Elbit Systems (XTAE:ESLT) Research & Development: ₪1,673 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)

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XTAE:ESLT Elbit Systems Ltd XTAE:ESLT
82 GF Score
Price ₪2,225.00
GF Value ₪1,117.08
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Elbit Systems Research & Development?

Elbit Systems XTAE:ESLT -2.70% 82 Research & Development is ₪1,673 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XTAE:ESLT with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of ₪1,117.08 (Significantly Overvalued).

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Elbit Systems's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₪455 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was ₪1,673 Mil.

Elbit Systems  (XTAE:ESLT) 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.

Elbit Systems Research & Development Related Terms

Elbit Systems Research & Development Historical Data

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Elbit Systems Research & Development Chart

Elbit Systems Annual Data
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Research & Development
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Elbit Systems Quarterly Data
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Elbit 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 ₪1,673 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 ₪1,673 Mil mean?
Elbit Systems (XTAE:ESLT) has a Research & Development of ₪1,673 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Elbit Systems and its competitors.
Is Elbit Systems' Research & Development too high?
Elbit Systems' current Research & Development is ₪1,673 Mil. Overall, Elbit Systems has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Elbit Systems' Research & Development compare to SPCX and GE?
Elbit Systems' Research & Development of ₪1,673 Mil can be compared against companies in the Aerospace & Defense 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 an Aerospace & Defense company?
A good Research & Development depends on the Aerospace & Defense 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 Elbit Systems and its competitors. Elbit Systems's current Research & Development is ₪1,673 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Elbit Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elbit Systems (XTAE:ESLT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₪1,117.08, compared to a current price of ₪2,225.00 — trading 99.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is ₪1,673 Mil. Elbit Systems' overall GF Score™ is 82/100. 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 Elbit Systems (XTAE:ESLT), the current Research & Development is ₪1,673 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 Elbit Systems (XTAE:ESLT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elbit Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₪2,225.00 is trading 99.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₪1,117.08. GuruFocus considers Elbit Systems to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XTAE:ESLT:

  • Research & Development: ₪1,673 Mil
  • GF Value™: ₪1,117.08 vs. price of ₪2,225.00 (99.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100

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

Elbit Systems Business Description

Other Exchanges ESLT:USAEB2:Germany
Address Advanced Technology Center, P.O. Box 539, Haifa, ISR, 3100401
Elbit Systems Ltd is a technology company involved in producing a portfolio of systems and products for aircraft, land, and naval applications. The company's products are used for defense, homeland security and commercial flight capabilities. Its systems and solutions may be installed on new platforms or it may perform a comprehensive modernization program to transform a platform. Elbit Systems gives instructions to its customers on the proper maintenance of its products and will provide support team specialists when the customer cannot fix a problem. The company operates in five segments: Aerospace; C4I and Cyber; ISTAR and EW; Land; and ESA. It derives maximum revenue from Land Segment. Geographically, it operates in Israel; North America; Europe; Asia-Pacific; Latin America; and Others.
82GF Score

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