Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co (HKSE:02145) Research & Development: HK$247 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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HKSE:02145 Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Ltd HKSE:02145
79 GF Score
Price HK$27.72
GF Value HK$95.85
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Research & Development?

Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co HKSE:02145 -1.14% 79 Research & Development is HK$247 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates HKSE:02145 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$95.85 (Significantly Undervalued).

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's Research & Development for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$134 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$247 Mil.

Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co  (HKSE:02145) 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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Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Research & Development Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's Research & Development can be seen below:

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Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Research & Development Chart

Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
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Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Semi-Annual Data
Dec19 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Research & Development Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 78.12 84.32 108.42 112.73 134.30
HKSE:02145
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Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Ltd HKSE:02145
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Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic 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 Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was HK$247 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 HK$247 Mil mean?
Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co (HKSE:02145) has a Research & Development of HK$247 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co and its competitors.
Is Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's Research & Development too high?
Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's current Research & Development is HK$247 Mil. Overall, Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's Research & Development compare to PG and CL?
Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's Research & Development of HK$247 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 Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co and its competitors. Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's current Research & Development is HK$247 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co (HKSE:02145) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$95.85, compared to a current price of HK$27.72 — trading 71.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is HK$247 Mil. Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100. 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 Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co (HKSE:02145), the current Research & Development is HK$247 Mil as of Dec. 2025. 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 Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co (HKSE:02145) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$27.72 is trading 71.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$95.85. GuruFocus considers Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:02145:

  • Research & Development: HK$247 Mil
  • GF Value™: HK$95.85 vs. price of HK$27.72 (71.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:02145 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Business Description

Address Jumeng Tiandi Plaza No. 710 Yishan Road, 22nd Floor, Building 5, Xuhui District, Shanghai, CHN
Shanghai Chicmax Cosmetic Co Ltd is a China-based multi-brand cosmetics company mainly engaged in the research, development, production, and sales of skincare, maternity, and childcare products. It offers a wide range of cosmetics products under various brands, including KANS, One Leaf, and Baby Elephant. The company's products include skin care products, maternal and childcare products, toiletries, and others. The group operates in one single business unit that includes mainly the manufacture and sale of cosmetic products.
79GF Score

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