Carote (HKSE:02549) Research & Development: HK$44 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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HKSE:02549 Carote Ltd HKSE:02549
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What is Carote Research & Development?

Carote HKSE:02549 +0.27% 21 Research & Development is HK$44 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates HKSE:02549 with a GF Score™ of 21/100. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Carote's Research & Development for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$24 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$44 Mil.

Carote  (HKSE:02549) 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.

Carote Research & Development Related Terms

Carote Research & Development Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Carote's Research & Development can be seen below:

* 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.

Carote Research & Development Chart

Carote Annual Data
Trend Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
22.19 23.25 39.25 44.16 43.71

Carote Semi-Annual Data
Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Research & Development Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 22.81 21.53 19.50 24.01
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Carote 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$44 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$44 Mil mean?
Carote (HKSE:02549) has a Research & Development of HK$44 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Carote and its competitors.
Is Carote's Research & Development too high?
Carote's current Research & Development is HK$44 Mil. Overall, Carote has a GF Score™ of 21/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Carote's Research & Development compare to SN and SGI?
Carote's Research & Development of HK$44 Mil can be compared against companies in the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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 Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Furnishings, Fixtures & Appliances 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 Carote and its competitors. Carote's current Research & Development is HK$44 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Carote stock overvalued right now?
Carote (HKSE:02549) has a current Research & Development of HK$44 Mil. The current Research & Development is HK$44 Mil. Carote's overall GF Score™ is 21/100 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 Carote (HKSE:02549), the current Research & Development is HK$44 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.

Carote Business Description

Address Unit 1, Tower 6, 3rd - 5th Floor, Xiaoshan District, Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, CHN
Carote Ltd is a brand of kitchenware products. Its products are designed to provide customers with practical, well-designed, and affordable items that promote a modern cooking lifestyle. The company offers a wide range of kitchenware, from essential pots and pans to well-designed tableware and beverage containers, aiming to meet various kitchen needs and enhance the culinary experience. Geographically, the company operates in Mainland China, the United States, Western Europe, Japan, Southeast Asia, and other countries. The majority of its revenue comes from the United States.
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