Zinwell (TPE:2485) Research & Development: NT$196 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)

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TPE:2485 Zinwell Corp TPE:2485
40 GF Score
Price NT$49.55
GF Value NT$9.17
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Zinwell Research & Development?

Zinwell TPE:2485 -0.70% 40 Research & Development is NT$196 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates TPE:2485 with a GF Score™ of 40/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$9.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Zinwell's Research & Development for the three months ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$46 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$196 Mil.

Zinwell  (TPE:2485) 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.

Zinwell Research & Development Related Terms

Zinwell Research & Development Historical Data

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Zinwell Research & Development Chart

Zinwell Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
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Zinwell 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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Zinwell 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$196 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$196 Mil mean?
Zinwell (TPE:2485) has a Research & Development of NT$196 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Zinwell and its competitors.
Is Zinwell's Research & Development too high?
Zinwell's current Research & Development is NT$196 Mil. Overall, Zinwell has a GF Score™ of 40/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zinwell's Research & Development compare to CSCO and CIEN?
Zinwell's Research & Development of NT$196 Mil can be compared against companies in the Hardware 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 Hardware company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Hardware 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 Zinwell and its competitors. Zinwell's current Research & Development is NT$196 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zinwell stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zinwell (TPE:2485) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$9.17, compared to a current price of NT$49.55 — trading 440.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is NT$196 Mil. Zinwell's overall GF Score™ is 40/100 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 Zinwell (TPE:2485), the current Research & Development is NT$196 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 Zinwell (TPE:2485) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zinwell stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$49.55 is trading 440.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$9.17. GuruFocus considers Zinwell to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:2485:

  • Research & Development: NT$196 Mil
  • GF Value™: NT$9.17 vs. price of NT$49.55 (440.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 40/100 with 2 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:2485 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Zinwell Business Description

Address 7th Floor, 512, Yuanshan Road, New Taipei City, Zhonghe District, Taipei, TWN, 235
Zinwell Corp is engaged in research and development, manufacturing and sales of Digital Cable / Satellite / Terrestrial receiving equipment, Broadcast and Broadband Communication equipment, IPTV receiving equipment, Wireless equipment. The products are categorized as Satellite / Terrestrial, Digital Home Entertainment, Residential Broadband, and CATV / MATV Transmission products. Its segment includes Digital cable and telecommunication products and Others.
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