Quote Originally Posted by OngBonga View Post
R&D is not profit.

Profit is the bit that goes to shareholders in the form of dividends, or CEOs in the form of bonuses.

So tell me, where's the competition when it comes to energy? Do I get to choose a cheaper power plant?
More profit means more opportunities to invest back in your business. R&D is not a part of doing current business. It's an investment into future business.