Fic Global (TPE:3701) Research & Development: NT$571 Mil (TTM As of Dec. 2025)


TPE:3701 Fic Global Inc TPE:3701
74 GF Score
Price NT$43.50
GF Value NT$36.44
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Fic Global Research & Development?

Fic Global TPE:3701 -6.85% 74 Research & Development is NT$571 Mil as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates TPE:3701 with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$36.44 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Fic Global's Research & Development for the three months ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$180 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$571 Mil.

Fic Global  (TPE:3701) 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.

Fic Global Research & Development Related Terms

Fic Global Research & Development Historical Data

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Fic Global Research & Development Chart

Fic Global Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
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Fic Global 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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Fic Global 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$571 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$571 Mil mean?
Fic Global (TPE:3701) has a Research & Development of NT$571 Mil as of Dec. 2025. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Fic Global and its competitors.
Is Fic Global's Research & Development too high?
Fic Global's current Research & Development is NT$571 Mil. Overall, Fic Global has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fic Global's Research & Development compare to DELL and SNDK?
Fic Global's Research & Development of NT$571 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 Fic Global and its competitors. Fic Global's current Research & Development is NT$571 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fic Global stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fic Global (TPE:3701) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$36.44, compared to a current price of NT$43.50 — trading 19.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is NT$571 Mil. Fic Global's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 6 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 Fic Global (TPE:3701), the current Research & Development is NT$571 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 Fic Global (TPE:3701) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fic Global stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$43.50 is trading 19.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$36.44. GuruFocus considers Fic Global to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TPE:3701:

  • Research & Development: NT$571 Mil
  • GF Value™: NT$36.44 vs. price of NT$43.50 (19.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TPE:3701 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Fic Global Business Description

Address No.300, Yang Guang Street, 1-9th Floor, Neihu District, Taipei, TWN
Fic Global Incis engaged in research and development, manufacturing and sales of optical communication, automobile products, monitoring products, industrial computers and touch screen; electronics manufacturing services for computers and servers; and leases of property. Its segments include 3CEMS and its subsidiaries, Ubiqconn and its subsidiaries, FIC Inc. and its subsidiaries, and Other companies. It derives the majority of revenue from 3CEMS and its subsidiaries segment. Geographically it derives majority of revenue from China with operations spread across Taiwan, USA, Malaysia, and Other.
74GF Score

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