Micron Technology MCBU — R&D decreased by 24.8% to $176.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 24.8%, from $234.00M to $176.00M.

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryGrowth
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025
Rolls up toR&D

How to read this metric

Consistent investment signals a focus on long-term innovation, while significant fluctuations may indicate changes in product roadmap or cost-cutting measures.

Detailed definition

Represents the expenses incurred by the Mobile and Client Business Unit for the design, development, and testing of new...

Peer comparison

Standard R&D expense reporting for technology segments, comparable to peers in the semiconductor industry.

Metric ID: mu_segment_mcbu_research_and_development

Historical Data

6 periods
 Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$280.50M$280.50M$280.50M$280.50M$234.00M$176.00M
QoQ Change+0.0%+0.0%+0.0%-16.6%-24.8%
YoY Change-16.6%-24.8%
Range$176.00M$280.50M
CAGR-31.1%
Avg YoY Growth-20.7%
Median YoY Growth-20.7%
Current Streak2 quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Micron Technology's mcbu — r&d?
Micron Technology (MU) reported mcbu — r&d of $176.00M in Q4 2025.
How has Micron Technology's mcbu — r&d changed year-over-year?
Micron Technology's mcbu — r&d decreased by 24.8% year-over-year, from $234.00M to $176.00M.
What does mcbu — r&d mean?
Spending dedicated to innovating and developing new memory technologies for mobile and client applications.

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