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Revenue Soars 44%, Basecare Medical (2170.HK) Advances Toward Global Intelligent Manufacturing

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SUZHOU, China, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amid frequent pro-fertility policy updates, Basecare Medical, a pioneer in the assisted reproductive IVD sector with full fertility health industry chain coverage, released its stellar 2024 performance report. The company achieved annual revenue of nearly RMB 300 million, a sharp 44% year-over-year (YoY) increase, signaling the initial success of its globalized full-industry-chain strategy and positioning it to become the most innovative player in the global assisted reproduction field. As societies grapple with fertility challenges and high childcare costs, China has integrated assisted reproductive services into its national healthcare system and accelerated childcare subsidy policies. Concurrently, the U.S. White House issued an executive order to strengthen fertility healthcare, mandating commercial insurance plans to cover in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments and expanding fertility welfare policies. 

44% Revenue Growth: Building a Full-Industry-Chain Ecosystem in Reproductive Health 

Against a backdrop of heightened policy support for fertility, the assisted reproduction industry has entered a strategic growth phase. As a leader in the field, Basecare Medical has leveraged its first-mover advantages in genetic testing, embryo culture, andrology diagnostics, and cryopreservation to establish a closed-loop technological ecosystem across the entire assisted reproduction value chain, emerging as one of China’s few industrial-scale benchmark enterprises. 

Basecare’s 2024 financial results highlight accelerated growth and a maturing product pipeline. The company reported revenue of RMB 299 million (up 44% YoY), gross profit of RMB 136 million (up 49% YoY), and a 1.62 percentage point improvement in gross margin to 45.54%, driven by differentiated growth across core business segments. 

Genetic Lab Section: PGT Technology Matrix as Core Barrier

The genetic testing division generated RMB 160 million in revenue (up 6% YoY), with PGT-related growth sustaining a 15% rate and the ECS project surging 56%. The recent approval of the DA5000 high-throughput sequencer marked another milestone in China’s 14th Five-Year Plan R&D initiatives. Basecare’s self-developed PGT-A kit, holding China’s first Class III innovative medical device certification, retains its first-mover edge. The PGT-M kit has completed clinical registration, poised to fill the domestic gap in single-gene disorder testing, while the PGT-SR kit is in final clinical stages, expected to complete the “PGT-A+M+SR” product line by 2025. 

Embryo Lab: Localization Penetrates High-End Markets  

Revenue in the embryo lab segment soared 161% YoY to RMB 126 million. The flagship GERIⓇ time-lapse incubator, featuring the world’s only humidity-compatible time-lapse imaging system, saw explosive growth with China sales multiplying sixfold and 42 units installed in 2024. With domestic registration expected in H1 2025, production costs are projected to drop over 30%, complemented by breakthroughs in localized Gems embryo culture media. Basecare is targeting a RMB 1 billion end-market opportunity (Frost & Sullivan data) to deepen import substitution. 

Andrology & Cryopreservation: AI Redefines Industry Standards

The andrology and cryostorage division achieved breakthroughs via AI innovation. The BKA210 intelligent sperm analyzer, China’s first AI-powered real-time live sperm analysis system with regulatory approval, revolutionizes diagnostics with full assessment in three minutes. The BSG800 ultra-low temperature storage system, deployed at Guangdong Provincial Reproductive Hospital’s smart sperm bank, achieved zero-error sample storage. Basecare also formed an AI sperm detection multi-center research alliance with 18 top institutions, offering end-to-end solutions from male fertility testing to preservation. 

By synergizing “hardware + reagents + AI systems,” Basecare is evolving from a product supplier to a fertility health ecosystem platform. Its full-industry-chain capabilities, turbocharged by policy tailwinds and technological upgrades, reinforce its leadership in China’s localization wave. 

From “Made in China” to “Global Intelligent Manufacturing” 

Basecare’s breakthroughs extend beyond domestic dominance, positioning it as a global intelligent manufacturing exemplar through cross-border innovation.  

