Synlait Milk (ASX:SM1) Research & Development: A$0 Mil (TTM As of Jan. 2026)


ASX:SM1 Synlait Milk Ltd ASX:SM1
40 GF Score
Price A$0.33
GF Value A$0.26
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Synlait Milk Research & Development?

Synlait Milk ASX:SM1 +1.54% 40 Research & Development is A$0 Mil as of Jan. 2026. GuruFocus rates ASX:SM1 with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of A$0.26 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Synlait Milk's Research & Development for the six months ended in Jan. 2026 was A$0 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 was A$0 Mil.

Synlait Milk  (ASX:SM1) 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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Synlait Milk Research & Development Historical Data

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Synlait Milk Research & Development Chart

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Synlait Milk Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jan. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was A$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$0 Mil mean?
Synlait Milk (ASX:SM1) has a Research & Development of A$0 Mil as of Jan. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Synlait Milk and its competitors.
Is Synlait Milk's Research & Development too high?
Synlait Milk's current Research & Development is A$0 Mil. Overall, Synlait Milk has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Synlait Milk's Research & Development compare to KHC and GIS?
Synlait Milk's Research & Development of A$0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods 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 Synlait Milk and its competitors. Synlait Milk's current Research & Development is A$0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Synlait Milk stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Synlait Milk (ASX:SM1) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$0.26, compared to a current price of A$0.33 — trading 26.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is A$0 Mil. Synlait Milk's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 with 4 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 Synlait Milk (ASX:SM1), the current Research & Development is A$0 Mil as of Jan. 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 Synlait Milk (ASX:SM1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Synlait Milk stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$0.33 is trading 26.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$0.26. GuruFocus considers Synlait Milk to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:SM1:

  • Research & Development: A$0 Mil
  • GF Value™: A$0.26 vs. price of A$0.33 (26.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:SM1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Synlait Milk Business Description

Other Exchanges SML:New Zealand
Address 1028 Heslerton Road, RD13, Rakaia, STL, NZL, 7783
Synlait Milk Ltd is a dairy processing company that benefits from a differentiated milk supply and operating environment in New Zealand. The business operates within one industry that includes the manufacture of milk powder and its related products, liquid milk, cheese, and butter. Its segment are Synlait and Dairyworks, out of which it derives maximum revenue from Synlait segment.
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