In the world of technology and software, innovation is the core driver of growth and success. Companies constantly invest in research and development (R&D) to create new products, services, and technologies that provide them with a competitive advantage. One such company, Oracle Corporation (ORCL), with its strong commitment to R&D, contributed to its growth and success in the industry.
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In fiscal 2023, Oracle Corp revealed that the company invested $8.6 billion in research and development, a significant increase from the $7.2 billion it invested in fiscal 2022 and the $6.5 billion in fiscal 2021.
This growing investment in research and development has allowed Oracle to enhance its existing portfolio of offerings, develop new, cutting-edge technologies and services, and stay ahead of the curve in the competitive technology landscape.
Oracle’s commitment to R&D enables it to focus on improving the performance, security, reliability, operation, integration, and cost-effectiveness of its offerings relative to competitors.
It also allows the company to incorporate emerging technologies within its offerings to enable leaner business processes, automation, and innovation. One example of Oracle’s innovative offerings is the Oracle Autonomous Database – a transformational infrastructure that uses machine learning capabilities to automate traditionally manual functions.
Additionally, Oracle’s selective and active acquisition program is another important element of its corporate strategy.
Over time, the company has invested billions of dollars to acquire a number of companies, products, services, and technologies that add to, complement, or have otherwise enhanced its existing offerings. The company’s latest acquisition of Cerner Corporation in June 2022 is a testament to this strategy.
Oracle offers a wide range of products and services to its customers, including enterprise applications, infrastructure offerings, cloud services, licenses, hardware support contracts, and professional services to help customers maximize the performance of their investments in Oracle products and services.
Its dedication to R&D, an acquisition-driven strategy, and a remarkable ability to adapt and show flexibility to customers’ needs make Oracle a formidable player in the technology and software industry.
However, with significant investment in R&D also comes the challenge of managing risks and uncertainties associated with the ever-evolving technology landscape.
Factors that might contribute to differences in the company’s progress and contribution to its goals in this area include increased competition, supply chain shortages, navigating legal proceedings, and the financial impact of their acquisitions and investments.
To maintain its position at the forefront of technology, Oracle must continue to embrace a forward-looking approach to growth, making strategic investments in research and development, acquisitions, and other key areas to stay ahead of competitors and meet the evolving demands of its diverse customer base.
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Financials in millions USD. Fiscal year is June – May. source
| Year | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 – 1992 | |
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| 0 | Revenue | 42440 | 40479 | 39068 | 39506 | 39383 | 37792 | 37047 | 38226 | 38275 | 37180 | Upgrade |
| 1 | Revenue Growth (YoY) | 4.84% | 3.61% | -1.11% | 0.31% | 4.21% | 2.01% | -3.08% | -0.13% | 2.95% | 0.16% | Upgrade |
| 2 | Cost of Revenue | 8877 | 7855 | 7938 | 7995 | 8060 | 7452 | 7479 | 7532 | 7236 | 7379 | Upgrade |
