United Alloy-Tech Co (ROCO:3162) Research & Development: NT$211 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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ROCO:3162 United Alloy-Tech Co Ltd ROCO:3162
67 GF Score
Price NT$61.40
GF Value NT$72.37
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is United Alloy-Tech Co Research & Development?

United Alloy-Tech Co ROCO:3162 -1.29% 67 Research & Development is NT$211 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates ROCO:3162 with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$72.37 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. United Alloy-Tech Co's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$63 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was NT$211 Mil.

United Alloy-Tech Co  (ROCO:3162) 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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United Alloy-Tech Co Research & Development Historical Data

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United Alloy-Tech Co Research & Development Chart

United Alloy-Tech Co Annual Data
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United Alloy-Tech Co 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 NT$211 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 NT$211 Mil mean?
United Alloy-Tech Co (ROCO:3162) has a Research & Development of NT$211 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on United Alloy-Tech Co and its competitors.
Is United Alloy-Tech Co's Research & Development too high?
United Alloy-Tech Co's current Research & Development is NT$211 Mil. Overall, United Alloy-Tech Co has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does United Alloy-Tech Co's Research & Development compare to CRS and ATI?
United Alloy-Tech Co's Research & Development of NT$211 Mil can be compared against companies in the Industrial Products 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 an Industrial Products company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Industrial Products 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 United Alloy-Tech Co and its competitors. United Alloy-Tech Co's current Research & Development is NT$211 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is United Alloy-Tech Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Alloy-Tech Co (ROCO:3162) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$72.37, compared to a current price of NT$61.40 — trading 15.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is NT$211 Mil. United Alloy-Tech Co's overall GF Score™ is 67/100 with 9 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 United Alloy-Tech Co (ROCO:3162), the current Research & Development is NT$211 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 United Alloy-Tech Co (ROCO:3162) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, United Alloy-Tech Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$61.40 is trading 15.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$72.37. GuruFocus considers United Alloy-Tech Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:3162:

  • Research & Development: NT$211 Mil
  • GF Value™: NT$72.37 vs. price of NT$61.40 (15.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100 with 9 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:3162 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

United Alloy-Tech Co Business Description

Address No.938, Zhongxing Road, She- Tzu Village, Xinwu District, Taoyuan, TWN, 32746
United Alloy-Tech Co Ltd mainly engages in the forging of aluminum alloys, die-casting, the production and processing of molds, and the production and sales business of auto parts. The company has two segments: the Aluminum alloy materials division and the Foam tapes division. Its product pipeline includes Aluminum Alloy 2-7 series, Front Fork End and Crown, Dropout, Riching Dropout, Mountain Bike Dropout, Yoke, Motor Mount, Hanger, and others. Geographically, the company generates the majority of its revenue from China and the rest of Asia, and also has its presence in Taiwan, Europe, and the U.S.
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