Atlas Copco AB (MEX:ACOF N) Research & Development: MXN13,484 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


MEX:ACOF N Atlas Copco AB MEX:ACOF N
86 GF Score
Price MXN316.77
GF Value MXN372.63
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Atlas Copco AB Research & Development?

Atlas Copco AB MEX:ACOF N 86 Research & Development is MXN13,484 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:ACOF N with a GF Score™ of 86/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN372.63 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Atlas Copco AB's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN3,284 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN13,484 Mil.

Atlas Copco AB  (MEX:ACOF N) 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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Atlas Copco AB Research & Development Historical Data

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Atlas Copco AB Research & Development Chart

Atlas Copco AB Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 9,309.57 10,123.72 11,075.56 13,413.34 13,691.97

Atlas Copco AB Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Research & Development Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 3,735.16 3,344.54 3,315.49 3,539.72 3,284.41
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Atlas Copco AB 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 MXN13,484 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 MXN13,484 Mil mean?
Atlas Copco AB (MEX:ACOF N) has a Research & Development of MXN13,484 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Atlas Copco AB and its competitors.
Is Atlas Copco AB's Research & Development too high?
Atlas Copco AB's current Research & Development is MXN13,484 Mil. Overall, Atlas Copco AB has a GF Score™ of 86/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Atlas Copco AB's Research & Development compare to GEV and ETN?
Atlas Copco AB's Research & Development of MXN13,484 Mil can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products 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 Industrial Products company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Industrial Products 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 Atlas Copco AB and its competitors. Atlas Copco AB's current Research & Development is MXN13,484 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Atlas Copco AB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Atlas Copco AB (MEX:ACOF N) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN372.63, compared to a current price of MXN316.77 — trading 15% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is MXN13,484 Mil. Atlas Copco AB's overall GF Score™ is 86/100 with 6 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 Atlas Copco AB (MEX:ACOF N), the current Research & Development is MXN13,484 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 Atlas Copco AB (MEX:ACOF N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Atlas Copco AB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN316.77 is trading 15% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN372.63. GuruFocus considers Atlas Copco AB to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ACOF N:

  • Research & Development: MXN13,484 Mil
  • GF Value™: MXN372.63 vs. price of MXN316.77 (15% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 86/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Atlas Copco AB Business Description

Address Sickla Industrivag 19, Nacka, Stockholm, SWE, SE-105 23
Atlas Copco is a 140-year-old Swedish company that pioneered air compression technology and remains a leading air compressor manufacturer. Atlas Copco is also a leading manufacturer of vacuum pump equipment, industrial power tools, and portable power and air compression equipment. The company's operations match the geographic breadth of its customers, with a presence in 180 countries. Atlas Copco's revenue is derived from three sources: initial equipment sales, spare parts, and maintenance.
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