R&D Spending Showdown: Applied Materials, Inc. vs Trimble Inc.

Comparing R&D investments of Applied Materials and Trimble over a decade.

__timestampApplied Materials, Inc.Trimble Inc.
Wednesday, January 1, 20141428000000317992000
Thursday, January 1, 20151451000000336700000
Friday, January 1, 20161540000000349600000
Sunday, January 1, 20171774000000370200000
Monday, January 1, 20182019000000446100000
Tuesday, January 1, 20192054000000469700000
Wednesday, January 1, 20202234000000475900000
Friday, January 1, 20212485000000536600000
Saturday, January 1, 20222771000000542100000
Sunday, January 1, 20233102000000664300000
Monday, January 1, 20243233000000
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R&D Spending: A Tale of Two Innovators

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, research and development (R&D) spending is a critical indicator of a company's commitment to innovation. Over the past decade, Applied Materials, Inc. and Trimble Inc. have demonstrated contrasting trajectories in their R&D investments. From 2014 to 2023, Applied Materials has consistently increased its R&D spending, growing by approximately 126%, from $1.43 billion to $3.10 billion. This robust growth underscores their dedication to maintaining a competitive edge in the semiconductor industry. In contrast, Trimble Inc., a leader in GPS technology, has shown a more modest increase of around 109% in the same period, from $318 million to $664 million. Notably, data for 2024 is missing for Trimble, leaving room for speculation on their future strategy. As these two giants continue to innovate, their R&D investments will be pivotal in shaping the technological landscape.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025