10-Q: Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited Reports Net Income for Q2 2024 Amid Business Combination Efforts

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Quarterly Report 20 February 2024 5:15 PM

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Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited reports a net income of $81,134 for the three months ended December 31, 2023, while continuing efforts to finalize a business combination.

Delay expectedThe company has extended the period to complete a business combination multiple times, indicating delays in finding a suitable target.

Capital raiseThe company has issued multiple promissory notes to its sponsor to extend the period to complete a business combination.The company may need to raise additional capital to meet the requirements of the business combination agreement.

Worse than expectedThe company's working capital deficit and limited cash outside the trust account are worse than expected.The company's auditors have raised substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern, which is worse than expected.

Summary

Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited, a Cayman Islands-based blank check company, filed its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended December 31, 2023.
The company reported a net income of $81,134 for the three months ended December 31, 2023, compared to a net income of $112,194 for the same period in 2022.
For the six months ended December 31, 2023, the company's net income was $23,319, a decrease from the $271,478 reported for the same period in 2022.
The company's cash held outside the Trust Account was $1,809 as of December 31, 2023.
The company is pursuing a business combination with Bamboo Mart Limited, with a potential closing date no later than March 31, 2024.
The initial merger consideration is $300,000,000 to be paid in ordinary shares of the purchaser at a deemed price of $10.10 per share.
The company has extended the period to complete a business combination to December 16, 2024, through a series of promissory notes with its sponsor.
The company has a working capital deficit of $2,505,351 as of December 31, 2023, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
Shareholders redeemed 752,053 ordinary shares on December 14, 2023, for a total redemption amount of $8,621,702 withdrawn from the Trust Account.

Sentiment

Score: 3

Explanation: The document presents a concerning financial situation with a significant working capital deficit and reliance on sponsor funding. The auditor's going concern warning further diminishes the sentiment.

Positives

The company reported net income for both the three and six months ended December 31, 2023, indicating some level of financial activity.
The company is actively pursuing a business combination with Bamboo Mart Limited, which could provide future growth and revenue opportunities.

Negatives

The company has a significant working capital deficit of $2,505,351 as of December 31, 2023.
The company's cash held outside the Trust Account is very low at $1,809 as of December 31, 2023.
The company's auditors have raised substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
The company has relied on its sponsor to extend the period to complete a business combination, indicating potential challenges in finding a suitable target.

Risks

The company's ability to continue as a going concern is uncertain due to its history of losses and insufficient liquidity.
The company may not be able to complete a business combination by December 16, 2024, which would require it to cease operations and liquidate.
The company's reliance on its sponsor for funding and extensions could create conflicts of interest.
The company's business combination agreement may be subject to regulatory approvals and other conditions that may not be satisfied.
Global geopolitical and economic conditions, including the COVID-19 pandemic and military conflicts, could negatively impact the company's ability to consummate a business combination.

Future Outlook

The company intends to complete a business combination, with a focus on Bamboo Mart Limited. The closing of the Business Combination shall occur no later than March 31, 2024. The company may need to raise additional capital to meet the requirements of the business combination agreement.

Management Comments

Management has determined that its history of losses and insufficient liquidity raise substantial doubt about the ability to continue as a going concern.

Industry Context

The report reflects the typical financial activities and challenges faced by special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) as they pursue business combinations. The company's focus on completing a business combination and its reliance on sponsor funding are common characteristics of SPACs.

Comparison to Industry Standards

The company's financial performance is below average compared to other SPACs, as it has a significant working capital deficit and limited cash outside the trust account.
The company's reliance on sponsor funding is higher than average, indicating potential challenges in attracting external investors.
The company's timeline for completing a business combination is longer than average, increasing the risk of liquidation.

Related Party Transactions

The company has entered into multiple promissory note arrangements with its sponsor to extend the period to complete a business combination.
The company pays its sponsor a monthly fee for office space, utilities, and administrative support.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders face the risk of liquidation if the company does not complete a business combination by December 16, 2024.
Employees may be impacted by the uncertainty surrounding the company's future.
The target business, Bamboo Mart Limited, may be impacted by the company's financial condition and ability to complete the business combination.

