10-Q: Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp Reports Second Quarter 2024 Results, Progresses Towards Btab Merger

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Quarterly Report


Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp. reported a net loss for the second quarter of 2024, while continuing to work towards a business combination with Btab Ecommerce Enterprises.

Delay expectedThe company has extended the deadline to complete a business combination multiple times, with the current deadline being December 13, 2024.
Capital raiseThe company may need to raise additional capital through loans or investments from its Sponsor, shareholders, officers, directors, or third parties.The company's officers, directors and Sponsor may, but are not obligated to, loan the Company funds to meet the Companys working capital needs.
Worse than expectedThe company reported a net loss for the quarter and six month period, which is worse than the net income reported in the same periods of the previous year.The company has a significant working capital deficit and has raised concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern.

Summary

  • Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp. (IWAC) reported a net loss of $78,378 for the three months ended June 30, 2024, and a net loss of $115,508 for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
  • The company's operating expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2024 were $602,104, and $1,162,718 for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
  • IWAC's cash held in trust was $49,388,822 as of June 30, 2024, compared to $47,466,611 at the end of 2023.
  • The company is working towards a business combination with Btab Ecommerce Enterprises, with a transaction consideration of $250,000,000 to be paid in shares.
  • IWAC has extended the deadline to complete a business combination to December 13, 2024, with monthly deposits into the trust account.
  • The company has a working capital deficit of $5,838,059 as of June 30, 2024, and has raised concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: The document presents a mixed picture. While the company has made progress towards a business combination, the financial losses, working capital deficit, and going concern issues raise significant concerns. The material weaknesses in internal controls further contribute to a negative sentiment.

Positives

  • The company has secured a business combination agreement with Btab Ecommerce Enterprises.
  • The trust account has increased to $49,388,822 as of June 30, 2024.
  • The deadline for completing a business combination has been extended to December 13, 2024, providing more time to finalize the deal.
  • Interest earned on cash held in the Trust Account contributed $523,726 in the three months ended June 30, 2024 and $1,047,210 in the six months ended June 30, 2024.

Negatives

  • The company reported a net loss of $78,378 for the three months ended June 30, 2024, and a net loss of $115,508 for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
  • IWAC has a significant working capital deficit of $5,838,059 as of June 30, 2024.
  • There are concerns about the company's ability to continue as a going concern.
  • The company has identified material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting.

Risks

  • The company's ability to complete the business combination is subject to various factors, including economic uncertainty and volatility in financial markets.
  • IWAC may need to raise additional capital through loans or investments, and there is no assurance that such financing will be available.
  • The company's working capital deficit raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
  • The company has identified material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting, which could impact the reliability of its financial statements.
  • The company is subject to risks associated with being a blank check company, including the risk of not completing a business combination.

Future Outlook

The company is focused on completing its business combination with Btab Ecommerce Enterprises by the extended deadline of December 13, 2024. The company may need to raise additional capital to meet its operational needs and complete the transaction.

Management Comments

  • Management has broad discretion with respect to the specific application of the net proceeds of the IPO.
  • Management believes the company is not exposed to significant risks on its cash account.
  • Management has concluded that the Public Warrants and Private Placement Warrants issued pursuant to the warrant agreement qualify for equity accounting treatment.

Industry Context

The document reflects the typical financial reporting of a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC) that is in the process of identifying and completing a business combination. The company's focus on the health, nutrition, fitness, wellness, and beauty sectors aligns with current market trends in consumer health and wellness.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • The financial performance of IWAC is typical for a SPAC in its pre-merger phase, with no operating revenue and reliance on interest income from the trust account.
  • The company's operating expenses are consistent with the costs associated with maintaining a public company and pursuing a business combination.
  • The working capital deficit and going concern issues are not uncommon for SPACs that have not yet completed a merger.
  • The material weaknesses in internal controls are a concern and need to be addressed to ensure the reliability of financial reporting.
  • The extension of the business combination deadline and the need for additional funding are common challenges faced by SPACs.

Management Changes

RolePrevious PersonNew PersonEffective DateReason
officers and directorsPrior SponsorSuntone Investment Pty LtdFebruary 1, 2024Sponsor Handover

Related Party Transactions

  • The company has entered into various related party transactions with its sponsors, including promissory notes, administrative services agreements, and loans.
  • The company has a due to related party balance of $233,229 as of June 30, 2024.
  • The company has a due from related party balance of $965 as of June 30, 2024.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders face the risk of dilution and potential loss of investment if the business combination is not successful.
  • Employees of the company and the target business may be affected by the merger.
  • Customers of the target business may experience changes in products or services.
  • Suppliers and creditors of the company and the target business may be impacted by the merger.

Next Steps

  • The company will continue to work towards completing the business combination with Btab Ecommerce Enterprises.
  • The company will need to address its working capital deficit and going concern issues.
  • The company will need to remediate the material weaknesses in its internal controls over financial reporting.
  • The company will continue to make monthly deposits into the trust account to extend the business combination deadline.

Key Dates

DateDescription
July 7, 2021Integrated Wellness Acquisition Corp. was incorporated in the Cayman Islands.
December 8, 2021The registration statement for the company's IPO was declared effective.
December 13, 2021The company consummated its IPO.
January 20, 2023IWAC Holdings Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary, was incorporated.
March 14, 2023The Prior Sponsor deposited $1,150,000 into the Trust Account to extend the business combination deadline.
June 2, 2023Shareholders voted to extend the business combination deadline to December 13, 2023.
November 8, 2023The company entered into a purchase agreement for the Sponsor Handover.
December 11, 2023Shareholders approved extending the business combination deadline to December 13, 2024.
February 1, 2024The Sponsor Handover was consummated.
May 17, 2024IWAC Georgia Merger Sub, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary, was incorporated.
May 30, 2024IWAC entered into a business combination agreement with Btab Ecommerce Enterprises.
June 30, 2024End of the reporting period for the quarterly report.
July 19, 2024Suntone deposited $125,000 into the Trust Account to extend the business combination deadline to August 13, 2024.
August 19, 2024Suntone deposited $125,000 into the Trust Account to extend the business combination deadline to September 13, 2024.
August 21, 2024Date of the filing of the quarterly report.

Keywords

business combination, SPAC, merger, Btab Ecommerce Enterprises, trust account, financial results, working capital, going concern, internal controls, Suntone Investment

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