FriendTimes (HKSE:06820) Research & Development: HK$343 Mil (TTM As of Jun. 2026)

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HKSE:06820 FriendTimes Inc HKSE:06820
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GF Value HK$0.82
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What is FriendTimes Research & Development?

FriendTimes HKSE:06820 +2.90% 50 Research & Development is HK$343 Mil as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:06820 with a GF Score™ of 50/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.82 (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. FriendTimes's Research & Development for the six months ended in Jun. 2026 was HK$178 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was HK$343 Mil.

FriendTimes  (HKSE:06820) 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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FriendTimes Research & Development Historical Data

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* 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.

FriendTimes Research & Development Chart

FriendTimes Annual Data
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FriendTimes Semi-Annual Data
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FriendTimes Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was HK$343 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$343 Mil mean?
FriendTimes (HKSE:06820) has a Research & Development of HK$343 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on FriendTimes and its competitors.
Is FriendTimes' Research & Development too high?
FriendTimes' current Research & Development is HK$343 Mil. Overall, FriendTimes has a GF Score™ of 50/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FriendTimes' Research & Development compare to NTES and TTWO?
FriendTimes' Research & Development of HK$343 Mil can be compared against companies in the Interactive Media 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 an Interactive Media company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Interactive Media 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 FriendTimes and its competitors. FriendTimes's current Research & Development is HK$343 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FriendTimes stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FriendTimes (HKSE:06820) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.82, compared to a current price of HK$0.36 — trading 56.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is HK$343 Mil. FriendTimes' overall GF Score™ is 50/100 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 FriendTimes (HKSE:06820), the current Research & Development is HK$343 Mil as of Jun. 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 FriendTimes (HKSE:06820) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FriendTimes stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of HK$0.36 is trading 56.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.82. GuruFocus considers FriendTimes to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:06820:

  • Research & Development: HK$343 Mil
  • GF Value™: HK$0.82 vs. price of HK$0.36 (56.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 7 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:06820 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

FriendTimes Business Description

Address No 68 Qitai Road, FriendTimes Building, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu Province, Suzhou, CHN
FriendTimes Inc is an online game manufacturer and operator in China. Its game portfolio includes Fate of the Empress, Legend of Empress, Promise of Lingyun, A Story of Lala's: Rising Star, Twist of the Fate, Ink Sword: Jianghu. It derives revenue from the provision of mobile game development and publishing services. Geographically the company operates in the Chinese Mainland and Overeas.
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