Business Segments · R&D
Specialty Semiconductor Process — R&D
KLA Corporation Specialty Semiconductor Process — R&D increased by 7.6% to $13.81M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryGrowth
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026
Rolls up toR&D
How to read this metric
Higher spending indicates a commitment to future growth and technological leadership, though it reduces short-term profitability.
Detailed definition
Represents the expenses incurred by the Specialty Semiconductor Process segment to develop new technologies, improve exi...
Peer comparison
High R&D intensity is typical for semiconductor equipment manufacturers to keep pace with Moore's Law.
Metric ID:
klac_segment_specialty_semiconductor_process_research_and_developmentHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $12.83M | $13.81M |
| QoQ Change | — | +7.6% |
| YoY Change | — | +7.6% |
Range$12.83M – $13.81M
Avg YoY Growth+7.6%
Median YoY Growth+7.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is KLA Corporation's specialty semiconductor process — r&d?
- KLA Corporation (KLAC) reported specialty semiconductor process — r&d of $13.81M in Q1 2026.
- What does specialty semiconductor process — r&d mean?
- The amount spent on innovation and product development within this specific business unit.