eBay (LIM:EBAY) Research & Development: $1,730.00 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


What is eBay Research & Development?

eBay LIM:EBAY 82 Research & Development is $1,730.00 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates LIM:EBAY with a GF Score™ of 82/100. The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. eBay's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $450.00 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,730.00 Mil.

eBay  (LIM:eBay) 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.

eBay Research & Development Related Terms

eBay Research & Development Historical Data

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

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eBay Research & Development Chart

eBay Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
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eBay Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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eBay 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 $1,730.00 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 $1,730.00 Mil mean?
eBay (LIM:EBAY) has a Research & Development of $1,730.00 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on eBay and its competitors.
Is eBay's Research & Development too high?
eBay's current Research & Development is $1,730.00 Mil. Overall, eBay has a GF Score™ of 82/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does eBay's Research & Development compare to SE and JD?
eBay's Research & Development of $1,730.00 Mil can be compared against companies in the Retail - Cyclical 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Retail - Cyclical 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 eBay and its competitors. eBay's current Research & Development is $1,730.00 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is eBay stock overvalued right now?
eBay (LIM:EBAY) has a current Research & Development of $1,730.00 Mil. The current Research & Development is $1,730.00 Mil. eBay's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 8 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 eBay (LIM:EBAY), the current Research & Development is $1,730.00 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.

eBay Business Description

Address 2025 Hamilton Avenue, San Jose, CA, USA, 95125
Founded in 1995, eBay operates one of the world's largest online marketplaces, connecting buyers and sellers across more than 190 markets. In 2025, the firm generated $11.1 billion in revenue on nearly $80 billion of gross merchandise volume, serving 135 million active buyers and 18 million active sellers (users who closed at least one transaction in the past year). The firm monetizes its marketplace primarily through transaction fees and advertising, with 52% of revenue derived from the US and the remainder from international markets. In a bid to expand its reach among Generation Z and in the recommerce sector, eBay announced the $1.2 billion acquisition of fashion resale app Depop from Etsy in early 2026.