10-K/A: Royalty Management Holding Corporation Files Amended 10-K, Corrects Accounting and Expands Disclosures

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Annual Results


Royalty Management Holding Corporation files an amendment to its 2023 annual report to correct accounting treatments and expand disclosures, primarily related to historical operations.

Capital raiseThe company will need to raise additional capital or secure debt funding to support on-going operations.The sources of this capital are expected to be the sale of equity and debt, which may not be available on favorable terms, if at all, and may, if sold, cause significant dilution to existing stockholders.
Worse than expectedThe company reported a net loss and has a working capital deficit, indicating financial challenges.The company identified a material weakness in its internal control over financial reporting, which is a significant concern.

Summary

  • Royalty Management Holding Corporation filed an amended 10-K report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023, primarily to correct accounting treatments and expand disclosures.
  • The company's revenue increased to $488,519 in 2023 from $178,800 in 2022, driven by a full year of revenue from its environmental services subsidiary and increased fee income.
  • Total operating expenses decreased significantly from $2,454,149 in 2022 to $777,599 in 2023, mainly due to a large drop in impairment loss.
  • The company reported a net loss of $1,113,644 for 2023, compared to a net loss of $2,710,172 in 2022.
  • Total assets increased to $15,040,122 in 2023 from $13,971,112 in 2022, due to increases in interest and fee income receivables and additional investments.
  • Total liabilities decreased to $3,926,242 in 2023 from $4,299,261 in 2022, primarily due to the conversion of convertible notes payable at the time of the business combination.
  • The company consummated a business combination on October 31, 2023, with Royalty Management Co., which resulted in a name change to Royalty Management Holding Corporation.
  • As of December 31, 2023, the company had unrestricted cash of $195,486 and a working capital deficit of $659,808.
  • The company has identified a material weakness in its internal control over financial reporting due to a lack of segregation of duties within the financial reporting function.

Sentiment

Score: 4

Explanation: The document highlights some positive trends in revenue and expense management, but the net loss, working capital deficit, and material weakness in internal controls raise significant concerns. The need for additional capital also adds to the negative sentiment.

Positives

  • The company experienced a significant increase in revenue year-over-year.
  • Operating expenses decreased substantially, primarily due to a reduction in impairment losses.
  • The company's total assets increased, indicating growth in its investments and receivables.
  • Total liabilities decreased, mainly due to the conversion of convertible notes payable.

Negatives

  • The company reported a net loss for the year, although it was smaller than the previous year.
  • The company has a working capital deficit, indicating potential liquidity issues.
  • A material weakness in internal control over financial reporting was identified, which could affect the reliability of financial reporting.

Risks

  • The company has a working capital deficit and may need to raise additional capital to support ongoing operations.
  • There is a material weakness in internal control over financial reporting, which could lead to misstatements in financial reports.
  • The company's ability to continue as a going concern is dependent on obtaining additional capital resources.
  • The company's profitability depends on the level of revenues received from business operations, which is not assured.

Future Outlook

The company intends to use funds held outside the trust account to identify and evaluate target businesses, perform due diligence, and complete a business combination. The company will need additional capital resources to continue as a going concern, which may include obtaining capital from management and significant stockholders.

Management Comments

  • Management plans to obtain additional capital from management and significant stockholders to meet minimal operating expenses.
  • Management cannot provide any assurance that the company will be successful in accomplishing its plans.
  • Management believes the ultimate resolution of matters will not have a material adverse impact on the company's business or financial position.

Industry Context

The company operates in the land holdings and resources industry, focusing on assets with near and medium-term income potential. The company's business model involves investing in natural resources assets, patents, intellectual property, and emerging technologies.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • The company's financial performance is compared to its own previous year's results, showing improvements in revenue and expense management.
  • The document does not provide specific comparisons to industry benchmarks or competitors, making it difficult to assess the company's performance relative to industry standards.
  • The company's focus on land holdings and resources is similar to other companies in the mining and natural resources sector, but specific comparisons to companies like American Resources Corporation (AREC) are not made in this document.

