KSHTY (Kuaishou Technology) Research & Development: $2,100 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


KSHTY Kuaishou Technology KSHTY
72 GF Score
Price $1.11
GF Value $1.91
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Kuaishou Technology Research & Development?

Kuaishou Technology KSHTY -1.38% 72 Research & Development is $2,100 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates KSHTY with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.91 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Kuaishou Technology's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $525 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $2,100 Mil.

Kuaishou Technology  (OTCPK:KSHTY) 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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Kuaishou Technology Research & Development Historical Data

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Kuaishou Technology Research & Development Chart

Kuaishou Technology Annual Data
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Research & Development
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Kuaishou Technology Quarterly Data
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Kuaishou Technology 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 $2,100 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 $2,100 Mil mean?
Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) has a Research & Development of $2,100 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Kuaishou Technology and its competitors.
Is Kuaishou Technology's Research & Development too high?
Kuaishou Technology's current Research & Development is $2,100 Mil. Overall, Kuaishou Technology has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kuaishou Technology's Research & Development compare to GOOGL and META?
Kuaishou Technology's Research & Development of $2,100 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 Kuaishou Technology and its competitors. Kuaishou Technology's current Research & Development is $2,100 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kuaishou Technology stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.91, compared to a current price of $1.11 — trading 41.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $2,100 Mil. Kuaishou Technology's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 2 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 Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY), the current Research & Development is $2,100 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 Kuaishou Technology (KSHTY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kuaishou Technology stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.11 is trading 41.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.91. GuruFocus considers Kuaishou Technology to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for KSHTY:

  • Research & Development: $2,100 Mil
  • GF Value™: $1.91 vs. price of $1.11 (41.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Kuaishou Technology Business Description

Address No. 16, Xierqi West Street, Haidian District, Beijing, CHN, 100085
Kuaishou Technology is a social media platform where users create, watch, and share short-form videos. Approximately half of the company's revenue comes from advertising. Additionally, Kuaishou generates revenue through livestreaming, where fans purchase virtual gifts to tip hosts. The platform also features livestreaming e-commerce, enabling users to buy products showcased in videos, with Kuaishou earning a commission on each transaction. Kuaishou's primary competitors are ByteDance's Douyin and Tencent Video. Notably, Tencent owns a 16% stake in Kuaishou.
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