
Restructuring costs (including assets write-downs) in relation to diagnostic business
This is a non-cash and non-recurring item. Restructuring costs (including assets write-downs) in relation to the diagnostic business were US$30.4 million, due to impairment loss arising from our exit from the COVID-19 testing business, recognised on (i) intangible assets of US$19.1 million; (ii) goodwill of US$3.3 million; (iii) property, plant and equipment of US$4.5 million; and (iv) write-off of prepayment of US$3.5 million.
The restructuring primarily involves realigning workforce to ensure the Company’s resources are focused on business areas with more robust growth prospects and higher profitability. This restructuring of operation will result in significant cost savings in the long run and position the Company for sustainable growth. Prenetics holds positive outlook toward the future of business and are committed to transparent communication with our stakeholders.
2023 Financial Guidance
The Company will be discussing guidance upon release of Q1 2023 results and providing an update on M&A discussions.
About Prenetics
Prenetics is a leading genomics and precision oncology company dedicated to transforming patient care through advanced genomic and molecular technologies. Our new business focus is on precision oncology, specifically on early detection and treatment. We recently acquired ACT Genomics, the only Asia-based company to receive FDA clearance for a comprehensive genomics profiling test for solid tumors. ACT has also enabled us to expand our capabilities and offer comprehensive cancer solutions to patients worldwide. Our team of world-class scientists, healthcare experts, and technology innovators are committed to driving forward precision oncology to improve patient outcomes. At Prenetics, we believe that every patient deserves personalized, effective, and affordable cancer care, and we are dedicated to making that a reality. Prenetics is listed on NASDAQ with the ticker PRE. To learn more about Prenetics, visit www.prenetics.com.
Investor Relations Contact:
investors@prenetics.com
ICR Westwicke:
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Caroline Corner | | +1 415 202 5678 | | Email: caroline.corner@westwicke.com |
Media contact:
Strategic Public Relations Group
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Corinne Ho | | +852 2114 4911 | | Email: corinne.ho@sprg.com.hk |
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s goals, targets, projections, outlooks, beliefs, expectations, strategy, plans, objectives of management for future operations of the Company, and growth opportunities are forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may,” “will,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “target,” “aim,” “estimate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “potential,” “continue,” “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. Forward-looking statements are based upon estimates and forecasts and reflect the views, assumptions, expectations, and opinions of the Company, which involve inherent risks and uncertainties, therefore should not be relied upon as being necessarily indicative of future results. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to: the Company’s ability to further develop its business, including new products and services; its ability to execute on its new business strategy in genomics and precision oncology; its ability to identify and execute on M&A opportunities, especially in precision oncology; its ability to reduce costs and improve efficiencies through its restructuring efforts; its expectations on ACT Genomics’ contribution to its revenues. In addition to the foregoing factors, you should also carefully consider the other risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s registration statement on Form F-1 and the prospectus therein, and the other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.
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