Hla Group (SHSE:600398) Research & Development: ¥212 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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SHSE:600398 Hla Group Corp Ltd SHSE:600398
87 GF Score
Price ¥5.98
GF Value ¥7.75
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Hla Group Research & Development?

Hla Group SHSE:600398 -0.17% 87 Research & Development is ¥212 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SHSE:600398 with a GF Score™ of 87/100 and a GF Value™ of ¥7.75 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Hla Group's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥47 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ¥212 Mil.

Hla Group  (SHSE:600398) 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.

Hla Group Research & Development Related Terms

Hla Group Research & Development Historical Data

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Hla Group Research & Development Chart

Hla Group Annual Data
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Hla Group Quarterly Data
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Hla Group 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 ¥212 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 ¥212 Mil mean?
Hla Group (SHSE:600398) has a Research & Development of ¥212 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Hla Group and its competitors.
Is Hla Group's Research & Development too high?
Hla Group's current Research & Development is ¥212 Mil. Overall, Hla Group has a GF Score™ of 87/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hla Group's Research & Development compare to RL and LEVI?
Hla Group's Research & Development of ¥212 Mil can be compared against companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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 Hla Group and its competitors. Hla Group's current Research & Development is ¥212 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hla Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hla Group (SHSE:600398) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ¥7.75, compared to a current price of ¥5.98 — trading 22.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is ¥212 Mil. Hla Group's overall GF Score™ is 87/100 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 Hla Group (SHSE:600398), the current Research & Development is ¥212 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 Hla Group (SHSE:600398) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hla Group stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ¥5.98 is trading 22.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of ¥7.75. GuruFocus considers Hla Group to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SHSE:600398:

  • Research & Development: ¥212 Mil
  • GF Value™: ¥7.75 vs. price of ¥5.98 (22.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 87/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SHSE:600398 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Hla Group Business Description

Address Xinqiao Town, Jiangsu Province, Jiangyin, CHN, 214421
Hla Group Corp Ltd is a Chinese clothing company. Its businesses include the operation of brand clothes, the production, and sales of upscale suits and professional clothing. Its brand clothing management includes brand management, supply chain management, and marketing network management. The company operates product brands including HLA, HLA Group Buying, OVV, Yingshi YeeHoO, and HLA Optimal Selection. The company offers men's clothing, women's clothing, and accessories.
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