FKWL (Franklin Wireless) Research & Development: $3.90 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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FKWL Franklin Wireless Corp FKWL
46 GF Score
Price $2.34
GF Value $4.11
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Franklin Wireless Research & Development?

Franklin Wireless FKWL -1.27% 46 Research & Development is $3.90 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates FKWL with a GF Score™ of 46/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.11 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Franklin Wireless's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.82 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.90 Mil.

Franklin Wireless  (NAS:FKWL) 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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Franklin Wireless Research & Development Historical Data

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Franklin Wireless Research & Development Chart

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Franklin Wireless 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 $3.90 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 $3.90 Mil mean?
Franklin Wireless (FKWL) has a Research & Development of $3.90 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Franklin Wireless and its competitors.
Is Franklin Wireless' Research & Development too high?
Franklin Wireless' current Research & Development is $3.90 Mil. Overall, Franklin Wireless has a GF Score™ of 46/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Franklin Wireless' Research & Development compare to BOSC and FIEE?
Franklin Wireless' Research & Development of $3.90 Mil can be compared against companies in the Hardware 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 Hardware company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Hardware 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 Franklin Wireless and its competitors. Franklin Wireless's current Research & Development is $3.90 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Franklin Wireless stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Franklin Wireless (FKWL) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.11, compared to a current price of $2.34 — trading 43.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $3.90 Mil. Franklin Wireless' overall GF Score™ is 46/100 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 Franklin Wireless (FKWL), the current Research & Development is $3.90 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 Franklin Wireless (FKWL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Franklin Wireless stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $2.34 is trading 43.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.11. GuruFocus considers Franklin Wireless to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for FKWL:

  • Research & Development: $3.90 Mil
  • GF Value™: $4.11 vs. price of $2.34 (43.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 46/100 with 3 warning signs

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

Franklin Wireless Business Description

Address 3940 Ruffin Road, Suite C, San Diego, CA, USA, 92123
Franklin Wireless Corp is a provider of wireless solutions, including mobile hotspots, routers, and modems, as well as hardware and software products that support machine-to-machine (M2M) applications and the Internet of Things (IoT). Its M2M and IoT solutions include embedded modules, modems, and gateways built to deliver reliable always-on connectivity supporting a spectrum of applications. These products are designed to solve wireless connectivity challenges in a range of vertical markets, including video surveillance, digital signage, home security, oil and gas exploration, kiosks, fleet management, smart grid, vehicle diagnostics, and telematics.
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