BMBL (Bumble) Research & Development: $117.2 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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Price $2.71
GF Value $6.50
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What is Bumble Research & Development?

Bumble BMBL -2.86% 49 Research & Development is $117.2 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BMBL with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.50 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Bumble's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $30.2 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $117.2 Mil.

Bumble  (NAS:BMBL) 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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Bumble Research & Development Historical Data

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Bumble Research & Development Chart

Bumble Annual Data
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Bumble Quarterly Data
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Bumble 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 $117.2 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 $117.2 Mil mean?
Bumble (BMBL) has a Research & Development of $117.2 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Bumble and its competitors.
Is Bumble's Research & Development too high?
Bumble's current Research & Development is $117.2 Mil. Overall, Bumble has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Bumble's Research & Development compare to FVRR and GETY?
Bumble's Research & Development of $117.2 Mil can be compared against companies in the Interactive Media 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 Interactive Media company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Interactive Media 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 Bumble and its competitors. Bumble's current Research & Development is $117.2 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Bumble stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bumble (BMBL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.50, compared to a current price of $2.71 — trading 58.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $117.2 Mil. Bumble's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 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 Bumble (BMBL), the current Research & Development is $117.2 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 Bumble (BMBL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Bumble stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.71 is trading 58.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $6.50. GuruFocus considers Bumble to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BMBL:

  • Research & Development: $117.2 Mil
  • GF Value™: $6.50 vs. price of $2.71 (58.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 4 warning signs

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

Bumble Business Description

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Address 1105 West 41st Street, Austin, TX, USA, 78756
Bumble Inc is engaged in offering online dating services. The platform enables people to connect and build healthy and equitable relationships on their own terms. The company operates two apps, Bumble and Badoo, where users come every month to discover new people and connect. The company operates as one operating segment with revenue derived in the form of recurring subscriptions and in-app purchases. The company operates in USA, which derives maximum revenue; and Rest of the World.
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