Dow (XSWX:DOW) Research & Development: CHF585 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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What is Dow Research & Development?

Dow XSWX:DOW -0.34% 60 Research & Development is CHF585 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:DOW with a GF Score™ of 60/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF32.92. The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Dow's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF143 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF585 Mil.

Dow  (XSWX:DOW) 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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Dow Research & Development Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Dow'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.

Dow Research & Development Chart

Dow Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Research & Development
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Dow 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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Dow 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 CHF585 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 CHF585 Mil mean?
Dow (XSWX:DOW) has a Research & Development of CHF585 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Dow and its competitors.
Is Dow's Research & Development too high?
Dow's current Research & Development is CHF585 Mil. Overall, Dow has a GF Score™ of 60/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Dow's Research & Development compare to CE and OLN?
Dow's Research & Development of CHF585 Mil can be compared against companies in the Chemicals 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 Chemicals company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Chemicals 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 Dow and its competitors. Dow's current Research & Development is CHF585 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Dow stock overvalued right now?
Dow (XSWX:DOW) has a current Research & Development of CHF585 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF32.92, compared to a current price of CHF23.66 — trading 28.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is CHF585 Mil. Dow's overall GF Score™ is 60/100 with 9 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 Dow (XSWX:DOW), the current Research & Development is CHF585 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 Dow (XSWX:DOW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Dow stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF23.66 is trading 28.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF32.92.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:DOW:

  • Research & Development: CHF585 Mil
  • GF Value™: CHF32.92 vs. price of CHF23.66 (28.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 60/100 with 9 warning signs

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

Dow Business Description

Address 2211 H.H. Dow Way, Midland, MI, USA, 48674
Dow Chemical is a diversified global chemicals producer formed in 2019 as a result of the DowDuPont merger and subsequent separations. The firm is a leading producer of several chemicals, including polyethylene, ethylene oxide, and silicone rubber. Its products have numerous applications in consumer and industrial end markets.
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