ZBRA (Zebra Technologies) Research & Development: $607 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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Price $247.89
GF Value $334.13
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Zebra Technologies Research & Development?

Zebra Technologies ZBRA +4.16% 80 Research & Development is $607 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates ZBRA with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $334.13 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Research & Development is the aggregate amount of research and development expenses during the year. Zebra Technologies's Research & Development for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was $165 Mil. Its Research & Development for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $607 Mil.

Zebra Technologies  (NAS:ZBRA) 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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Zebra Technologies Research & Development Historical Data

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Zebra Technologies Research & Development Chart

Zebra Technologies Annual Data
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Zebra Technologies Quarterly Data
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Zebra Technologies 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 $607 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 $607 Mil mean?
Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) has a Research & Development of $607 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Research and development expense is the total cost for research and development activities. View historical data on Zebra Technologies and its competitors.
Is Zebra Technologies' Research & Development too high?
Zebra Technologies' current Research & Development is $607 Mil. Overall, Zebra Technologies has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zebra Technologies' Research & Development compare to VIAV and VSAT?
Zebra Technologies' Research & Development of $607 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 Zebra Technologies and its competitors. Zebra Technologies's current Research & Development is $607 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zebra Technologies stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $334.13, compared to a current price of $247.89 — trading 25.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Research & Development is $607 Mil. Zebra Technologies' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 6 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 Zebra Technologies (ZBRA), the current Research & Development is $607 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 Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zebra Technologies stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $247.89 is trading 25.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $334.13. GuruFocus considers Zebra Technologies to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ZBRA:

  • Research & Development: $607 Mil
  • GF Value™: $334.13 vs. price of $247.89 (25.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100 with 6 warning signs

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

Zebra Technologies Business Description

Address 3 Overlook Point, Lincolnshire, IL, USA, 60069
Zebra Technologies is the largest provider of automatic identification and data capture technology to enterprises. Its solutions include barcode printers and scanners, mobile computers, and workflow optimization software. The firm primarily serves the retail, transportation logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare markets, designing custom solutions to improve efficiency at its customers.
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