NewGenIvf Announces Filing of 2023 Annual Report with the SEC
Rhea-AI Summary
NewGenIvf Group (NASDAQ: NIVF), a comprehensive fertility services provider in Asia, filed its 2023 annual report with the SEC on August 19, 2024. Key financial highlights include:
- Total revenues of US$5.1 million in 2023
- Gross profit increased by 9.4% to US$1.7 million
- Gross margin improved to 32.8% from 25.9% in 2022
- Net income of US$0.1 million
The company secured a senior unsecured convertible note facility of up to US$13.3 million to fund expansion plans. NewGenIvf is also evaluating a proposed reverse merger with COVIRIX Medical Pty The company aims to capitalize on the growing demand for fertility services in Asia and upcoming legal changes in Thailand regarding commercial surrogacy and same-sex marriage.
Positive
- Total revenues reached US$5.1 million in 2023
- Gross profit increased by 9.4% to US$1.7 million
- Gross margin improved to 32.8% from 25.9% in 2022
- Achieved net income of US$0.1 million
- Secured a convertible note facility for up to US$13.3 million
- Signed an order for IVF treatments and surrogacy services until the end of 2025
- Plans to open an additional clinic in Bangkok, Thailand
Negative
- None.
Insights
NewGenIvf's 2023 financial results show modest growth and profitability. Total revenues reached
The recent
Investors should closely monitor the execution of expansion plans and the outcome of the proposed merger, as these will be critical for future growth and profitability.
NewGenIvf's positioning in the Asian fertility market is strategically sound, given the rising demand for such services in the region. The company's plan to open an additional clinic in Bangkok demonstrates a commitment to market expansion. However, the lack of specific metrics on treatment success rates or patient numbers is notable.
The potential legalization of commercial surrogacy in Thailand for both local and foreign couples could significantly boost NewGenIvf's business. Similarly, progress towards legal recognition of same-sex marriage could open up a new customer segment. These regulatory changes, if implemented, would likely drive growth in the fertility services sector.
The company's focus on upgrading infrastructure with latest technologies is important in the competitive IVF industry. However, more details on specific technological advancements or unique treatment offerings would provide better insight into NewGenIvf's competitive edge in the market.
The evolving legal landscape in Thailand presents significant opportunities for NewGenIvf. The potential legalization of commercial surrogacy for both local and foreign couples could dramatically expand the company's addressable market. Similarly, progress towards legal recognition of same-sex marriage could open up a new customer segment previously unable to access certain fertility services.
However, investors should be cautious. These legal changes are still in progress and their final form may differ from current expectations. Additionally, any new regulations will likely come with compliance requirements that could impact operational costs.
The proposed reverse merger with COVIRIX introduces legal complexities. Shareholders should closely monitor disclosures related to this transaction, as it could significantly alter the company's structure and governance. The recent convertible note facility also introduces potential legal considerations regarding debt obligations and possible future equity dilution.
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BANGKOK, Thailand, Aug. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NewGenIvf Group (NASDAQ: NIVF) (“NewGen” or the “Company”), a comprehensive fertility services provider in Asia helping couples and individuals obtain access to fertility treatments, today announced that on August 19, 2024, the Company filed its 2023 annual report (20-F) with the SEC.
2023 Financial Highlights
- Total revenues were US
$5.1 million in the full year of 2023. - Gross profit increased by
9.4% to US$1.7 million from US$1.5 million in the full year of 2022. - Gross margin was
32.8% , compared to25.9% in the full year of 2022. - Net income was US
$0.1 million in the full year of 2023.
Mr. Siu Wing Fung Alfred, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of NewGen commented, “2023 was an important year during which we debuted on the Nasdaq, executed two non-binding term sheets for a proposed reverse merger, secured new funding, and laid the groundwork for our future growth. We strive to become the premier fertility service provider in Asia, and are dedicated to assisting people to embark on their family-building journeys. Across Asia, demand for fertility services is on the rise. With our strategically located clinics throughout the region, we are well-positioned to benefit from this growing opportunity. Furthermore, the legal landscape in Thailand is evolving in our favor, with plans to legalize commercial surrogacy for both local and foreign couples, alongside recent strides towards granting legal recognition to same-sex marriage. Capitalizing on these developments, we plan to open an additional clinic in Thailand near the iconic Erawan Shrine in downtown Bangkok, further solidifying our presence in this key market. In the meantime, we have also signed an order with a leading channel dealer for a very healthy amount of our IVF treatments and surrogacy services between now and the end of 2025.”
Mr. Siu Wing Fung Alfred continued, “From a financial perspective, we successfully generated US
Recent Developments
On June 3, 2024, the Company announced the execution of a non-binding term sheet regarding a proposed reverse merger (the “Proposed Transaction”) with pharmaceutical company COVIRIX Medical Pty Ltd ("COVIRIX").
On June 20, 2024, the Company announced that it was continuing to actively evaluate the terms of the Proposed Transaction with COVIRIX.
On July 23, 2024, the Company announced that it was making steady progress in its due diligence efforts on the Proposed Transaction.
On August 16, 2024, the Company announced in a 6-K filed with the SEC that it had completed an initial closing of a senior unsecured convertible note facility with a certain investment fund. More details on the transaction can be found in the aforementioned 6-K filing.
Annual Report
The Form 20-F can be accessed by visiting either the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or the Company's website at https://investors.newgenivf.com/. In addition, the Company's shareholders may receive a hard copy of the Form 20-F, which includes the Company's complete audited financial statements, free of charge by requesting a copy from the Company contact below.
About NewGen
NewGen is a comprehensive fertility services provider in Asia helping couples and individuals obtain access to fertility treatments. With a mission to aid couples and individuals in building families regardless of fertility challenges, NewGen has dedicated itself to creating increased access to infertility treatment and providing comprehensive fertility services for its customers. NewGen Group and its management have over a decade of experience in the fertility industry. NewGen's clinics are located in Thailand, Cambodia, and Kyrgyzstan, and present a full suite of services for its patients, including comprehensive infertility and assisted reproductive technology treatments, egg and sperm donation, and surrogacy, in the appropriate jurisdictions, respectively. To learn more, visit www.newgenivf.com. The information contained on, or accessible through, NewGen's website is not incorporated by reference into this press release, and you should not consider it a part of this press release.
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. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words "believe," "project," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "intend," "strategy," "future," "opportunity," "plan," "may," "should," "will," "would," "will be," "will continue," "will likely result," and similar expressions. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the forward-looking statements in this press release include descriptions of the Company's or NewGenIvf Group's future commercial operations. Forward-looking statements are predictions, projections and other statements about future events that are based on current expectations and assumptions and, as a result, are subject to risks and uncertainties. Many factors could cause actual future events to differ materially from the forward-looking statements in this press release, such as the Company's or NewGenIvf Group's inability to implement its business plans, identify and realize additional opportunities, or meet or exceed its financial projections and changes in the regulatory or competitive environment in which the Company or NewGenIvf Group operates. You should carefully consider the foregoing factors and the other risks and uncertainties described in NewGenIvf Group's Annual Report on Form 20-F and other documents filed or to be filed by NewGenIvf Group's with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") from time to time, which could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Copies of these documents are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. All information provided herein is as of the date of this press release, and the Company and NewGenIvf Group undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.
Investor Relations Contact
ICR, LLC
Robin Yang
Phone: +1 (212) 537-4406
Email: Newgenivf.IR@icrinc.com
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