RIVN (Rivian Automotive) Research & Development: $1,745 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


RIVN Rivian Automotive Inc RIVN
49 GF Score
Price $14.64
GF Value $14.44
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Rivian Automotive Research & Development?

Rivian Automotive RIVN -1.71% 49 Research & Development is $1,745 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates RIVN with a GF Score™ of 49/100 and a GF Value™ of $14.44 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Rivian Automotive's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $458 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,745 Mil.

Rivian Automotive  (NAS:RIVN) 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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Rivian Automotive Research & Development Historical Data

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Rivian Automotive Research & Development Chart

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Rivian Automotive Quarterly Data
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Rivian Automotive 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 $1,745 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 $1,745 Mil mean?
Rivian Automotive (RIVN) has a Research & Development of $1,745 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Rivian Automotive and its competitors.
Is Rivian Automotive's Research & Development too high?
Rivian Automotive's current Research & Development is $1,745 Mil. Overall, Rivian Automotive has a GF Score™ of 49/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rivian Automotive's Research & Development compare to XPEV and LI?
Rivian Automotive's Research & Development of $1,745 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 Rivian Automotive and its competitors. Rivian Automotive's current Research & Development is $1,745 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Rivian Automotive stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rivian Automotive (RIVN) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $14.44, compared to a current price of $14.64 — trading 1.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $1,745 Mil. Rivian Automotive's overall GF Score™ is 49/100 with 2 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 Rivian Automotive (RIVN), the current Research & Development is $1,745 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 Rivian Automotive (RIVN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rivian Automotive stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.64 is trading 1.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $14.44. GuruFocus considers Rivian Automotive to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for RIVN:

  • Research & Development: $1,745 Mil
  • GF Value™: $14.44 vs. price of $14.64 (1.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 49/100 with 2 warning signs

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

Rivian Automotive Business Description

Address 14600 Myford Road, Irvine, CA, USA, 92606
Rivian is a battery electric vehicle automaker that sells its vehicles in the US and Canada. The company also develops electronic control units and related software for autos in a joint venture with Volkswagen. Rivian has multiple vehicles in its fleet, which include a luxury truck and full-size SUV and a delivery van. The company plans to begin selling a midsize SUV in 2026. Total deliveries were over 42,000 in 2025. Rivian is also developing autonomous driving software to be used in its vehicles and for robotaxis on the Uber ride-hailing network.
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