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Research Dynamics: Report on CPH: FY2023 earnings update

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

This report is published by Research Dynamics, an independent research boutique

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  • This report is published by Research Dynamics, an independent research boutique
    In FY2023, the CPH Group (CPH) achieved net sales of CHF 624.0 mn, corresponding to a 14.0% decrease year-on-year (YoY), or -10.4% when adjusted for currency impacts.
  • In October 2023, CPH Group utilized its existing cash balances to fully settle its CHF 100.0 mn corporate bond upon maturity.
  • In FY2023, CPH invested CHF 35.0 mn in fixed assets to boost capacities in its Chemistry and Packaging divisions and improve efficiency across all three divisions.
  • Despite the industry demand down by 21.0% in newsprint and -24% in magazine papers in FY2023, the CPH sold 371,000 tonnes of paper in 2023.

Tower Semiconductor to Present at 2024 SEMICON China Addressing Advanced CMOS Process Technology for Micro Displays

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Monday, March 11, 2024

MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, March 11, 2024 – Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ/TASE: TSEM), the leader in high-value analog semiconductor foundry solutions, today announced its invited presentation at the upcoming 2024 SEMICON China conference.

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  • MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, March 11, 2024 – Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ/TASE: TSEM), the leader in high-value analog semiconductor foundry solutions, today announced its invited presentation at the upcoming 2024 SEMICON China conference.
  • The presentation - Advanced CMOS Process Technology for Micro Display Manufacturing - will provide an overview of current trends in the sensors and displays field, highlighting Tower’s recent technological developments for OLED micro displays catering to the evolving AR/VR market needs in China and worldwide.
  • The conference will be held in Pudong Kerry Hotel, Shanghai, China on March 20-22, 2024.
  • Tower’s session will be presented by Dr. Benoit Dupont, Sensors and Display Marketing Director, Tower Semiconductor, and is scheduled for March 20, 2024, at 11:30 am.

Li Auto Inc. Hosts 2024 Spring Launch Event

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Friday, March 1, 2024

For more details about Li MEGA and 2024 Li L7, Li L8, and Li L9 models, please visit Li Auto’s official website.

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  • For more details about Li MEGA and 2024 Li L7, Li L8, and Li L9 models, please visit Li Auto’s official website.
  • Li MEGA aims to assure big families of a superior energy replenishment experience, enabling them to travel without range anxiety.
  • With Li Auto 5C super charging stalls, Li MEGA can achieve a driving range of 500 kilometers with a 12-minute charge.
  • * Based on the statistical results of publicly available information on mass-produced vehicles as of November 7, 2023, conducted by Li Auto Laboratory.

Tower Semiconductor and Tianyi Micro Announce Strategic Cooperation in Development of Next Generation OLED Micro Displays for AR/VR

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Monday, February 26, 2024

The development is based on Tower’s unique 180nm and 65nm dedicated micro display backplane process flows, supporting current-driven (as opposed to voltage-driven) OLED pixel designs.

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  • The development is based on Tower’s unique 180nm and 65nm dedicated micro display backplane process flows, supporting current-driven (as opposed to voltage-driven) OLED pixel designs.
  • Tianyi Micro is currently the sole provider in China of current-driven pixel designs and selected Tower as its key foundry partner for micro display backplane developments.
  • Having such dedicated flows enables Tianyi to pursue its leading market position with next-generation micro displays.
  • For additional information about Tower Semiconductor’s micro displays technology offerings, please visit here.

trinamiX, Visionox and STMicroelectronics present cost-efficient, secure Face Authentication system for behind-OLED integration in smartphones

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Ludwigshafen, Germany; Beijing, China; Geneva, Switzerland -- February 21, 2024 – trinamiX, a leading provider of biometric solutions, has developed a system for invisible Face Authentication in smartphones together with top-class partners, Visionox and ST. Visionox, the world's leading manufacturer of integrated advanced display solutions, contributes the semi-transparent OLED display, allowing the invisible mounting of the Face Authentication module behind the screen. This display is ready for series integration at a competitive price, eliminating the need for a from-scratch custom design. STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, adds its exceptional global-shutter CMOS sensor with improved near-infrared (NIR) sensitivity. The advanced combination of the ultra-compact hardware, the sophisticated algorithms from trinamiX, and the semi-transparent OLED display is available to OEMs for integration into new smartphone series within six to nine months.

