MKS (LTS:0JWG) Research & Development: $310 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


LTS:0JWG MKS Inc LTS:0JWG
72 GF Score
Price $445.96
GF Value $123.25
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is MKS Research & Development?

MKS LTS:0JWG +7.23% 72 Research & Development is $310 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates LTS:0JWG with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of $123.25 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. MKS's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $81 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $310 Mil.

MKS  (LTS:0JWG) 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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MKS Research & Development Historical Data

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MKS Research & Development Chart

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MKS Quarterly Data
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MKS 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 $310 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 $310 Mil mean?
MKS (LTS:0JWG) has a Research & Development of $310 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on MKS and its competitors.
Is MKS's Research & Development too high?
MKS's current Research & Development is $310 Mil. Overall, MKS has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MKS's Research & Development compare to TDY and FTV?
MKS's Research & Development of $310 Mil can be compared against companies in the Hardware 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 Hardware company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Hardware 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 MKS and its competitors. MKS's current Research & Development is $310 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MKS stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MKS (LTS:0JWG) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $123.25, compared to a current price of $445.96 — trading 261.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $310 Mil. MKS's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 with 10 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 MKS (LTS:0JWG), the current Research & Development is $310 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 MKS (LTS:0JWG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MKS stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $445.96 is trading 261.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $123.25. GuruFocus considers MKS to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0JWG:

  • Research & Development: $310 Mil
  • GF Value™: $123.25 vs. price of $445.96 (261.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 10 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0JWG stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

MKS Business Description

Address 2 Tech Drive, Suite 201, Andover, MA, USA, 01810
MKS Inc delivers foundational technology solutions for leading edge semiconductor manufacturing, electronics and packaging, and specialty industrial applications. The company provides instruments, components, subsystems, systems, process control solutions, and specialty chemicals technology that improve process performance and optimize productivity. Its solutions address challenges of miniaturization and complexity in device manufacturing, enabling increased power, speed, and feature enhancement. MKS Inc operates through three divisions: Vacuum Solutions Division (VSD), Photonics Solutions Division (PSD), and Materials Solutions Division (MSD). The company operates in the United States, which generates maximum revenue, as well as China and other countries.
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