Increasing competition in molecular diagnostics
New entrants from biochemistry/ELISA are entering molecular diagnostics due to high margins, pressuring pricing and market share.
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New entrants from biochemistry/ELISA are entering molecular diagnostics due to high margins, pressuring pricing and market share.
The WHO HAT contract (~$1.5M/year) will end in ~2 years; replacement revenue from US FDA is uncertain.
NGS segment has low margins and slow traction; management views it as a technology hedge rather than a growth driver.
Industry credit periods have extended to 3-5 months, matching competitors, which could pressure working capital.