Rafael Microelectronics (ROCO:6568) Research & Development: NT$202 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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ROCO:6568 Rafael Microelectronics Inc ROCO:6568
72 GF Score
Price NT$154.00
GF Value NT$135.92
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Rafael Microelectronics Research & Development?

Rafael Microelectronics ROCO:6568 -4.64% 72 Research & Development is NT$202 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ROCO:6568 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$135.92 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Rafael Microelectronics's Research & Development for the three months ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$55 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$202 Mil.

Rafael Microelectronics  (ROCO:6568) 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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Rafael Microelectronics Research & Development Historical Data

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Rafael Microelectronics Research & Development Chart

Rafael Microelectronics Annual Data
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Rafael Microelectronics Quarterly Data
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Rafael Microelectronics 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 quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was NT$202 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$202 Mil mean?
Rafael Microelectronics (ROCO:6568) has a Research & Development of NT$202 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Rafael Microelectronics and its competitors.
Is Rafael Microelectronics' Research & Development too high?
Rafael Microelectronics' current Research & Development is NT$202 Mil. Overall, Rafael Microelectronics has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rafael Microelectronics' Research & Development compare to NVDA and AVGO?
Rafael Microelectronics' Research & Development of NT$202 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 Rafael Microelectronics and its competitors. Rafael Microelectronics's current Research & Development is NT$202 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Rafael Microelectronics stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rafael Microelectronics (ROCO:6568) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$135.92, compared to a current price of NT$154.00 — trading 13.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is NT$202 Mil. Rafael Microelectronics' overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Rafael Microelectronics (ROCO:6568), the current Research & Development is NT$202 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 Rafael Microelectronics (ROCO:6568) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rafael Microelectronics stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$154.00 is trading 13.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$135.92. GuruFocus considers Rafael Microelectronics to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:6568:

  • Research & Development: NT$202 Mil
  • GF Value™: NT$135.92 vs. price of NT$154.00 (13.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:6568 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Rafael Microelectronics Business Description

Address Chenggong 12th Street, 8th Floor, No.28, Hsinchu County, Zhubei, TWN, 30264
Rafael Microelectronics Inc engaged in the research and development, design, manufacturing, and marketing of radio frequency integrated circuits (RF ICs), RF integrated systems, and related products. Its products include IOT connectivity, optical networking, satellite communication, STB receivers, and TV receivers. The company's geographical segments include Taiwan, China, Europe and America, and Other parts of Asia.
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