QST International (ROCO:8349) Research & Development: NT$119 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)


ROCO:8349 QST International Corp ROCO:8349
73 GF Score
Price NT$39.00
GF Value NT$44.53
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is QST International Research & Development?

QST International ROCO:8349 -0.38% 73 Research & Development is NT$119 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates ROCO:8349 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$44.53 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. QST International's Research & Development for the three months ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$28 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$119 Mil.

QST International  (ROCO:8349) 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.

QST International Research & Development Related Terms

QST International Research & Development Historical Data

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The historical data trend for QST International's Research & Development can be seen below:

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* 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.

QST International Research & Development Chart

QST International Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
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QST International Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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QST International 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$119 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$119 Mil mean?
QST International (ROCO:8349) has a Research & Development of NT$119 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on QST International and its competitors.
Is QST International's Research & Development too high?
QST International's current Research & Development is NT$119 Mil. Overall, QST International has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does QST International's Research & Development compare to SNA and RBC?
QST International's Research & Development of NT$119 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 QST International and its competitors. QST International's current Research & Development is NT$119 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is QST International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QST International (ROCO:8349) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$44.53, compared to a current price of NT$39.00 — trading 12.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is NT$119 Mil. QST International's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 8 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 QST International (ROCO:8349), the current Research & Development is NT$119 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 QST International (ROCO:8349) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, QST International stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of NT$39.00 is trading 12.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of NT$44.53. GuruFocus considers QST International to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:8349:

  • Research & Development: NT$119 Mil
  • GF Value™: NT$44.53 vs. price of NT$39.00 (12.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:8349 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

QST International Business Description

Other Exchanges 8349A.PFD:Taiwan
Address Section 1, Changrong Road, No. 203, 3rd Floor, East District, Tainan City, TWN, 70143
QST International Corp is principally engaged in the manufacture, production, and trading of screws and nuts. Its activities include the wholesale of fasteners, industrial hardware, hardware tools, plastic products, inspection services, and accessories; the manufacture of metal products such as automotive nuts and molds; the manufacture and sale of automotive fasteners; and the manufacture of automotive parts and accessories and metal structures. It operates in Taiwan, China, Germany, Vietnam, and other countries, with China generating maximum revenue.
73GF Score

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