GlobalWafers Co (LUX:GLOBW) Research & Development: $71 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)


LUX:GLOBW GlobalWafers Co Ltd LUX:GLOBW
66 GF Score
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What is GlobalWafers Co Research & Development?

GlobalWafers Co LUX:GLOBW 66 Research & Development is $71 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates LUX:GLOBW with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of $7.40. The stock has 10 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. GlobalWafers Co's Research & Development for the three months ended in Dec. 2025 was $16 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was $71 Mil.

GlobalWafers Co  (LUX:GLOBW) 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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GlobalWafers Co Research & Development Historical Data

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GlobalWafers Co Research & Development Chart

GlobalWafers Co Annual Data
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GlobalWafers Co Quarterly Data
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GlobalWafers Co Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $71 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 $71 Mil mean?
GlobalWafers Co (LUX:GLOBW) has a Research & Development of $71 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on GlobalWafers Co and its competitors.
Is GlobalWafers Co's Research & Development too high?
GlobalWafers Co's current Research & Development is $71 Mil. Overall, GlobalWafers Co has a GF Score™ of 66/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does GlobalWafers Co's Research & Development compare to NVDA and AVGO?
GlobalWafers Co's Research & Development of $71 Mil can be compared against companies in the Semiconductors 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 Semiconductors company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Semiconductors 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 GlobalWafers Co and its competitors. GlobalWafers Co's current Research & Development is $71 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is GlobalWafers Co stock overvalued right now?
GlobalWafers Co (LUX:GLOBW) has a current Research & Development of $71 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is $7.40, compared to a current price of $18.10 — trading 144.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $71 Mil. GlobalWafers Co's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 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 GlobalWafers Co (LUX:GLOBW), the current Research & Development is $71 Mil as of Dec. 2025. 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 GlobalWafers Co (LUX:GLOBW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, GlobalWafers Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $18.10 is trading 144.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $7.40.

Key valuation signals for LUX:GLOBW:

  • Research & Development: $71 Mil
  • GF Value™: $7.40 vs. price of $18.10 (144.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 10 warning signs

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

GlobalWafers Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 6488:Taiwan
Address No. 8, Industrial East Road 2, Hsinchu Science Park, Hsinchu, TWN
GlobalWafers is 46.64% owned by Sino-American Silicon Products after being spun off in 2011. The main source of the company's revenue is selling silicon wafers to chipmakers like TSMC and Texas Instruments. It also derives sales from gallium nitride products and green energy. GlobalWafers runs 18 production sites in nine countries across Asia, North America, and Europe. GlobalWafers is headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan, and employs over 7,084 people as of March 31, 2026. GlobalWafers had nearly 17% market share in silicon wafers in 2025.
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