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ESS Tech (GWH) R&D spending by quarter
ESS Tech's R&D spending was $2.2M in Q2 2026 (second quarter 2026), -16% from Q1 2026. Over the last 6 quarters it ranged from $1.0M (Q3 2025) to $2.7M (Q4 2024).
| Quarter | R&D spending | Q/Q | Y/Y |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | $2.2M | -16% | +55% |
| Q1 2026 | $2.6M | +156% | +6% |
| Q3 2025 | $1.0M | -28% | — |
| Q2 2025 | $1.4M | -43% | — |
| Q1 2025 | $2.5M | -8% | — |
| Q4 2024 | $2.7M | — | — |
Q2 2026 at a glance
ESS Tech, Q2 2026: revenue $73K (-97% year over year), net loss $15.6M, operating cash flow −$8.9M. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Questions
What is ESS Tech's R&D spending?
ESS Tech's R&D spending was $2.2M in Q2 2026 (second quarter 2026), -16% from Q1 2026.
How has ESS Tech's R&D spending changed?
Over the last 6 quarters it ranged from $1.0M (Q3 2025) to $2.7M (Q4 2024).