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    Xiaozhang Che

    Senior Equity Research Analyst at B. Riley Securities

    Xiaozhang Che is a Senior Equity Research Analyst at B. Riley Securities specializing in technology and internet sectors, with coverage focusing on companies such as Alibaba, JD.com, Baidu, and Tencent. Recognized for sharp market insights, Che has maintained high success rates on platforms like TipRanks, consistently ranking in the top percentile of Wall Street analysts with strong average returns on stock recommendations. Che began his investment research career in the mid-2010s, joining B. Riley Securities in 2021 following previous research roles at firms including Oppenheimer & Co. and Nomura Securities. Professionally, Che holds FINRA Series 7, 63, and 86/87 licenses, underlining his industry credentials and expertise.

    Xiaozhang Che's questions to Identiv (INVE) leadership

    Xiaozhang Che's questions to Identiv (INVE) leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    Xiaozhang Che, on behalf of Craig Ellis at B. Riley Securities, asked about the progress of phasing out low-margin business during the Singapore-to-Thailand manufacturing transition and its reflection in the Q2 guidance. She also questioned the current production volume in Thailand, operational yields, and the feasibility of the previously stated Q4 gross margin target.

    Answer

    Executive Kirsten Newquist confirmed that the exit of low-margin business is reflected in the current quarter's results and Q2 guidance, with the transition to Thailand making strong progress and now over 75% complete. Executive Justin Scarpulla added that while the operational transition is on track, the company has pulled future gross margin guidance pending clarity on the impact of tariffs.

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