10-K: Quantumsphere Acquisition Corp. Files 2026 Annual Report

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Annual Report


Quantumsphere Acquisition Corporation filed its Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, detailing its ongoing search for a business combination and financial status.

Capital raiseThe company consummated its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on August 7, 2025, raising $82,800,000.Simultaneously with the IPO, the company completed a private placement of 228,650 units to its sponsor, raising $2,286,500.The company may seek to raise additional funds through a private offering of debt or equity securities in connection with the completion of its initial business combination.

Summary

  • Quantumsphere Acquisition Corporation (QUMSU) has filed its annual report for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
  • The company is a blank check company formed to effect a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, or similar business combination.
  • As of March 31, 2026, the company had not yet identified or completed a business combination.
  • The company's operations have been limited to organizational activities and identifying potential acquisition targets.
  • The company reported net income of $978,206 for the year ended March 31, 2026, primarily from interest income, and a net loss of $16,018 for the period from inception (July 23, 2024) to March 31, 2025.
  • As of March 31, 2026, the company had cash of $187,907 and a working capital surplus of $43,556.
  • The company has until February 7, 2027, to complete a business combination, after which it will liquidate if unsuccessful.
  • A material weakness in disclosure controls and procedures was identified, related to identifying and timely disclosing all agreements requiring disclosure for commitments and contingencies.
  • The company entered into a Merger Agreement with SACH Pte. Ltd. on October 3, 2025, with the transaction valuing SACH at approximately $300 million.

Sentiment

Score: 5

Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this filing as neutral, reflecting the typical status of a SPAC that has completed its IPO and is actively seeking a business combination, with progress noted on a merger agreement but significant execution risk remaining.

Positives

  • The company successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on August 7, 2025, raising $82,800,000 in gross proceeds.
  • A private placement concurrently with the IPO raised an additional $2,286,500 from the Sponsor.
  • A significant portion of the IPO and private placement proceeds ($82,800,000) is held in a trust account for the purpose of consummating a business combination.
  • The company has a defined timeline (until February 7, 2027) to complete a business combination, providing a clear objective.
  • The company has entered into a Merger Agreement with SACH Pte. Ltd., indicating progress towards a business combination.

Negatives

  • The company has no operating revenue and has incurred losses since inception due to formation and operating costs.
  • There is substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a going concern due to its lack of operating revenue and reliance on its trust account for future operations.
  • A material weakness in disclosure controls and procedures has been identified, which has not yet been remediated.
  • The company has a limited timeframe (until February 7, 2027) to complete a business combination, failing which it will liquidate.
  • The company's ability to complete the business combination is subject to shareholder approval, regulatory approvals, and minimum cash proceeds after redemptions.

Risks

  • The company's ability to identify and complete a suitable business combination is uncertain.
  • If a business combination is not completed within the specified timeframe, the company will be required to liquidate, and public shareholders may not receive their full investment back due to potential creditor claims.
  • The company faces intense competition from other entities seeking similar acquisition targets.
  • The company's prospects may depend entirely on the future performance of a single business after the initial business combination, leading to a lack of diversification.
  • The management team's assessment of a target business's management may not prove correct, and future management may lack the necessary skills for a public company.
  • The company has identified a material weakness in its disclosure controls and procedures related to identifying and timely disclosing agreements for commitments and contingencies.

Future Outlook

The company's primary focus is to identify and complete an initial business combination within 18 months of its IPO (by February 7, 2027). If unsuccessful, it will liquidate. The company expects to incur significant costs related to its acquisition efforts and ongoing operations as a public entity.

Management Comments

  • "We presently have no revenue and have had losses since inception from incurring formation and operating costs. We have relied upon the sale of our securities and loans from the Sponsor and other parties to fund our operations."
  • "We believe our management teams strong track record will provide us with access to high quality companies."
  • "We believe our structure will make us an attractive business combination partner to prospective target businesses."
  • "We will seek to capitalize on the strength of our management team."
  • "We intend to focus our search for an initial business combination on private companies that have compelling economics and clear paths to positive operating cash flow, significant assets, and successful management teams that are seeking access to the U.S. public capital markets."

Industry Context

StockSavvy.ai notes that Quantumsphere Acquisition Corporation operates as a Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC), a common vehicle in the current market for facilitating private companies' entry into public markets. The company's focus on identifying a target business aligns with the typical strategy of SPACs, which are under pressure to complete a business combination within a set timeframe to avoid liquidation.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Audit Committee CharterAn audit committee charter has been adopted, detailing the committee's principal functions, including reviewing financial statements, monitoring auditor independence, and approving related-party transactions.Enhances oversight of financial reporting and internal controls.
Compensation Committee CharterA compensation committee charter has been adopted, outlining its responsibilities for executive compensation, corporate goals, and remuneration.Provides a framework for executive compensation decisions.
Code of EthicsA Code of Ethics has been adopted for directors, officers, and employees, addressing conflicts of interest and ethical conduct.Promotes ethical behavior and compliance.
Disclosure Controls and ProceduresThe company identified a material weakness in disclosure controls and procedures related to identifying and timely disclosing agreements for commitments and contingencies. Remediation efforts are ongoing.Potential for misstatements or omissions in financial reporting until remediated.

