Operating Expenses

R&D

Imperial Oil R&D remained flat by 0.0% to $33.50M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 13.6%, from $29.50M to $33.50M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), R&D shows an upward trend with a 10.8% CAGR.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryGrowth
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

High spending signals a commitment to future growth and innovation, though it reduces current period earnings.

Detailed definition

Expenses related to the development of new products, services, and technologies, as well as the improvement of existing...

Peer comparison

Tech leaders often spend a significant percentage of revenue on R&D to prevent disruption by competitors.

Metric ID: is_research_and_development

Historical Data

5 years
 FY'21FY'22FY'23FY'24FY'25
Value89M74M84M118M134M
YoY Change-16.9%+13.5%+40.5%+13.6%
Range74M134M
CAGR+10.8%
Avg YoY Growth+12.7%
Median YoY Growth+13.5%
Current Streak3 years growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Imperial Oil's r&d?
Imperial Oil (IMO) reported r&d of $33.50M in Q4 2025.
How has Imperial Oil's r&d changed year-over-year?
Imperial Oil's r&d increased by 13.6% year-over-year, from $29.50M to $33.50M.
What is the long-term trend for Imperial Oil's r&d?
Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Imperial Oil's r&d has grown at a 10.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $89.00M to $134.00M.
What does r&d mean?
The money spent on creating new technology and improving existing products.