MX (MagnaChip Semiconductor) Research & Development: $29.1 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


MX MagnaChip Semiconductor Corp MX
63 GF Score
Price $4.13
GF Value $4.40
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is MagnaChip Semiconductor Research & Development?

MagnaChip Semiconductor MX +0.24% 63 Research & Development is $29.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates MX with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.40 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. MagnaChip Semiconductor's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $6.7 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $29.1 Mil.

MagnaChip Semiconductor  (NYSE:MX) 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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MagnaChip Semiconductor Research & Development Historical Data

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MagnaChip Semiconductor Research & Development Chart

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MagnaChip Semiconductor Quarterly Data
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MagnaChip Semiconductor 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 $29.1 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 $29.1 Mil mean?
MagnaChip Semiconductor (MX) has a Research & Development of $29.1 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on MagnaChip Semiconductor and its competitors.
Is MagnaChip Semiconductor's Research & Development too high?
MagnaChip Semiconductor's current Research & Development is $29.1 Mil. Overall, MagnaChip Semiconductor has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MagnaChip Semiconductor's Research & Development compare to GCTS and VLN?
MagnaChip Semiconductor's Research & Development of $29.1 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 MagnaChip Semiconductor and its competitors. MagnaChip Semiconductor's current Research & Development is $29.1 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MagnaChip Semiconductor stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MagnaChip Semiconductor (MX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.40, compared to a current price of $4.13 — trading 6.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $29.1 Mil. MagnaChip Semiconductor's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 3 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 MagnaChip Semiconductor (MX), the current Research & Development is $29.1 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 MagnaChip Semiconductor (MX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MagnaChip Semiconductor stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.13 is trading 6.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $4.40. GuruFocus considers MagnaChip Semiconductor to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MX:

  • Research & Development: $29.1 Mil
  • GF Value™: $4.40 vs. price of $4.13 (6.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 3 warning signs

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

MagnaChip Semiconductor Business Description

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MagnaChip Semiconductor Corp designs and manufactures analog and mixed-signal semiconductor platform solutions for communications, Internet of Things applications, consumer, industrial and automotive applications. The company's product portfolio consists of large display solutions, mobile display solutions, sensor solutions, LED solutions, mobile solutions, and power conversions. The Company operates within a single operating segment, Power Solutions business. The company operates in Korea, Asia Pacific (other than Korea), United States and Europe.
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