YPF (BUE:YPFD) Research & Development: ARS0 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


BUE:YPFD YPF SA BUE:YPFD
77 GF Score
Price ARS74,700.00
GF Value ARS67,956.57
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is YPF Research & Development?

YPF BUE:YPFD -1.06% 77 Research & Development is ARS0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates BUE:YPFD with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of ARS67,956.57 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. YPF's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ARS0 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ARS0 Mil.

YPF  (BUE:YPFD) 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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YPF Research & Development Historical Data

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YPF Research & Development Chart

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YPF 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 ARS0 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 ARS0 Mil mean?
YPF (BUE:YPFD) has a Research & Development of ARS0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on YPF and its competitors.
Is YPF's Research & Development too high?
YPF's current Research & Development is ARS0 Mil. Overall, YPF has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does YPF's Research & Development compare to XOM and CVX?
YPF's Research & Development of ARS0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Oil & Gas 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 Oil & Gas company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Oil & Gas 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 YPF and its competitors. YPF's current Research & Development is ARS0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is YPF stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, YPF (BUE:YPFD) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is ARS67,956.57, compared to a current price of ARS74,700.00 — trading 9.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is ARS0 Mil. YPF's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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 YPF (BUE:YPFD), the current Research & Development is ARS0 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 YPF (BUE:YPFD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, YPF stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ARS74,700.00 is trading 9.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of ARS67,956.57. GuruFocus considers YPF to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BUE:YPFD:

  • Research & Development: ARS0 Mil
  • GF Value™: ARS67,956.57 vs. price of ARS74,700.00 (9.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 4 warning signs

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

YPF Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Address Macacha Guemes 515, Buenos Aires, ARG, C1106BKK
YPF SA is an Argentina-based integrated oil and gas company. The company operates through four business segments: Upstream, Midstream and Downstream, LNG and Integrated Gas, and New Energies. The Upstream segment focuses on the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas. The Midstream and Downstream segment includes refining, transportation, and commercialization of crude oil, refined, and petrochemical products. The LNG and Integrated Gas segment is involved in natural gas transportation, processing, storage, and commercialization. The New Energies segment focuses on energy transition initiatives, including natural gas distribution, power generation, renewable energy, and related technology development. It generates majority of revenue from Midstream and Downstream segment.
77GF Score

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