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  • “Its class-leading pixel and advanced performances make our global-shutter image sensor a perfect match for use in trinamiX’ secure Face Authentication systems.
  • One of these is the secure trinamiX Face Authentication,” comments the Technical Management of Visionox.
  • trinamiX Face Authentication fulfills the highest biometric security requirements defined by the International Internet Finance Authentication Alliance (IIFAA), the FIDO Alliance and Android (Google).
  • Thanks to the new approach, trinamiX Face Authentication is the first solution to also pass these certifications while the hardware is invisibly mounted behind OLED.

Fujifilm Debuts X100VI Mirrorless Digital Camera

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

VALHALLA, N.Y., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FUJIFILM North America Corporation is pleased to officially announce the highly anticipated launch of FUJIFILM X100VI digital camera ("X100VI", pronounced X100 Six), the newest model in the popular X100 Series.

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  • VALHALLA, N.Y., Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FUJIFILM North America Corporation is pleased to officially announce the highly anticipated launch of FUJIFILM X100VI digital camera ("X100VI", pronounced X100 Six), the newest model in the popular X100 Series.
  • X100VI is the latest in Fujifilm‘s digital camera portfolio to integrate Frame.io’s Camera to Cloud technology, joining X-H2, X-H2S, and GFX100 II in offering the capability.
  • These numbered X100VI units are packaged in a special, soft-release box that includes a special strap and Fujifilm history cards.
  • X100VI is expected to be available from Fujifilm dealers early March 2024 at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price of $1,599.95 USD and $2,159.99 CAD.

Universal Display Corporation Announces the Appointment of New Board Members

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) (UDC), enabling energy-efficient displays and lighting with its UniversalPHOLED® technology and materials, today announced that Dr. Nigel Brown and Dr. Joan Lau have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective March 4, 2024.

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  • Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) (UDC), enabling energy-efficient displays and lighting with its UniversalPHOLED® technology and materials, today announced that Dr. Nigel Brown and Dr. Joan Lau have joined the Company’s Board of Directors, effective March 4, 2024.
  • The addition of these new directors expands UDC’s Board to ten members.
  • “I am pleased to welcome Nigel and Joan to the Board,” said Steven V. Abramson, President and Chief Executive Officer of Universal Display Corporation and a member of the Board.
  • “Nigel adds a wealth of business innovation, technical knowledge and corporate strategic planning expertise to our Board.

Printed and Flexible Electronics Global Outlook 2024-2034: Historic Revenues from 2018-2022 and Market Forecasts to 2034, By Technology, Components, Products, Regions and Application Sector - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, March 4, 2024

The "Global Market for Printed and Flexible Electronics 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Market for Printed and Flexible Electronics 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Market for Printed and Flexible Electronics 2024-2034 provides an in-depth analysis of the global printed, flexible, stretchable and hybrid electronics industry.
  • In-depth demand analysis is provided across several verticals:
    Additionally, the report analyses the flexible, printed and solid-state battery markets for electronics.
  • Backed by over 250 tables and 500 figures, the report provides historic revenues from 2018-2022 and market forecasts up to 2034 by technology, components, products, regions and application sectors.

Hytera Unveils Wearable Two-Way Radio and S Series Product Line

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Monday, March 4, 2024

Hytera Communications (SZSE: 002583), a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions, proudly introduces its latest innovation: the S Series business two-way radios .

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  • Hytera Communications (SZSE: 002583), a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions, proudly introduces its latest innovation: the S Series business two-way radios .
  • This groundbreaking product line revolutionizes the form factor of two-way radios, catering to small and midsize businesses (SMBs) with unparalleled versatility and style.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240303929301/en/
    Hytera Unveils S Series Business Two-way Radios for Small and Midsize Businesses (Photo: Business Wire)
    The newly launched S Series comprises the S1 mini , S1 , and S1 Pro models, each boasting exceptional ergonomics, intuitive operation, and crystal-clear audio.
  • Tailored for businesses such as boutique stores, wine bars, and restaurants, the S1 mini two-way radio combines compactness with robust performance.

Universal Display Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Revenue from material sales was $82.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 as compared to $88.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.

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  • Revenue from material sales was $82.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 as compared to $88.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Cost of material sales was $33.4 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 as compared to $26.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Total gross margin was 77% in the fourth quarter of 2023 as compared to 82% in the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Operating income was $64.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 as compared to $83.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2022.