R&D Spending Showdown: Texas Instruments Incorporated vs Applied Materials, Inc.

Tech Giants' R&D Race: Who's Leading the Innovation Charge?

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Thursday, January 1, 201514510000001280000000
Friday, January 1, 201615400000001370000000
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Monday, January 1, 201820190000001559000000
Tuesday, January 1, 201920540000001544000000
Wednesday, January 1, 202022340000001530000000
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Saturday, January 1, 202227710000001670000000
Sunday, January 1, 202331020000001863000000
Monday, January 1, 202432330000001959000000
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R&D Spending: A Tale of Two Tech Giants

In the ever-evolving world of technology, research and development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation. Over the past decade, Texas Instruments Incorporated and Applied Materials, Inc. have been at the forefront of this race. From 2014 to 2024, Applied Materials has consistently outpaced Texas Instruments in R&D spending, with a staggering 126% increase, reaching a peak in 2024. In contrast, Texas Instruments saw a more modest 44% growth over the same period.

This trend highlights Applied Materials' aggressive push towards innovation, investing heavily in new technologies to maintain its competitive edge. Meanwhile, Texas Instruments' steady approach reflects its focus on optimizing existing technologies. As we look to the future, these spending patterns may well dictate the trajectory of technological advancements in the semiconductor industry.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025