R&D Spending Showdown: International Business Machines Corporation vs Garmin Ltd.

IBM vs Garmin: A Decade of R&D Investment

__timestampGarmin Ltd.International Business Machines Corporation
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R&D Spending: A Tale of Two Giants

In the ever-evolving tech landscape, research and development (R&D) spending is a critical indicator of innovation and future growth. Over the past decade, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) and Garmin Ltd. have showcased contrasting R&D investment strategies.

IBM's Consistent Investment

From 2014 to 2023, IBM has consistently invested in R&D, with expenditures peaking at approximately $6.8 billion in 2023. This represents a steady increase of around 25% from 2014, underscoring IBM's commitment to maintaining its technological edge.

Garmin's Rapid Growth

Garmin, on the other hand, has demonstrated a more dynamic growth trajectory. Starting at $395 million in 2014, Garmin's R&D spending surged by over 120%, reaching $905 million in 2023. This rapid increase highlights Garmin's aggressive push into new markets and technologies.

The Missing Year

Interestingly, the data for 2024 is incomplete, leaving room for speculation on future trends.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025