Comparing Innovation Spending: VMware, Inc. and Gen Digital Inc.

VMware vs. Gen Digital: A Decade of R&D Spending

__timestamp	Gen Digital Inc.	VMware, Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014	1038000000	1082000000
Thursday, January 1, 2015	1144000000	1239000000
Friday, January 1, 2016	748000000	1300000000
Sunday, January 1, 2017	823000000	1503000000
Monday, January 1, 2018	957000000	1755000000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019	913000000	1975000000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020	328000000	2522000000
Friday, January 1, 2021	267000000	2816000000
Saturday, January 1, 2022	253000000	3057000000
Sunday, January 1, 2023	313000000	3317000000
Monday, January 1, 2024	332000000

Data in motion

A Decade of Innovation: VMware vs. Gen Digital

In the ever-evolving tech landscape, innovation is the lifeblood of success. Over the past decade, VMware, Inc. and Gen Digital Inc. have demonstrated contrasting approaches to research and development (R&D) spending. From 2014 to 2023, VMware consistently outpaced Gen Digital in R&D investment, with VMware's spending peaking at over 3.3 billion in 2023, a staggering 200% increase from 2014. In contrast, Gen Digital's R&D expenses saw a significant decline, dropping by nearly 70% from their 2015 peak to 2022. This divergence highlights VMware's commitment to innovation, while Gen Digital's reduced spending may suggest a strategic pivot or financial constraints. As we look to the future, these trends could shape the competitive dynamics in the tech industry, influencing market leadership and technological advancements.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published

28 Jan 2025