The Descartes Systems Group (MEX:DSG N) Research & Development: MXN1,943 Mil (TTM As of Apr. 2026)


MEX:DSG N The Descartes Systems Group Inc MEX:DSG N
85 GF Score
Price MXN1,264.95
GF Value MXN2,129.50
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What is The Descartes Systems Group Research & Development?

The Descartes Systems Group MEX:DSG N 85 Research & Development is MXN1,943 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:DSG N with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,129.50.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. The Descartes Systems Group's Research & Development for the three months ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN480 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 was MXN1,943 Mil.

The Descartes Systems Group  (MEX:DSG 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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The Descartes Systems Group Research & Development Historical Data

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The Descartes Systems Group Research & Development Chart

The Descartes Systems Group Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
Research & Development
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The Descartes Systems Group Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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The Descartes Systems Group Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Apr. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN1,943 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 MXN1,943 Mil mean?
The Descartes Systems Group (MEX:DSG N) has a Research & Development of MXN1,943 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on The Descartes Systems Group and its competitors.
Is The Descartes Systems Group's Research & Development too high?
The Descartes Systems Group's current Research & Development is MXN1,943 Mil. Overall, The Descartes Systems Group has a GF Score™ of 85/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Descartes Systems Group's Research & Development compare to CRM and SHOP?
The Descartes Systems Group's Research & Development of MXN1,943 Mil can be compared against companies in the Software 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 Software company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Software 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 The Descartes Systems Group and its competitors. The Descartes Systems Group's current Research & Development is MXN1,943 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Descartes Systems Group stock overvalued right now?
The Descartes Systems Group (MEX:DSG N) has a current Research & Development of MXN1,943 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,129.50, compared to a current price of MXN1,264.95 — trading 40.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is MXN1,943 Mil. The Descartes Systems Group's overall GF Score™ is 85/100. 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 The Descartes Systems Group (MEX:DSG N), the current Research & Development is MXN1,943 Mil as of Apr. 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 The Descartes Systems Group (MEX:DSG N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Descartes Systems Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN1,264.95 is trading 40.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,129.50.

Key valuation signals for MEX:DSG N:

  • Research & Development: MXN1,943 Mil
  • GF Value™: MXN2,129.50 vs. price of MXN1,264.95 (40.6% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 85/100

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

The Descartes Systems Group Business Description

Address 120 Randall Drive, Waterloo, ON, CAN, N2V 1C6
Descartes Systems Group provides a software solution that allows users in the shipping industry to communicate with one another. Its core product is the Global Logistics Network, which is best understood as transaction-driven. Descartes charges clients to send/receive messages, data, and documents on the GLN. Customers typically contract for a monthly minimum over a multiyear period. The GLN platform allows Descartes to upsell additional software modules as well, typically provided via a software-as-a-service model.
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