TREE (LendingTree) Research & Development: $45 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


TREE LendingTree Inc TREE
74 GF Score
Price $38.34
GF Value $59.26
Valuation Possible Value Trap
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What is LendingTree Research & Development?

LendingTree TREE +4.03% 74 Research & Development is $45 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates TREE with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of $59.26 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. LendingTree's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $11 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $45 Mil.

LendingTree  (NAS:TREE) 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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LendingTree Research & Development Historical Data

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

* 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.

LendingTree Research & Development Chart

LendingTree Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
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LendingTree Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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LendingTree 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 $45 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 $45 Mil mean?
LendingTree (TREE) has a Research & Development of $45 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on LendingTree and its competitors.
Is LendingTree's Research & Development too high?
LendingTree's current Research & Development is $45 Mil. Overall, LendingTree has a GF Score™ of 74/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LendingTree's Research & Development compare to RILY and HTH?
LendingTree's Research & Development of $45 Mil can be compared against companies in the Diversified Financial Services 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 Diversified Financial Services company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Diversified Financial Services 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 LendingTree and its competitors. LendingTree's current Research & Development is $45 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LendingTree stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LendingTree (TREE) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $59.26, compared to a current price of $38.34 — trading 35.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $45 Mil. LendingTree's overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 4 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 LendingTree (TREE), the current Research & Development is $45 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 LendingTree (TREE) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LendingTree stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $38.34 is trading 35.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of $59.26. GuruFocus considers LendingTree to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TREE:

  • Research & Development: $45 Mil
  • GF Value™: $59.26 vs. price of $38.34 (35.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 4 warning signs

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

LendingTree Business Description

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LendingTree Inc. is a U.S.-based company that mainly operates an online loan marketplace. The company offers online tools and resources to help consumers find loans or other credit-based products, including mortgage loans, reverse mortgages, home equity loans, personal loans, auto loans, credit cards, student loans, small business loans, and various related products. It provides consumers with direct access to a wide array of lenders. The company has three reportable segments: Home, Consumer, and Insurance. It generates match fees by connecting consumers with lenders and closing fees from lenders when a transaction is finalized. The company conducts business solely in the United States.
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