Management Changes

RolePrevious PersonNew PersonEffective DateReason
Chief Executive OfficerMark C. JensenThomas M. Sauve2023-10-31Business Combination
DirectorEdward SmidJulie Griffith2023-10-31Business Combination

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Committee CompositionThe board of directors has three standing committees: an audit committee, a compensation committee, and a nomination committee.2023-10-31Ensures compliance with Nasdaq listing standards and SEC rules.
Code of EthicsThe company has adopted a Code of Ethics applicable to its directors, officers, and employees.naPromotes ethical conduct and compliance.

Legal Proceedings

  • To the knowledge of management, there is no litigation currently pending or contemplated against the company, its officers, or directors.

Related Party Transactions

  • The company has various related party transactions, including leases, service agreements, and loans with entities managed by or affiliated with its officers and directors.
  • These transactions include agreements with Land Resources & Royalties LLC, Land Betterment Corporation, American Resources Corporation, Westside Advisors LLC, T Squared Partners LP, White River Holdings LLC, and First Frontier Capital LLC.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders may be impacted by the company's need to raise additional capital, which could dilute their ownership.
  • Employees may be impacted by the company's financial challenges and potential restructuring.
  • Customers and suppliers may be impacted by the company's ability to continue operations and fulfill its obligations.
  • Creditors may be impacted by the company's working capital deficit and potential need for debt financing.

Next Steps

  • The company intends to use funds held outside the trust account to identify and evaluate target businesses.
  • The company plans to perform business due diligence on prospective target businesses.
  • The company will travel to and from the offices of prospective target businesses.
  • The company will review corporate documents and material agreements of prospective target businesses.
  • The company will structure, negotiate, and complete a business combination.
  • The company plans to obtain additional capital from management and significant stockholders.

Key Dates

DateDescription
2021-01-20Royalty Management Holding Corporation was formed in Delaware.
2021-03-17Initial public offering of 10,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit.
2021-10-01Initial investment into FUB Mineral LLC.
2022-03-01Initial investment into convertible debt of Ferrox Holdings Ltd.
2022-04-01Purchase of rights to receive rental income from property in Pike County, Kentucky.
2022-04-15Purchase agreement with ENCECo, Inc. for Coking Coal Leasing LLC.
2022-05-20Agreement to fund development of coal mines in Pike County, Kentucky.
2022-07-31Purchase of payments owed to Texas Tech University from American Resources Corporation.
2022-08-17Formation of RMC Environmental Services LLC.
2022-09-30Agreement to purchase partial interest in a density gauge analyzer from Energy Technologies, Inc.
2022-12-02Advanced $100,000 to Heart Water Inc. in exchange for an Unsecured Convertible Promissory Note.
2022-12-21Advanced Magnetic Lab, Inc. issued a Convertible Promissory Note to the Company.
2022-12-23Agreement with Maxpro Invest Holdings Inc. to purchase Class A Common Stock of Ferrox Holdings Ltd.
2023-10-31Consummation of the business combination with Royalty Management Co.
2024-01-29100,000 shares of common stock were issued to KBB Asset Management LLC pursuant to a note conversion.
2024-02-01Agreement with T.R. Mining & Quarry Ltd. for a loan in exchange for an overriding royalty.
2024-02-29133,334 shares of common stock were issued to KBB Asset Management LLC pursuant to a note conversion.
2024-03-19Issued a non-convertible promissory note to Westside Advisors in the amount of $42,000.
2024-04-13Board of directors approved a discretionary stock repurchase program.
2024-04-19Issued a non-convertible promissory note to Westside Advisors in the amount of $15,000.
2024-04-24150,000 shares of restricted common stock were issued to KBB Asset Management LLC.
2024-05-13310,000 shares of restricted common stock were issued to KBB Asset Management LLC.
2024-09-09Entered into a royalty and unit purchase agreement and assignment agreement with eko Solutions LLC.
2024-09-12Entered into a Technology Development Services Agreement with ReElement Technologies Corporation.
2024-10-16Former board member agreed to convert $30,000 of accrued board comp into 30,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock.

Keywords

financial statements, business combination, revenue, operating expenses, net loss, assets, liabilities, internal control, convertible notes, warrants, mining, environmental services, royalty, leases

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