MVST (Microvast Holdings) Research & Development: $34.7 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


MVST Microvast Holdings Inc MVST
76 GF Score
Price $1.18
GF Value $1.84
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is Microvast Holdings Research & Development?

Microvast Holdings MVST -7.84% 76 Research & Development is $34.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MVST with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.84 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Microvast Holdings's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $8.8 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $34.7 Mil.

Microvast Holdings  (NAS:MVST) 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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Microvast Holdings Research & Development Historical Data

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Microvast Holdings Research & Development Chart

Microvast Holdings Annual Data
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Microvast Holdings Quarterly Data
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Microvast Holdings 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 $34.7 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 $34.7 Mil mean?
Microvast Holdings (MVST) has a Research & Development of $34.7 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Microvast Holdings and its competitors.
Is Microvast Holdings' Research & Development too high?
Microvast Holdings' current Research & Development is $34.7 Mil. Overall, Microvast Holdings has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Microvast Holdings' Research & Development compare to CPS and MNRO?
Microvast Holdings' Research & Development of $34.7 Mil can be compared against companies in the Vehicles & Parts 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 Vehicles & Parts company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Vehicles & Parts 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 Microvast Holdings and its competitors. Microvast Holdings's current Research & Development is $34.7 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Microvast Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Microvast Holdings (MVST) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.84, compared to a current price of $1.18 — trading 36.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $34.7 Mil. Microvast Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 5 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 Microvast Holdings (MVST), the current Research & Development is $34.7 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 Microvast Holdings (MVST) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Microvast Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1.18 is trading 36.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.84. GuruFocus considers Microvast Holdings to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for MVST:

  • Research & Development: $34.7 Mil
  • GF Value™: $1.84 vs. price of $1.18 (36.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Microvast Holdings Business Description

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Address 12603 Southwest Freeway, Suite 300, Stafford, TX, USA, 77477
Microvast Holdings Inc develops lithium-ion battery technologies focused on high-performance solutions for commercial and industrial electrification. The Company designs, develops, and manufactures battery components and systems for electric commercial vehicles and energy storage systems (ESS), with applications across buses, trucks, port equipment, and mining machinery. It emphasizes innovation in battery design without relying on legacy technologies and supports platforms such as the IVECO eDaily and various bus models. The Company also provides services, repairs, and warranty and extended warranty support. It operates as a single reportable segment, covering design, development, manufacturing, sales, and leasing of battery systems, and generates the majority of its revenue from Europe.
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