3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) Research & Development: CHF44.0 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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What is 3D Systems Research & Development?

3D Systems XSWX:DDD -0.84% 56 Research & Development is CHF44.0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DDD with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF2.09. The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. 3D Systems's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF7.6 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF44.0 Mil.

3D Systems  (XSWX:DDD) 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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3D Systems Research & Development Historical Data

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3D Systems Research & Development Chart

3D Systems Annual Data
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3D Systems Quarterly Data
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3D Systems 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 CHF44.0 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 CHF44.0 Mil mean?
3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) has a Research & Development of CHF44.0 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on 3D Systems and its competitors.
Is 3D Systems' Research & Development too high?
3D Systems' current Research & Development is CHF44.0 Mil. Overall, 3D Systems has a GF Score™ of 56/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 3D Systems' Research & Development compare to VELO and QMCO?
3D Systems' Research & Development of CHF44.0 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 3D Systems and its competitors. 3D Systems's current Research & Development is CHF44.0 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 3D Systems stock overvalued right now?
3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) has a current Research & Development of CHF44.0 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF2.09, compared to a current price of CHF2.36 — trading 12.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is CHF44.0 Mil. 3D Systems' overall GF Score™ is 56/100 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 3D Systems (XSWX:DDD), the current Research & Development is CHF44.0 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 3D Systems (XSWX:DDD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3D Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF2.36 is trading 12.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF2.09.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:DDD:

  • Research & Development: CHF44.0 Mil
  • GF Value™: CHF2.09 vs. price of CHF2.36 (12.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 4 warning signs

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

3D Systems Business Description

Address 333 Three D Systems Circle, Rock Hill, SC, USA, 29730
3D Systems Corp provide comprehensive 3D printing and digital manufacturing solutions, including 3D printers for plastics and metals, materials, software, and services, including maintenance, manufacturing and applications engineering. Its solutions support applications in two key industry verticals: Healthcare Solutions provide surgical planning, implants, instrumentation, and medical education solutions to help medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers accelerate, and ultimately, transform healthcare, and Industrial Solutions which includes aerospace, defense, transportation and general manufacturing. The company operates in the Americas, EMEA, and APAC regions.
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