Global Supply Chain: APEC as Growth Engine

In 2024, Basecare’s Thailand production base commenced operations, enabling localized production of GERI incubators and Gelida 47 smart liquid nitrogen tanks to serve Southeast Asia and South America. Partnering with Singapore’s Rhea Labs, the company launched an integrated IVF clinic solution covering equipment, consumables, and training. With manufacturing hubs in Suzhou, Melbourne, and Thailand, Basecare’s cross-time-zone supply chain now serves over 1,000 medical institutions across 30 countries. Overseas revenue contributions rose to 35% in 2024, with Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific sales growing 27%, 19%, and 5% YoY, respectively. Aligning with China’s Belt and Road Initiative and Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor, Basecare is deepening global industrial integration through technology exports and localized production. 

AI-Driven Fertility: Reshaping Assisted Reproduction

The EEVA embryo assessment system, integrated into GERI incubators and backed by over 100,000 embryo datasets, became the first FDA-approved AI tool to enhance top-tier embryo selection efficiency by 40%. Leveraging data from subsidiary Genea Biomedx’s global IVF clinics, Basecare is building an AI matrix for embryo, sperm, and oocyte analysis, aiming to launch an AI-powered embryo transfer planning system. The company is advancing toward becoming the world’s first “AI + Reproductive Health” platform, pushing the boundaries of intelligent assisted reproduction. 

Outlook: Bridging the Valuation Gap

As fertility issues rise to national policy agendas, Basecare, with its full-industry-chain capabilities, stands at the forefront of China’s pro-fertility policy. However, market valuations lag its potential: as of March 28, its TTM price-to-sales ratio of 3.66x remains in the lower historical range, undervaluing its technological moat and global positioning. 

With accelerating commercialization of innovations and IVF’s inclusion in public insurance, Basecare—already operating in over 30 countries—is poised to capitalize on rising IVF adoption and redefine global industry dynamics. As a trailblazer in China’s high-end medical manufacturing, its journey from local champion to global disruptor merits close watch.

 

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Lexar Launches the Professional SILVER GO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card

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V30 rating provides seamless 4K 60fps recording

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Lexar, a global leader in memory and storage, today announced the new Lexar® Professional SILVER GO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card, a versatile storage solution designed for videographers, gamers and creators who need reliable, high-performance storage across their favorite portable devices with microSD slots. Combining fast data transfers, support for high-quality video capture and durable construction, the new card helps users spend less time managing storage and more time creating and capturing their next adventure.

“Gamers and creators are pushing their hardware harder than ever, from massive game libraries to hours of 4K footage. We designed the Lexar SILVER GO so their storage is never the thing holding them back.”

“Gamers and creators are pushing their hardware harder than ever, from massive game libraries to hours of 4K footage. We designed the Lexar SILVER GO so their storage is never the thing holding them back,” said Lizette Lynch, Director of Brand Marketing at Lexar North America. “With a combination of fast transfers, reliable performance and rugged durability, the SILVER GO gives users the speed and storage they need to capture, create and play with confidence.”

The Lexar SILVER GO microSD Card offers top-notch performance of max read speeds of 250MB/s and max write speeds of 180MB/s1. Users can reach max transfer speeds when pairing the cards with the Lexar microSD/SD Reader. With a V30 Video Speed Class rating, the Lexar SILVER GO microSD Card delivers smooth, uninterrupted 4K 60fps Ultra HD recording and keeps pace with rapid-fire burst shooting. The Lexar SILVER GO microSD Card is optimized for action cameras, drones and handheld consoles including DJI, Insta360, GoPro, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck2, to name a few.

