VELO (Velo3D) Research & Development: $12.56 Mil (TTM As of Jun. 2026)

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VELO Velo3D Inc VELO
58 GF Score
Price $11.85
GF Value $1.37
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Velo3D Research & Development?

Velo3D VELO -8.10% 58 Research & Development is $12.56 Mil as of Jun. 2026. GuruFocus rates VELO with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.37 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Velo3D's Research & Development for the three months ended in Jun. 2026 was $4.33 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $12.56 Mil.

Velo3D  (NAS:VELO) 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.

Velo3D Research & Development Related Terms

Velo3D Research & Development Historical Data

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Velo3D Research & Development Chart

Velo3D Annual Data
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Velo3D Quarterly Data
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Velo3D Research & Development Calculation

This is the expense the company spent on research and development.

Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $12.56 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 $12.56 Mil mean?
Velo3D (VELO) has a Research & Development of $12.56 Mil as of Jun. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Velo3D and its competitors.
Is Velo3D's Research & Development too high?
Velo3D's current Research & Development is $12.56 Mil. Overall, Velo3D has a GF Score™ of 58/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Velo3D's Research & Development compare to OSS and NNDM?
Velo3D's Research & Development of $12.56 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 Velo3D and its competitors. Velo3D's current Research & Development is $12.56 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Velo3D stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Velo3D (VELO) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.37, compared to a current price of $11.85 — trading 765% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $12.56 Mil. Velo3D's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 5 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 Velo3D (VELO), the current Research & Development is $12.56 Mil as of Jun. 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 Velo3D (VELO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Velo3D stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $11.85 is trading 765% above its estimated GF Value™ of $1.37. GuruFocus considers Velo3D to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for VELO:

  • Research & Development: $12.56 Mil
  • GF Value™: $1.37 vs. price of $11.85 (765% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 5 warning signs

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

Velo3D Business Description

Address 2710 Lakeview Court, Fremont, CA, USA, 94538
Velo3D Inc provides additive manufacturing (AM), also referred to as three-dimensional printing (3D printing), to deliver breakthroughs in performance, cost, and time in the production of high-value metal parts. The Velo3D intelligent metal additive manufacturing solution is comprised of the Velo3D Flow intelligent print preparation software, the Sapphire production system, and Velo3D Assure, real-time quality assurance software. Its complete manufacturing solution enables clients to build the parts needed, speed their development, and reduce their product costs.
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