R&D Insights: How Apple Inc. and Seagate Technology Holdings plc Allocate Funds

Apple vs. Seagate: A Decade of R&D Investment

__timestamp	Apple Inc.	Seagate Technology Holdings plc
Wednesday, January 1, 2014	6041000000	1226000000
Thursday, January 1, 2015	8067000000	1353000000
Friday, January 1, 2016	10045000000	1237000000
Sunday, January 1, 2017	11581000000	1232000000
Monday, January 1, 2018	14236000000	1026000000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019	16217000000	991000000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020	18752000000	973000000
Friday, January 1, 2021	21914000000	903000000
Saturday, January 1, 2022	26251000000	941000000
Sunday, January 1, 2023	29915000000	797000000
Monday, January 1, 2024	31370000000	654000000

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R&D Spending: A Tale of Two Tech Giants

In the ever-evolving tech landscape, research and development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation. Over the past decade, Apple Inc. and Seagate Technology Holdings plc have demonstrated contrasting approaches to R&D investment. From 2014 to 2024, Apple's R&D expenses surged by over 400%, reflecting its commitment to pioneering new technologies and maintaining its market dominance. In 2023 alone, Apple allocated approximately 30 billion dollars to R&D, a testament to its relentless pursuit of innovation.

Conversely, Seagate's R&D spending has seen a gradual decline, dropping by nearly 50% over the same period. This shift may indicate a strategic pivot towards optimizing existing technologies rather than exploring new frontiers. As we look to the future, these trends offer a fascinating glimpse into how these tech titans prioritize their resources in a competitive industry.

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Date published

28 Jan 2025