Who Prioritizes Innovation? R&D Spending Compared for International Business Machines Corporation and ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd.

ASE Technology leads in R&D spending over IBM.

__timestampASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd.International Business Machines Corporation
Wednesday, January 1, 2014102960000005437000000
Thursday, January 1, 2015109280000005247000000
Friday, January 1, 2016113910000005726000000
Sunday, January 1, 2017117470000005590000000
Monday, January 1, 2018149630000005379000000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019183960000005910000000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020193010000006262000000
Friday, January 1, 2021210530000006488000000
Saturday, January 1, 2022243700000006567000000
Sunday, January 1, 2023254994080006775000000
Monday, January 1, 2024288299120000
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Innovation in Focus: A Comparative Analysis of R&D Spending

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, ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. has consistently outpaced International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) in R&D investment. From 2014 to 2023, ASE Technology's R&D expenses surged by approximately 148%, reaching a peak in 2023. In contrast, IBM's R&D spending grew by a modest 25% over the same period.

This trend highlights ASE Technology's aggressive push towards innovation, with its R&D spending in 2023 being nearly four times that of IBM. Such a strategic focus positions ASE Technology as a formidable player in the tech industry, while IBM's steady, albeit slower, growth reflects a more conservative approach. The data for 2024 remains 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