Applied Materials, Inc. or MicroStrategy Incorporated: Who Invests More in Innovation?

Comparing R&D investments: Applied Materials vs. MicroStrategy

__timestampApplied Materials, Inc.MicroStrategy Incorporated
Wednesday, January 1, 20141428000000103355000
Thursday, January 1, 2015145100000065206000
Friday, January 1, 2016154000000073142000
Sunday, January 1, 2017177400000078766000
Monday, January 1, 20182019000000102499000
Tuesday, January 1, 20192054000000109423000
Wednesday, January 1, 20202234000000103561000
Friday, January 1, 20212485000000117117000
Saturday, January 1, 20222771000000127428000
Sunday, January 1, 20233102000000120530000
Monday, January 1, 20243233000000118486000
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Innovation Investment: A Tale of Two Companies

In the ever-evolving tech landscape, innovation is the lifeblood of success. Applied Materials, Inc. and MicroStrategy Incorporated, two giants in their respective fields, showcase contrasting approaches to research and development (R&D) investments over the past decade. From 2014 to 2023, Applied Materials consistently increased its R&D spending, peaking at an impressive $3.1 billion in 2023. This represents a staggering 117% increase from their 2014 investment. In contrast, MicroStrategy's R&D expenses remained relatively stable, with a modest peak of $127 million in 2022, reflecting a 23% increase over the same period. This disparity highlights Applied Materials' aggressive push towards innovation, while MicroStrategy maintains a steady, albeit smaller, commitment. As we look to the future, the missing data for 2024 leaves us curious about MicroStrategy's next move in this competitive arena.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025