WPP Scangroup (NAI:SCAN) Research & Development: KES0 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)


NAI:SCAN WPP Scangroup Ltd NAI:SCAN
55 GF Score
Price KES2.06
GF Value KES1.27
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is WPP Scangroup Research & Development?

WPP Scangroup NAI:SCAN -4.63% 55 Research & Development is KES0 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates NAI:SCAN with a GF Score™ of 55/100 and a GF Value™ of KES1.27 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. WPP Scangroup's Research & Development for the six months ended in Dec. 2025 was KES0 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was KES0 Mil.

WPP Scangroup  (NAI:SCAN) 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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WPP Scangroup Research & Development Historical Data

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WPP Scangroup Research & Development Chart

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WPP Scangroup Research & Development Calculation

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

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 adds up the semi-annually data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was KES0 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 KES0 Mil mean?
WPP Scangroup (NAI:SCAN) has a Research & Development of KES0 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on WPP Scangroup and its competitors.
Is WPP Scangroup's Research & Development too high?
WPP Scangroup's current Research & Development is KES0 Mil. Overall, WPP Scangroup has a GF Score™ of 55/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does WPP Scangroup's Research & Development compare to APP and OMC?
WPP Scangroup's Research & Development of KES0 Mil can be compared against companies in the Media - Diversified 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 Media - Diversified company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Media - Diversified 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 WPP Scangroup and its competitors. WPP Scangroup's current Research & Development is KES0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is WPP Scangroup stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WPP Scangroup (NAI:SCAN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES1.27, compared to a current price of KES2.06 — trading 62.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is KES0 Mil. WPP Scangroup's overall GF Score™ is 55/100 with 4 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 WPP Scangroup (NAI:SCAN), the current Research & Development is KES0 Mil as of Dec. 2025. 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 WPP Scangroup (NAI:SCAN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, WPP Scangroup stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KES2.06 is trading 62.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of KES1.27. GuruFocus considers WPP Scangroup to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NAI:SCAN:

  • Research & Development: KES0 Mil
  • GF Value™: KES1.27 vs. price of KES2.06 (62.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 55/100 with 4 warning signs

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

WPP Scangroup Business Description

Address Valley Road, Upper Hill, The Chancery, 5th Floor, P.O. Box 34537, Nairobi, KEN, 00100
WPP Scangroup Ltd is a company based in Kenya which is engaged in the provision of marketing communication services. The principal activity of the company includes the provision of integrated marketing communication services, which consolidates six disciplines including advertising, branding, consulting, media investment management, advertising research, public relations, digital advertising and specialty communications. Geographically, the company derives a majority of its revenue from Kenya.
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