Available in capacities 64GB-512GB, the SILVER GO microSDXC is built for durability, with features such as IPX7 waterproof, wearproof, drop-proof, temperature-proof, X-ray-proof, shockproof, magnetic-proof, and vibration resistance. The free Lexar Recovery Tool gives users peace of mind, helping users attempt to recover accidentally deleted files. Separately, Lexar products are backed by a limited lifetime warranty, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

The Lexar SILVER GO microSDXC is available through Amazon, with the 512GB available at an MSRP of $144.99, 256GB available at an MSRP of $84.99, 128GB available at an MSRP of $54.99, and 64GB available at an MSRP of $34.99. For more information, visit americas.lexar.com.

Lexar Professional SILVER GO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card Availability:

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1 Speeds based on internal testing. Actual performance may vary.

2 All product and company names, and brands mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Their use is for identification purposes only and does not imply endorsement, sponsorship or affiliation with Lexar.

About Lexar

Founded in California in 1996, Lexar has dedicated 30 years advancing reliable, high-performance memory solutions and now operates more than 100,000 sales channels across six continents, serving over 100 million users in more than 70 countries. Its award-winning portfolio, from memory cards and SSDs to DRAM and mobile storage, continues to empower creators, professionals, and everyday users worldwide. For more information, please visit americas.lexar.com.

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Lexar Launches the Professional SILVER GO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card

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V30 rating provides seamless 4K 60fps recording

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Lexar, a global leader in memory and storage, today announced the new Lexar® Professional SILVER GO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card, a versatile storage solution designed for videographers, gamers and creators who need reliable, high-performance storage across their favorite portable devices with microSD slots. Combining fast data transfers, support for high-quality video capture and durable construction, the new card helps users spend less time managing storage and more time creating and capturing their next adventure.

“Gamers and creators are pushing their hardware harder than ever, from massive game libraries to hours of 4K footage. We designed the Lexar SILVER GO so their storage is never the thing holding them back.”

“Gamers and creators are pushing their hardware harder than ever, from massive game libraries to hours of 4K footage. We designed the Lexar SILVER GO so their storage is never the thing holding them back,” said Lizette Lynch, Director of Brand Marketing at Lexar North America. “With a combination of fast transfers, reliable performance and rugged durability, the SILVER GO gives users the speed and storage they need to capture, create and play with confidence.”

The Lexar SILVER GO microSD Card offers top-notch performance of max read speeds of 250MB/s and max write speeds of 180MB/s1. Users can reach max transfer speeds when pairing the cards with the Lexar microSD/SD Reader. With a V30 Video Speed Class rating, the Lexar SILVER GO microSD Card delivers smooth, uninterrupted 4K 60fps Ultra HD recording and keeps pace with rapid-fire burst shooting. The Lexar SILVER GO microSD Card is optimized for action cameras, drones and handheld consoles including DJI, Insta360, GoPro, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck2, to name a few.

Available in capacities 64GB-512GB, the SILVER GO microSDXC is built for durability, with features such as IPX7 waterproof, wearproof, drop-proof, temperature-proof, X-ray-proof, shockproof, magnetic-proof, and vibration resistance. The free Lexar Recovery Tool gives users peace of mind, helping users attempt to recover accidentally deleted files. Separately, Lexar products are backed by a limited lifetime warranty, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

The Lexar SILVER GO microSDXC is available through Amazon, with the 512GB available at an MSRP of $144.99, 256GB available at an MSRP of $84.99, 128GB available at an MSRP of $54.99, and 64GB available at an MSRP of $34.99. For more information, visit americas.lexar.com.

Lexar Professional SILVER GO microSDXC™ UHS-I Card Availability:

LINK: https://americas.lexar.com/product/lexar-professional-silver-go-microsdxc-uhs-i-card/

1 Speeds based on internal testing. Actual performance may vary.

2 All product and company names, and brands mentioned are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Their use is for identification purposes only and does not imply endorsement, sponsorship or affiliation with Lexar.