Legal Proceedings

  • The company is not currently a party to any material litigation or other legal proceedings.
  • The company is not aware of any legal proceeding, investigation, or claim that has a more than remote possibility of having a material adverse effect on its business, financial condition, or results of operations.

Related Party Transactions

  • The Sponsor, Whiteowl Holdings LLC, is controlled by Ping Zhang, the company's Chairman, CEO, and CFO.
  • Founder shares: The Sponsor purchased 2,898,000 founder shares for $25,000.
  • Private Placement Units: The Sponsor purchased 228,650 units for $2,286,500.
  • Administrative Services Agreement: The company pays the Sponsor $15,000 per month for office space and administrative support services.
  • Promissory Notes: The Sponsor provided loans totaling $700,000, which were repaid upon the IPO closing.
  • Sponsor Loans: SACH and HoldCo agreed to advance $1.0 million to the Sponsor for operation and maintenance funding, documented by promissory notes.
  • Reimbursement of expenses: The Sponsor, officers, and directors are reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with identifying and performing due diligence on potential business combinations.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders: Public shareholders are at risk of not recovering their full investment if a business combination is not completed by the deadline, due to potential liquidation and creditor claims. Their investment is currently held in a trust account.
  • Sponsor: The Sponsor has invested in founder shares and private placement units, with their value contingent on the successful completion of a business combination. They are also involved in providing administrative services and potential loans.
  • Creditors: Potential creditors may have claims against the company's assets, including funds in the trust account, which could reduce the amount available for shareholder redemptions.
  • Employees: The company currently has only one officer. Future employees will depend on the target business acquired.

Next Steps

  • Complete the initial business combination with SACH Pte. Ltd. by February 7, 2027.
  • If a business combination is not completed by the deadline, the company will liquidate.
  • Continue identifying and evaluating potential business combination targets.
  • Remediate the identified material weakness in disclosure controls and procedures.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2024-07-23Company incorporated as a Cayman Islands exempted company.
2025-03-09Company entered into a subscription agreement with the Sponsor for the purchase of 2,415,000 ordinary shares.
2025-03-09Sponsor agreed to loan the Company up to $200,000 under Promissory Notes.
2025-04-01Start of fiscal year 2026.
2025-05-06Sponsor surrendered 460,000 ordinary shares for cancellation.
2025-07-22Sponsor agreed to loan the Company up to $500,000 under Promissory Notes.
2025-08-01Start of period for unit separation trading.
2025-08-05Company and Sponsor entered into the First Amendment to the Subscription Agreement.
2025-08-05Company entered into an Administrative Services Agreement with the Sponsor.
2025-08-07Company consummated its Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 8,280,000 units.
2025-08-07Company consummated the private placement of 228,650 Units to the Sponsor.
2025-08-08Company entered into a Finders Agreement with Aspira Capital Consulting LTD.
2025-09-26Company announced that holders of its units could elect to separately trade ordinary shares and rights.
2025-09-30Approximate date from which holders of units could elect to separately trade ordinary shares and rights.
2025-10-03Company entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (Merger Agreement) with SACH Pte. Ltd. and related parties.
2025-10-09Sponsor Loan I of $250,000 was fully funded.
2025-10-17Sponsor Loan II of $250,000 was fully funded.
2025-10-27End of period for underwriters' over-allotment option.
2026-01-02Sponsor Loan III of $500,000 was fully funded.
2026-02-20Company entered into Amendment No. 1 to the Finders Agreement.
2026-02-21Company entered into Amendment No. 1 to the Finders Agreement.
2026-03-03Company entered into Amendment No. 1 to the Underwriting Agreement.
2026-03-31End of fiscal year 2026.
2026-06-12Date as of which there were 11,406,650 ordinary shares issued and outstanding.
2026-06-15Date of the report.
2027-02-07Deadline for the Company to consummate its initial business combination.

Recommendation

hold

The filing indicates progress towards a business combination with SACH Pte. Ltd., which is a positive step. However, the company still faces significant execution risks, including shareholder approval, regulatory hurdles, and the potential for redemptions to impact the available cash. The material weakness in internal controls also warrants caution. Given these factors, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate, pending further developments on the business combination and remediation of control deficiencies.

Keywords

Quantumsphere Acquisition Corporation, Form 10-K, Annual Report, SPAC, Blank Check Company, Business Combination, Merger Agreement, SACH Pte. Ltd., IPO, Trust Account, Financial Statements, SEC Filing

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