Operating Expenses

R&D

Medline, Inc. R&D remained flat by 0.0% to $20.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 19.4%, from $16.75M to $20.00M. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), R&D shows an upward trend with a 15.5% CAGR.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryGrowth
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2013
Last reportedQ4 2025

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: research_and_development

Historical Data

3 years
 FY'23FY'24FY'25
Value$60.00M$67.00M$80.00M
YoY Change+11.7%+19.4%
Range$60.00M$80.00M
CAGR+15.5%
Avg YoY Growth+15.5%
Median YoY Growth+15.5%
Current Streak2+ years growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Medline, Inc. 's r&d?
Medline, Inc. (MDLN) reported r&d of $20.00M in Q4 2025.
How has Medline, Inc. 's r&d changed year-over-year?
Medline, Inc. 's r&d increased by 19.4% year-over-year, from $16.75M to $20.00M.
What is the long-term trend for Medline, Inc. 's r&d?
Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), Medline, Inc. 's r&d has grown at a 15.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $60.00M to $80.00M.
What does r&d mean?
The money spent on creating new technology and improving existing products.