Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Consolidation · Research And Development Expense

Operating Segments — Research And Development Expense

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryGrowth
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2015
Last reportedQ4 2017
Rolls up toR&D

How to read this metric

Increased spending suggests a focus on future growth and innovation, while decreased spending may indicate a focus on short-term cost management.

Detailed definition

This metric captures the costs incurred by an operating segment to develop new technologies, improve existing subsea or...

Peer comparison

Comparable to R&D investment levels in technology-driven engineering and manufacturing firms.

Metric ID: fti_segment_operating_segments_research_and_development_expense

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does operating segments — research and development expense mean?
The amount spent by a segment on innovation and developing new products or technologies.