LENOVO GROUP LTD S/ADR - LNVGY STOCK NEWS

Lenovo Group (ADR: LNVGY) has been added to the Hang Seng Index effective March 7, 2022, recognizing its consistent performance and aligning it with leading blue-chip companies in Hong Kong. This inclusion expands Lenovo's potential shareholder base by attracting investment funds that prioritize index membership. Lenovo has also been a part of the Hang Seng Tech Index since July 2020 and is set to release its FY2021/22 Q3 earnings on February 23, 2022, highlighting record growth with profitability expected to double within three years.

Lenovo announced the recipients of its Evolve Small grant program, awarding CAD $10,000 each to ten Ontario-based BIPOC small businesses impacted by COVID-19. In collaboration with the Toronto Region Board of Trade, the program aims to support minority-owned businesses through grants and educational programming, promoting digital adoption. A total of 203 applications were reviewed, with recipients chosen for their equity and inclusion efforts. The initiative signifies Lenovo's commitment to aiding the economic recovery of vulnerable communities in Toronto.

Lenovo and Ducati have strengthened their technology partnership as the Ducati Lenovo Team prepares for the 2022 MotoGP season. Leveraging Lenovo's advanced data analytics and AI, Ducati aims to enhance performance on and off the track, including the completion of the Remote Garage project for real-time data management. Key technologies include High Performance Computing, which has accelerated data analysis, and the ThinkSystem SE350 edge server, enhancing connectivity and security. Together, they aim to innovate further with AI and machine learning.

Lenovo has launched its TruScale High Performance Computing as a Service (HPCaaS) at the Winterstock event, providing organizations access to powerful supercomputing resources through a cloud-like experience. This service addresses the growing demands for compute and storage, enabling faster insights for research institutions. With a pay-per-use model, it allows flexibility and scalability for HPC workloads, helping organizations maximize ROI and avoid procurement delays. Lenovo aims to simplify HPC access to support innovations in fields such as academia, healthcare, and manufacturing.

Lenovo is hosting its Family Day Sale from February 7-28, offering substantial discounts on laptops, desktops, gaming monitors, and accessories. The sale includes a Sneak Peek Week with laptops under $400 and gaming monitors starting at $275. Doorbuster deals will kick off on Family Day (February 21) with significant savings on popular products. Lenovo aims to provide customers with its best prices of the year, with exclusive offers available at Lenovo.com.

Lenovo is launching its Presidents' Day Sale from February 7-28, featuring substantial discounts on laptops, desktops, gaming monitors, and accessories. The sale starts with Sneak Peek Week from February 7-13, offering laptops under $300 and monitors under $200. The main sale kicks off on February 14, with additional deals and hourly promotions beginning on February 21. Customers earn double MyLenovo Rewards points during this period. The event aims to deliver significant savings for tech shoppers.

Research by Lenovo shows that 44% of employees are open to working in the metaverse, hinting at a shift towards immersive workplaces. However, 43% express skepticism about their employers' ability to implement this change. The study highlights a split confidence level among global employees regarding their companies' readiness, with 51% viewing swift technology adoption as critical. Although 44% believe the metaverse could enhance productivity, 59% doubt adequate employer investment in IT. Lenovo's Everything-as-a-Service solutions aim to facilitate this transition, which presents opportunities amidst the identified challenges.

At CES 2022, Lenovo unveiled a range of innovative products and solutions including the new ThinkPad Z series, ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 3, and Lenovo Neptune liquid cooling technologies. The ThinkPad Z13 and Z16 leverage AMD Ryzen PRO 6000 processors with an emphasis on sustainability, featuring recycled materials. New ThinkBook devices cater to SMBs, while enhanced ThinkVision monitors support hybrid work environments. Lenovo also introduced its CO2 Offset Service and Premium Care Plus for improved customer support.