Research and Development: Comparing Key Metrics for Parker-Hannifin Corporation and Dover Corporation

R&D Investment Trends in Industrial Giants: A Decade of Change

__timestampDover CorporationParker-Hannifin Corporation
Wednesday, January 1, 2014118411000410132000
Thursday, January 1, 2015115037000403085000
Friday, January 1, 2016104479000359796000
Sunday, January 1, 2017130536000336675000
Monday, January 1, 2018143033000327877000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019140957000294852000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020142101000293837000
Friday, January 1, 2021157826000259039000
Saturday, January 1, 2022163300000191000000
Sunday, January 1, 2023153111000258000000
Monday, January 1, 20240298000000
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A Decade of Innovation: R&D Trends in Industrial Giants

In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial manufacturing, research and development (R&D) play a pivotal role in driving innovation and maintaining competitive advantage. Over the past decade, Parker-Hannifin Corporation and Dover Corporation have demonstrated distinct approaches to R&D investment.

From 2014 to 2023, Parker-Hannifin consistently allocated a significant portion of its resources to R&D, peaking in 2014 with an investment that was more than double that of Dover. However, by 2022, Parker-Hannifin's R&D expenses had decreased by over 50%, reflecting a strategic shift or market adaptation. In contrast, Dover Corporation showed a steady increase in R&D spending, culminating in a 38% rise from 2014 to 2022.

These trends highlight the dynamic strategies of these industrial leaders, emphasizing the importance of R&D in fostering innovation and sustaining growth in a competitive market.

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U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Date published
28 Jan 2025