Next Steps

The company needs to finalize the business combination with Bamboo Mart Limited by March 31, 2024.
The company needs to address its working capital deficit and improve its liquidity position.
The company needs to obtain regulatory approvals and satisfy other conditions for the business combination.
The company needs to secure additional funding if required to meet the terms of the business combination agreement.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2021-03-24	Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited was incorporated in the Cayman Islands.
2021-12-13	The registration statement for the company's Initial Public Offering was declared effective.
2021-12-16	The company consummated its Initial Public Offering, generating gross proceeds of $75,000,000.
2022-12-02	The company held its annual meeting of shareholders.
2022-12-08	The company and the underwriters in the IPO, entered into an amendment of the underwriting agreement.
2022-12-09	The Company entered into that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger with Wellous Group Limited.
2022-12-14	The company issued an unsecured promissory note to the Sponsor in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until March 16, 2023.
2023-03-10	The company issued a second non-interest bearing unsecured promissory note to the Sponsor in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to further extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until June 16, 2023.
2023-05-10	The Extension Loans was amended to provide that the Extension Loans will be converted upon completion of a Business Combination into ordinary shares at a price of $ 10.10 per share.
2023-06-09	The company entered into six unsecured promissory note arrangements with the Sponsor, each in an amount of $ 120,000 , in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until December 16, 2023.
2023-06-22	The Company and the Target entered into a termination agreement, which provides for the termination of the Wellous Merger Agreement.
2023-06-30	The Transaction was consummated on June 30, 2023.
2023-08-10	The company entered into six unsecured promissory note arrangements with the Sponsor, each in an amount of $ 120,000 , in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until December 16, 2023.
2023-09-11	The company entered into six unsecured promissory note arrangements with the Sponsor, each in an amount of $ 120,000 , in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until December 16, 2023.
2023-09-30	The company executed that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger with Bamboo Mart Limited.
2023-10-10	The company entered into six unsecured promissory note arrangements with the Sponsor, each in an amount of $ 120,000 , in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until December 16, 2023.
2023-10-25	The Company and the Sponsor amended to increase the amount of the Working Capital Note to $2,000,000.
2023-11-10	The company entered into six unsecured promissory note arrangements with the Sponsor, each in an amount of $ 120,000 , in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until December 16, 2023.
2023-11-25	Mr. Dhas Udomdhammabhakdi was appointed as an independent director and chairman of the Audit Committee of Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited.
2023-12-14	The shareholders approved the amendment to the investment management trust agreement, pursuant to which the Company has the right to extend the time to complete a business combination twelve (12) times for an additional one (1) month each time from December 16, 2023 to December 16, 2024 by depositing into the trust account $ 50,000 for each one-month extension.
2023-12-15	The company issued three unsecured promissory notes, each in an amount of $50,000, to the Sponsor in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until March 16, 2024.
2024-01-10	The company issued three unsecured promissory notes, each in an amount of $50,000, to the Sponsor in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until March 16, 2024.
2024-02-12	The company issued three unsecured promissory notes, each in an amount of $50,000, to the Sponsor in exchange for Sponsor depositing such amount into the company's trust account in order to extend the amount of time it has available to complete a business combination until March 16, 2024.
2024-02-20	As of this date, 3,683,906 ordinary shares were issued and outstanding.
2024-03-16	The company has until this date to complete a business combination, or up to December 16, 2024, if the time period is further extended.
2024-03-31	The company and Bamboo have agreed that the closing of the Business Combination shall occur no later than this date.
2024-12-16	The company has until this date to complete a business combination, if the time period is further extended.

Keywords

business combination, special purpose acquisition company, SPAC, merger, acquisition, trust account, redemption, sponsor, Kairous Acquisition Corp. Limited, Bamboo Mart Limited

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