| 3 | Gross Profit | 33563 | 32624 | 31130 | 31511 | 31323 | 30340 | 29568 | 30694 | 31039 | 29801 | Upgrade |
| 4 | Selling, General & Admin | 9364 | 8936 | 9275 | 9774 | 9715 | 9257 | 9039 | 8732 | 8605 | 8134 | Upgrade |
| 5 | Research & Development | 7219 | 6527 | 6067 | 6026 | 6084 | 6153 | 5787 | 5524 | 5151 | 4850 | Upgrade |
| 6 | Other Operating Expenses | 6054 | 1948 | 1892 | 2176 | 2260 | 2017 | 2138 | 2567 | 2524 | 2133 | Upgrade |
| 7 | Operating Expenses | 22637 | 17411 | 17234 | 17976 | 18059 | 17427 | 16964 | 16823 | 16280 | 15117 | Upgrade |
| 8 | Operating Income | 10926 | 15213 | 13896 | 13535 | 13264 | 12913 | 12604 | 13871 | 14759 | 14684 | Upgrade |
| 9 | Interest Expense / Income | 2755 | 2496 | 1995 | 2082 | 2025 | 1798 | 1467 | 1143 | 914 | 797 | Upgrade |
| 10 | Other Expense / Income | 522 | -282 | -162 | -815 | -1185 | -565 | -305 | -106 | 141 | -11 | Upgrade |
| 11 | Pretax Income | 7649 | 12999 | 12063 | 12268 | 12424 | 11680 | 11442 | 12834 | 13704 | 13898 | Upgrade |
| 12 | Income Tax | 932 | -747 | 1928 | 1185 | 8837 | 2228 | 2541 | 2896 | 2749 | 2973 | Upgrade |
| 13 | Net Income | 6717 | 13746 | 10135 | 11083 | 3587 | 9452 | 8901 | 9938 | 10955 | 10925 | Upgrade |
| 14 | Net Income Growth | -51.13% | 35.63% | -8.55% | 208.98% | -62.05% | 6.19% | -10.43% | -9.28% | 0.27% | 9.46% | Upgrade |
| 15 | Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 2700 | 2945 | 3211 | 3634 | 4121 | 4115 | 4221 | 4404 | 4528 | 4769 | Upgrade |
| 16 | Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 2786 | 3022 | 3294 | 3732 | 4238 | 4217 | 4305 | 4503 | 4604 | 4844 | Upgrade |
| 17 | Shares Change | -7.81% | -8.26% | -11.74% | -11.94% | 0.50% | -2.04% | -4.40% | -2.19% | -4.95% | -4.93% | Upgrade |
| 18 | EPS (Basic) | 2.49 | 4.67 | 3.16 | 3.05 | 0.87 | 2.30 | 2.11 | 2.26 | 2.42 | 2.29 | Upgrade |
| 19 | EPS (Diluted) | 2.41 | 4.55 | 3.08 | 2.97 | 0.85 | 2.24 | 2.07 | 2.21 | 2.38 | 2.26 | Upgrade |
| 20 | EPS Growth | -47.03% | 47.73% | 3.70% | 249.41% | -62.05% | 8.21% | -6.33% | -7.14% | 5.31% | 15.31% | Upgrade |
| 21 | Free Cash Flow Per Share | 1.86 | 4.67 | 3.60 | 3.55 | 3.31 | 2.94 | 2.96 | 3.00 | 3.17 | 2.85 | Upgrade |
| 22 | Dividend Per Share | 1.280 | 1.040 | 0.960 | 0.810 | 0.760 | 0.640 | 0.600 | 0.510 | 0.480 | 0.300 | Upgrade |
| 23 | Dividend Growth | 23.08% | 8.33% | 18.52% | 6.58% | 18.75% | 6.67% | 17.65% | 6.25% | 60.00% | 25.00% | Upgrade |
| 24 | Gross Margin | 79.08% | 80.59% | 79.68% | 79.76% | 79.53% | 80.28% | 79.81% | 80.30% | 81.09% | 80.15% | Upgrade |
| 25 | Operating Margin | 25.74% | 37.58% | 35.57% | 34.26% | 33.68% | 34.17% | 34.02% | 36.29% | 38.56% | 39.49% | Upgrade |
| 26 | Profit Margin | 15.83% | 33.96% | 25.94% | 28.05% | 9.11% | 25.01% | 24.03% | 26.00% | 28.62% | 29.38% | Upgrade |
| 27 | Free Cash Flow Margin | 11.85% | 33.97% | 29.63% | 32.63% | 34.66% | 32.03% | 33.73% | 34.50% | 37.47% | 36.51% | Upgrade |
| 28 | Effective Tax Rate | 12.18% | -5.75% | 15.98% | 9.66% | 71.13% | 19.08% | 22.21% | 22.57% | 20.06% | 21.39% | Upgrade |
| 29 | EBITDA | 13526 | 18411 | 17026 | 17269 | 17234 | 15929 | 15418 | 16838 | 17526 | 17626 | Upgrade |
| 30 | EBITDA Margin | 31.87% | 45.48% | 43.58% | 43.71% | 43.76% | 42.15% | 41.62% | 44.05% | 45.79% | 47.41% | Upgrade |
| 31 | Depreciation & Amortization | 3122 | 2916 | 2968 | 2919 | 2785 | 2451 | 2509 | 2861 | 2908 | 2931 | Upgrade |
| 32 | EBIT | 10404 | 15495 | 14058 | 14350 | 14449 | 13478 | 12909 | 13977 | 14618 | 14695 | Upgrade |
| 33 | EBIT Margin | 24.51% | 38.28% | 35.98% | 36.32% | 36.69% | 35.66% | 34.84% | 36.56% | 38.19% | 39.52% | Upgrade |
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