CPB (The Campbell's Co) Research & Development: $97 Mil (TTM As of Apr. 2026)


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What is The Campbell's Co Research & Development?

The Campbell's Co CPB +5.07% 58 Research & Development is $97 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates CPB with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $41.79 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. The Campbell's Co's Research & Development for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was $25 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was $97 Mil.

The Campbell's Co  (NAS:CPB) 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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The Campbell's Co Research & Development Historical Data

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The Campbell's Co Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $97 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 $97 Mil mean?
The Campbell's Co (CPB) has a Research & Development of $97 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on The Campbell's Co and its competitors.
Is The Campbell's Co's Research & Development too high?
The Campbell's Co's current Research & Development is $97 Mil. Overall, The Campbell's Co has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Campbell's Co's Research & Development compare to CAG and INGR?
The Campbell's Co's Research & Development of $97 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 The Campbell's Co and its competitors. The Campbell's Co's current Research & Development is $97 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Campbell's Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Campbell's Co (CPB) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $41.79, compared to a current price of $22.28 — trading 46.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $97 Mil. The Campbell's Co's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 7 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 The Campbell's Co (CPB), the current Research & Development is $97 Mil as of Apr. 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 The Campbell's Co (CPB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Campbell's Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $22.28 is trading 46.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $41.79. GuruFocus considers The Campbell's Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for CPB:

  • Research & Development: $97 Mil
  • GF Value™: $41.79 vs. price of $22.28 (46.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 7 warning signs

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

The Campbell's Co Business Description

Address 1 Campbell Place, Camden, NJ, USA, 08103-1799
Over the past 150-plus years, Campbell's has evolved into a leading domestic packaged food manufacturer, with a portfolio that extends beyond its iconic red-and-white labeled canned soup. In fiscal 2025 (July year-end), snacks accounted for 43% of its revenue, followed by soup (27%), other simple meals (23%), and beverages (7%). Beyond its namesake, its brands include Pepperidge Farm, Goldfish, Snyder's of Hanover, Swanson, Pacific Foods, Prego, Pace, V8, and, most recently, Rao's (a deal that closed in 2024). Around 90% of its revenue results from the US and the remainder from Canada and Latin America.
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