Schaeffler AG (FRA:SHA0) Research & Development: €1,540 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


FRA:SHA0 Schaeffler AG FRA:SHA0
69 GF Score
Price €7.95
GF Value €5.63
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Schaeffler AG Research & Development?

Schaeffler AG FRA:SHA0 -6.25% 69 Research & Development is €1,540 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:SHA0 with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.63 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Schaeffler AG's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was €393 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1,540 Mil.

Schaeffler AG  (FRA:SHA0) 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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Schaeffler AG Research & Development Historical Data

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Schaeffler AG Research & Development Chart

Schaeffler AG Annual Data
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Schaeffler AG Quarterly Data
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Schaeffler AG 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 €1,540 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 €1,540 Mil mean?
Schaeffler AG (FRA:SHA0) has a Research & Development of €1,540 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Schaeffler AG and its competitors.
Is Schaeffler AG's Research & Development too high?
Schaeffler AG's current Research & Development is €1,540 Mil. Overall, Schaeffler AG has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Schaeffler AG's Research & Development compare to ORLY and AZO?
Schaeffler AG's Research & Development of €1,540 Mil can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 Schaeffler AG and its competitors. Schaeffler AG's current Research & Development is €1,540 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Schaeffler AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schaeffler AG (FRA:SHA0) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.63, compared to a current price of €7.95 — trading 41.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is €1,540 Mil. Schaeffler AG's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 8 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 Schaeffler AG (FRA:SHA0), the current Research & Development is €1,540 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 Schaeffler AG (FRA:SHA0) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schaeffler AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €7.95 is trading 41.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of €5.63. GuruFocus considers Schaeffler AG to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:SHA0:

  • Research & Development: €1,540 Mil
  • GF Value™: €5.63 vs. price of €7.95 (41.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:SHA0 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Schaeffler AG Business Description

Address Industriestrasse 1-3, Herzogenaurach, BY, DEU, 91074
Schaeffler AG is an automotive and industrial supplier. The company's business is managed based on three divisions: Automotive Technologies, Automotive Aftermarket, and Industrial. The Automotive Technologies division organizes its business in the Engine Systems, Transmission Systems, E-Mobility, and Chassis Systems business divisions. The industrial division distributes components and systems for rotary and linear movements as well as services for a wide range of industrial sectors. The Automotive Aftermarket division is responsible for business with spare vehicle parts. Its Automotive Technologies generates revenue. Its geographical segments are Europe, the Americas, Greater China, and Asia-Pacific.
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