About Lexar

Founded in California in 1996, Lexar has dedicated 30 years advancing reliable, high-performance memory solutions and now operates more than 100,000 sales channels across six continents, serving over 100 million users in more than 70 countries. Its award-winning portfolio, from memory cards and SSDs to DRAM and mobile storage, continues to empower creators, professionals, and everyday users worldwide. For more information, please visit americas.lexar.com.

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Media Team, Lexar, 1 6263720725, lexar@boltpr.com, https://americas.lexar.com/

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Racquel Oden to Receive The ELC’s 2026 Achievement Award for Leadership in Financial Services and Expanding Opportunity

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HSBC executive recognized for a career building businesses, developing talent, and widening access to wealth and financial prosperity

WASHINGTON, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Executive Leadership Council (ELC) will honor Racquel Oden, HSBC’s U.S. Head of International Wealth and Premier Banking and Private Banking, with the 2026 ELC Achievement Award at The ELC Recognition Gala on October 30, 2026, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland.

With more than 25 years of financial services experience, Oden has built a career at the intersection of business growth, client leadership, and talent development. At HSBC, she leads businesses serving affluent and globally connected clients in the United States, bringing a client-first approach to one of the world’s largest financial services organizations.

“Racquel brings a rare combination of commercial discipline and genuine investment in people,” said Michael C. Hyter, President and CEO of The Executive Leadership Council. “She understands that leadership is measured in business results, certainly, but also in the people you prepare for greater responsibility and the doors you make easier for others to open. Her career reflects the kind of enterprise leadership The ELC has championed for 40 years.”

Oden’s career spans some of the world’s most prominent financial institutions. Prior to HSBC, she served as a Managing Director at JPMorgan Chase, where she led Network Expansion and held leadership roles across national sales, Consumer Banking and Wealth Management. She previously spent eight years at Merrill Lynch in several Managing Director roles and more than a decade at UBS in senior leadership positions. She began her Wall Street career in equity trading at Morgan Stanley.

Throughout that journey, Oden has described her leadership philosophy as one rooted in service and in helping people become the strongest versions of themselves. That philosophy also informs her work to expand access to wealth, opportunity, and financial fluency.

Her leadership extends across corporate and civic institutions. Oden serves on the corporate board of National Life Group and chairs the Board of Directors of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund. She also serves on the boards of the Apollo Theater and the New York City Police Foundation.

Her honors include the National Urban League’s 2026 Women of Power award and recognition among Barron’s Most Influential Women in Finance, American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Finance and Forbes’ 50 Over 50.

Oden holds a Bachelor of Arts from James Madison University and an MBA from Hampton University.

The ELC Achievement Award recognizes corporate executives whose careers reflect exceptional professional accomplishment, leadership and impact. Oden joins a distinguished group of past ELC honorees whose influence has reached across companies, industries and communities.

The ELC Marks 40 Years of Developing Leaders
Oden will receive the Achievement Award during a milestone year for The Executive Leadership Council. Founded in 1986, The ELC is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2026, marking four decades of developing leaders who perform at the highest levels of business and strengthening the leadership pipeline that sustains that excellence.

The 2026 ELC Recognition Gala will take place Friday, October 30, at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning television journalist and Entertainment Tonight co-host Kevin Frazier, the black-tie celebration will feature a special musical performance by 10-time GRAMMY Award winner Chaka Khan.

The Gala is the signature fundraising event of The ELC’s 2026 Gala Week, October 28–31, which will bring together more than 3,000 members, students, senior executives and business leaders as The ELC celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Gala Week is designed to span the leadership journey. The Honors Symposium connects ELC Scholars with senior executives and hiring managers as they prepare to enter the workplace. The Mid-Level Managers’ Symposium develops high-performing professionals preparing for greater leadership responsibility. Corporate Board Navigator helps ELC members prepare for corporate board service.

ABOUT THE ELC

The Executive Leadership Council is an independent nonprofit founded in 1986 that opens channels of opportunity for the development of global executives to positively impact business and our communities. Learn more at elcinfo.com.

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