SDI (ASX:SDI) Research & Development: A$2.0 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)


ASX:SDI SDI Ltd ASX:SDI
61 GF Score
Price A$1.40
GF Value A$0.96
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is SDI Research & Development?

SDI ASX:SDI 61 Research & Development is A$2.0 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ASX:SDI with a GF Score™ of 61/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.96 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. SDI's Research & Development for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was A$1.2 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was A$2.0 Mil.

SDI  (ASX:SDI) 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.

SDI Research & Development Related Terms

SDI Research & Development Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SDI's Research & Development can be seen below:

* 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.

SDI Research & Development Chart

SDI Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Research & Development
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SDI Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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SDI Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was A$2.0 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 A$2.0 Mil mean?
SDI (ASX:SDI) has a Research & Development of A$2.0 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on SDI and its competitors.
Is SDI's Research & Development too high?
SDI's current Research & Development is A$2.0 Mil. Overall, SDI has a GF Score™ of 61/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does SDI's Research & Development compare to ISRG and BDX?
SDI's Research & Development of A$2.0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 a Medical Devices & Instruments company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 SDI and its competitors. SDI's current Research & Development is A$2.0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SDI stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SDI (ASX:SDI) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.96, compared to a current price of A$1.40 — trading 45.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is A$2.0 Mil. SDI's overall GF Score™ is 61/100 with 8 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 SDI (ASX:SDI), the current Research & Development is A$2.0 Mil as of Dec. 2025. 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 SDI (ASX:SDI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SDI stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$1.40 is trading 45.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.96. GuruFocus considers SDI to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:SDI:

  • Research & Development: A$2.0 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$0.96 vs. price of A$1.40 (45.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 61/100 with 8 warning signs

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

SDI Business Description

Address 3 - 15 Brunsdon Street, Bayswater, VIC, AUS, 3153
SDI Ltd is engaged in the research and development, manufacturing, and marketing of specialist dental materials. Its products include dental accessories, adhesives, cements, composites, equipment, sealants, tooth whitening, and others. The company's geographical segments includes Australia; Europe; USA and Brazil. It derives a majority of revenue from Australia.
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