SCHEDULE 13G/A: Periscope Capital Inc. Discloses 6.7% Passive Stake in Concord Acquisition Corp II
Beneficial Ownership Disclosure
Periscope Capital Inc., a Canadian investment adviser, has filed an amended Schedule 13G disclosing a 6.7% passive beneficial ownership stake in Concord Acquisition Corp II as of December 31, 2024.
Summary
- Periscope Capital Inc. reported beneficial ownership of 148,200 shares of Class A common stock in Concord Acquisition Corp II.
- This ownership represents 6.7% of the Issuer's outstanding Class A common stock.
- The percentage is based on 2,200,303 shares outstanding as of October 30, 2024, as reported in Concord Acquisition Corp II's Form 10-Q.
- Periscope Capital Inc. directly owns 70,200 shares and acts as investment manager for certain private investment funds (Periscope Funds) that collectively own 78,000 shares.
- The filing is an Amendment No. 2 to a Schedule 13G, indicating an update to a previously reported passive investment position.
- Periscope Capital Inc. is a non-U.S. investment adviser based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The document is a factual, routine disclosure of beneficial ownership by a passive investor, containing no positive or negative operational or financial news for the issuer.
Positives
- The filing indicates a significant, passive investment by Periscope Capital Inc., suggesting confidence in Concord Acquisition Corp II without seeking to influence control.
- The investment is held in the ordinary course of business, aligning with standard investment practices.
Future Outlook
The document does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance regarding the future performance or strategic direction of Concord Acquisition Corp II.
Management Comments
- "By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under §§ 240.14a-11." Lisa Shostack, General Counsel, Periscope Capital Inc.
Industry Context
This filing is a routine disclosure for a significant passive investor in a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC), Concord Acquisition Corp II. Such disclosures provide transparency on major shareholders, which is standard practice in the financial industry.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Provides updated information on a significant passive holder, offering transparency on the ownership structure.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2024-10-30 | Date as of which 2,200,303 shares of Common Stock were reported outstanding in the Issuer's Form 10-Q. |
| 2024-12-31 | Date of event which required the filing of this statement (reporting period end). |
| 2025-02-10 | Date of filing of this Schedule 13G Amendment No. 2. |
Keywords
Concord Acquisition Corp II, Periscope Capital Inc., Schedule 13G, Beneficial Ownership, Class A Common Stock, Passive Investment, SEC Filing, Investment Adviser, SPAC
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