Monolithic Power Systems (BSP:M2PR34) Research & Development: R$2,108 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


BSP:M2PR34 Monolithic Power Systems Inc BSP:M2PR34
69 GF Score
Price R$123.11
GF Value R$92.53
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Monolithic Power Systems Research & Development?

Monolithic Power Systems BSP:M2PR34 -5.58% 69 Research & Development is R$2,108 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:M2PR34 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of R$92.53 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Monolithic Power Systems's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was R$526 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$2,108 Mil.

Monolithic Power Systems  (BSP:M2PR34) 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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Monolithic Power Systems Research & Development Historical Data

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Monolithic Power Systems Research & Development Chart

Monolithic Power Systems Annual Data
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Monolithic Power Systems Quarterly Data
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Monolithic Power Systems 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 R$2,108 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 R$2,108 Mil mean?
Monolithic Power Systems (BSP:M2PR34) has a Research & Development of R$2,108 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Monolithic Power Systems and its competitors.
Is Monolithic Power Systems' Research & Development too high?
Monolithic Power Systems' current Research & Development is R$2,108 Mil. Overall, Monolithic Power Systems has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Monolithic Power Systems' Research & Development compare to NXPI and ALAB?
Monolithic Power Systems' Research & Development of R$2,108 Mil can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Semiconductors 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 Monolithic Power Systems and its competitors. Monolithic Power Systems's current Research & Development is R$2,108 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Monolithic Power Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Monolithic Power Systems (BSP:M2PR34) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$92.53, compared to a current price of R$123.11 — trading 33% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is R$2,108 Mil. Monolithic Power Systems' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 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 Monolithic Power Systems (BSP:M2PR34), the current Research & Development is R$2,108 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 Monolithic Power Systems (BSP:M2PR34) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Monolithic Power Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$123.11 is trading 33% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$92.53. GuruFocus considers Monolithic Power Systems to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:M2PR34:

  • Research & Development: R$2,108 Mil
  • GF Value™: R$92.53 vs. price of R$123.11 (33% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:M2PR34 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Monolithic Power Systems Business Description

Address 1555 Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL, USA, 33401
Monolithic Power Systems is an analog and mixed-signal chipmaker specializing in power management solutions. Its mission is to reduce total energy consumption in end systems. It serves the computing, automotive, industrial, communications, and consumer end markets. MPS uses a fabless manufacturing model, partnering with third-party chip foundries to host its proprietary BCD process technology.
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