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Lenovo Reports First Quarter 2007/08 Results



    Lenovo Group today reported strong results for its first fiscal
    quarter of 2007/08, ended June 30, 2007. Consolidated revenue for the
    quarter grew 13 percent, year over year, to US$3.9 billion, driven by
    robust shipment growth in all geographies. Lenovo's worldwide PC
    shipments grew more than 22 percent in the quarter, well ahead of the
    industry average growth of approximately 13 percent.

    Lenovo's gross profit margin for the first quarter improved to
    14.9 percent, compared to 14.3 percent in the same period a year ago,
    and down 30 basis points sequentially. Excluding restructuring charges
    taken in the first quarter, pre-tax income increased 258 percent to
    US$123 million. Net cash reserves as of June 30, 2007 totaled US$1.3
    billion.

    In April 2007, Lenovo announced an action plan to strengthen its
    global competitive position and increase operational efficiency
    worldwide. As a result, Lenovo's reported results reflect a
    restructuring charge relating to the plan of approximately US$45
    million taken in the first fiscal quarter, which ended June 30, 2007.
    Reflecting that restructuring charge, Lenovo reported pre-tax income
    of US$78 million and basic earnings per share for the first quarter of
    2007/08 of 0.78 US cents, or 6.10 HK cents.

    "In the past two years, through the formulation of the right
    strategy and effective execution, Lenovo's performance is showing
    signs of growth," said Lenovo Chairman Yang Yuanqing. "We are seeing
    signs from the strategic implementation of our integration plan that
    tell us the acquisition is on the path to success. Building upon a
    solid, healthy foundation, Lenovo has the ability to grow faster and
    tap the growth potential of the PC industry. We will not only improve
    the competitiveness of our existing business, but also actively expand
    the consumer business worldwide."

    "The steps we have taken for enhanced operational efficiency and
    expense control positioned Lenovo to take advantage of a rising
    worldwide PC market and deliver another solid quarter across all
    regions - with each geography contributing to the Company's profitable
    growth," said William J. Amelio, president and chief executive
    officer. "As Lenovo's market share growth and execution of our core
    strategic initiatives continues to drive improved performance, we
    remain focused on the fundamentals of a dynamic global market. With
    the opening of a new marketing hub in India and new manufacturing/
    fulfillment facilities in Mexico, India, China and the U.S., Lenovo
    continues to invest in key markets around the world, further improve
    our supply chain, and accelerate our ability to reach both existing
    and new regions and segments."

    GEOGRAPHIC OVERVIEW

    -- Lenovo Greater China posted US$1.5 billion in consolidated
    revenue in the first fiscal quarter, up 14 percent. The
    Company's growth in PC shipments outpaced the industry average
    for the Greater China market, driven by growth in both the
    Company's transaction and relationship business. Lenovo's
    Greater China business accounted for 39 percent of total
    revenue in the quarter.

    -- The Americas accounted for US$1.1 billion in consolidated
    revenue, or 29 percent of total revenue. The rollout of the
    transaction business model in the U.S. and Latin America
    continued to contribute to Lenovo's growing momentum in the
    region, which experienced double-digit volume and revenue
    growth year-over-year. Lenovo PC shipments in the Americas
    during the quarter increased 15 percent.

    -- In the Europe, Middle East and Africa region (EMEA), shipments
    increased 22 percent in the first fiscal quarter. For the same
    period, consolidated revenue totaled US$755 million, or 19
    percent of total revenue. The rollout of the transaction sales
    model contributed to revenue gains, with strong sales in
    Germany, France and the U.K. contributing to overall
    performance.

    -- Shipments for the Asia Pacific business (excluding Greater
    China) increased 12 percent in the first fiscal quarter.
    Consolidated revenue in Asia Pacific totaled US$496 million in
    the first quarter, or 13 percent of total revenue. Performance
    was driven by expanded transaction business in India and ASEAN
    countries and the launch of Lenovo products into select
    consumer markets.

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW

    -- Lenovo's Notebook computers continued to be the largest
    contributor to total revenue, driven by sales in China and the
    launch of consumer products in Asia. Notebook shipments in the
    first fiscal quarter were up 26 percent year over year, and
    consolidated revenue was US$2.1 billion, or 53 percent of
    total revenue for the quarter.

    -- In the first fiscal quarter, Lenovo's Desktop shipments rose
    20 percent year over year posting double-digit volume and
    revenue gains. Consolidated revenue was US$1.7 billion in the
    quarter, or 43 percent of total revenue.

    -- Shipments of Lenovo's Mobile Handsets, conducted primarily in
    China, increased 2 percent in the first fiscal quarter, with
    Lenovo holding the #4 position in that market. Handset
    shipments generated consolidated revenue of US$113 million, or
    3 percent of total revenue.

    ABOUT LENOVO

    Lenovo (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY) is dedicated to building the
    world's best-engineered personal computers. Lenovo's business model is
    built on innovation, operational efficiency and customer satisfaction,
    as well as a focus on investment in emerging markets. Formed by Lenovo
    Group's acquisition of the former IBM Personal Computing Division, the
    company develops, manufactures, and markets reliable, high-quality,
    secure, and easy-to-use technology products and services worldwide.
    Lenovo has major research centers in Yamato, Japan; Beijing, Shanghai
    and Shenzhen, China; and Raleigh, North Carolina. For more
    information, see www.lenovo.com.

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    LENOVO GROUP
    FINANCIAL SUMMARY
    For the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2007

    (in $US millions, except per share data)

    Y/Y
    Q1 Q1 %
    07/08 06/07 CHG
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    Turnover $3,926 $3,476 13%
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    Gross Profit 585 497 18%
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    Gross Profit Margin 14.9% 14.3% 0.6 pts
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    Operating Expenses (462) (465) (1%)
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    Operating Expense Margin 11.8% 13.4% (1.6 pts)
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    Other Income* 0 2 N/A
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    Pre-Tax Income before restructuring
    cost 123 34 258%
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    Restructuring Costs (45) (19) 131%
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    Pre-Tax Income 78 15 425%
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    Profit Attributable to Shareholders 67 5 1184%
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    EPS (US cents)
    Basic 0.78 0.06 1200%
    Diluted 0.74 0.06 1133%
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    EBITDA** 182 81 125%
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    * Including finance income, finance cost and share of profits/(losses)
    of associated companies

    ** Excluding restructuring charges
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