Novatech Intelligence (HKSE:08131) Research & Development: HK$0.58 Mil (TTM As of May. 2026)

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HKSE:08131 Novatech Intelligence Ltd HKSE:08131
28 GF Score
Price HK$0.25
GF Value HK$0.11
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Novatech Intelligence Research & Development?

Novatech Intelligence HKSE:08131 +0.40% 28 Research & Development is HK$0.58 Mil as of May. 2026. GuruFocus rates HKSE:08131 with a GF Score™ of 28/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$0.11 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Novatech Intelligence's Research & Development for the six months ended in May. 2026 was HK$0.01 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 was HK$0.58 Mil.

Novatech Intelligence  (HKSE:08131) 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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Novatech Intelligence Research & Development Historical Data

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Novatech Intelligence Research & Development Chart

Novatech Intelligence Annual Data
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Novatech Intelligence Semi-Annual Data
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Novatech Intelligence Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in May. 2026 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was HK$0.58 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$0.58 Mil mean?
Novatech Intelligence (HKSE:08131) has a Research & Development of HK$0.58 Mil as of May. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Novatech Intelligence and its competitors.
Is Novatech Intelligence's Research & Development too high?
Novatech Intelligence's current Research & Development is HK$0.58 Mil. Overall, Novatech Intelligence has a GF Score™ of 28/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Novatech Intelligence's Research & Development compare to QH and SHOP?
Novatech Intelligence's Research & Development of HK$0.58 Mil can be compared against companies in the Software 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 Software company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Software 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 Novatech Intelligence and its competitors. Novatech Intelligence's current Research & Development is HK$0.58 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Novatech Intelligence stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Novatech Intelligence (HKSE:08131) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$0.11, compared to a current price of HK$0.25 — trading 127.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is HK$0.58 Mil. Novatech Intelligence's overall GF Score™ is 28/100 with 6 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 Novatech Intelligence (HKSE:08131), the current Research & Development is HK$0.58 Mil as of May. 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 Novatech Intelligence (HKSE:08131) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Novatech Intelligence stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$0.25 is trading 127.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$0.11. GuruFocus considers Novatech Intelligence to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:08131:

  • Research & Development: HK$0.58 Mil
  • GF Value™: HK$0.11 vs. price of HK$0.25 (127.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 28/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:08131 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Novatech Intelligence Business Description

Address No. 28 Connaught Road West, Unit 12, 21st Floor, Wayson Commercial Building, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, HKG
abc Multiactive Ltd is a Hong Kong-based company principally engaged in the sales of computer software licenses; computer software license leasing and provision of related services; maintenance services; sales of computer hardware and related products; provision of fintech resources services and overseas mortgage loan consultancy services. The company's operating segments are Financial Solutions and Supporting Services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Supporting Services segment. The company mainly conducts its businesses in Hong Kong.
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