BLCO (Bausch & Lomb) Research & Development: $386 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


BLCO Bausch & Lomb Corp BLCO
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GF Value $18.29
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Bausch & Lomb Research & Development?

Bausch & Lomb BLCO +2.58% 77 Research & Development is $386 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BLCO with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.29 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Bausch & Lomb's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $101 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $386 Mil.

Bausch & Lomb  (NYSE:BLCO) 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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Bausch & Lomb Research & Development Historical Data

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Bausch & Lomb Research & Development Chart

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Bausch & Lomb 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 $386 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 $386 Mil mean?
Bausch & Lomb (BLCO) has a Research & Development of $386 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Bausch & Lomb and its competitors.
Is Bausch & Lomb's Research & Development too high?
Bausch & Lomb's current Research & Development is $386 Mil. Overall, Bausch & Lomb has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bausch & Lomb's Research & Development compare to ISRG and BDX?
Bausch & Lomb's Research & Development of $386 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 Bausch & Lomb and its competitors. Bausch & Lomb's current Research & Development is $386 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bausch & Lomb stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bausch & Lomb (BLCO) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.29, compared to a current price of $15.91 — trading 13% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $386 Mil. Bausch & Lomb's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 10 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 Bausch & Lomb (BLCO), the current Research & Development is $386 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 Bausch & Lomb (BLCO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bausch & Lomb stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $15.91 is trading 13% below its estimated GF Value™ of $18.29. GuruFocus considers Bausch & Lomb to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for BLCO:

  • Research & Development: $386 Mil
  • GF Value™: $18.29 vs. price of $15.91 (13% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 10 warning signs

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

Bausch & Lomb Business Description

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Bausch & Lomb is one of the largest vision care companies in the US. The firm was previously a subsidiary under parent company Bausch Health and it was spun off to become a public company in 2022. It operates in three segments: vision care, surgical, and ophthalmic pharmaceuticals. Vision care is composed of contact lenses, a market that B&L controls 10%, and ocular health products, which includes Biotrue and Lumify. Surgical includes a suite of intraocular lenses, equipment for cataract and vitreoretinal surgeries, as well as surgical instruments. Ophthalmic pharmaceuticals has a diverse lineup of products, including Xipere, Vyzulta, and Lotemax that treat different complications. With over 100 products, B&L has the largest portfolio of eye care prescriptions in the space.
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