MASS (908 Devices) Research & Development: $15.22 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


MASS 908 Devices Inc MASS
70 GF Score
Price $8.98
GF Value $6.91
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is 908 Devices Research & Development?

908 Devices MASS +2.87% 70 Research & Development is $15.22 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MASS with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.91 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. 908 Devices's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $3.47 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $15.22 Mil.

908 Devices  (NAS:MASS) 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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908 Devices Research & Development Historical Data

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908 Devices 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 $15.22 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 $15.22 Mil mean?
908 Devices (MASS) has a Research & Development of $15.22 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on 908 Devices and its competitors.
Is 908 Devices' Research & Development too high?
908 Devices' current Research & Development is $15.22 Mil. Overall, 908 Devices has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 908 Devices' Research & Development compare to ELMD and SI?
908 Devices' Research & Development of $15.22 Mil can be compared against companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 908 Devices and its competitors. 908 Devices's current Research & Development is $15.22 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 908 Devices stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 908 Devices (MASS) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.91, compared to a current price of $8.98 — trading 30% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $15.22 Mil. 908 Devices' overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 9 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 908 Devices (MASS), the current Research & Development is $15.22 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 908 Devices (MASS) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 908 Devices stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $8.98 is trading 30% above its estimated GF Value™ of $6.91. GuruFocus considers 908 Devices to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MASS:

  • Research & Development: $15.22 Mil
  • GF Value™: $6.91 vs. price of $8.98 (30% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 9 warning signs

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

908 Devices Business Description

Address 44 3rd Avenue, Burlington, MA, USA, 01803
908 Devices Inc develops a suite of purpose-built handheld devices for point-of-need chemical analysis. Leveraging mass spectrometry, optical spectroscopy, analytics and machine learning technologies, the company makes devices that are smaller and more accessible than conventional laboratory instruments. Its devices, including MX908, ThreatID, XplorIR and VipIR, are used to analyze unknown materials and provide actionable answers in health, safety and defense technology applications, addressing the fentanyl and illicit drug crisis, toxic carcinogen exposure and security threats. The company reimagines mass spectrometry technology by developing smaller, lower-cost and simpler-to-operate devices compared to conventional instruments, and generates maximum revenue from the United States.
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