Lam Research Corporation and Nutanix, Inc.: SG&A Spending Patterns Compared

SG&A Spending Patterns: Lam Research vs. Nutanix

In the ever-evolving tech industry, understanding spending patterns is crucial for investors and analysts. This chart compares the Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses of Lam Research Corporation and Nutanix, Inc. from 2014 to 2024. Over this decade, Nutanix's SG&A expenses surged by over 1,000%, reflecting its aggressive growth strategy. In contrast, Lam Research's expenses grew by approximately 40%, indicating a more stable and controlled expansion.

Key Insights

• 2014-2018: Nutanix's SG&A expenses increased nearly sevenfold, while Lam Research saw a modest 24% rise.
• 2019-2023: Nutanix's expenses peaked in 2020, then stabilized, whereas Lam Research experienced a steady increase, peaking in 2022.
• 2024 Outlook: Both companies show a slight increase in SG&A expenses, with Nutanix maintaining a higher expenditure ratio.

These trends highlight differing strategic approaches, with Nutanix focusing on rapid expansion and Lam Research on steady growth.