.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on American Superconductor and its competitors.
Is American Superconductor's Research & Development too high?
American Superconductor's current Research & Development is $15.7 Mil. Overall, American Superconductor has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Superconductor's Research & Development compare to CXT and HLIO?
American Superconductor's Research & Development of $15.7 Mil can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Research & Development for an Industrial Products company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Industrial Products industry context. However, Research & Development should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Research & Development mean?
A high Research & Development can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on American Superconductor and its competitors. American Superconductor's current Research & Development is $15.7 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is American Superconductor stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Superconductor (AMSC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $30.86, compared to a current price of $40.42 — trading 31% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $15.7 Mil. American Superconductor's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Research & Development calculated?
Research & Development is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Superconductor (AMSC), the current Research & Development is $15.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is American Superconductor (AMSC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Superconductor stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $40.42 is trading 31% above its estimated GF Value™ of $30.86. GuruFocus considers American Superconductor to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for AMSC:

  • Research & Development: $15.7 Mil
  • GF Value™: $30.86 vs. price of $40.42 (31% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the AMSC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

American Superconductor Business Description

Address 114 East Main Street, Ayer, MA, USA, 01432
American Superconductor Corp generates the ideas, technologies, and solutions that meet the world's demand for smarter, cleaner, and energy. Through its Windtec Solutions, the company enables manufacturers to launch wind turbines quickly, effectively, and profitably. Through its Gridtec Solutions, the company provides engineering planning services and grid systems that optimize network reliability, efficiency, and performance. The company's segment includes Grid and Wind. It generates maximum revenue from the Grid segment.
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