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AlTi (ALTI) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-08-19 18:46
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - AlTi generated revenues of $52 million in Q2 2023, with 95% representing recurring revenues, and adjusted EBITDA of $11 million [5][20] - Net income for the quarter was $29 million, while adjusted net income normalized for one-off items was $2 million [5] - Total assets under management and advisement reached $69 billion, reflecting a 3% sequential increase [18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Wealth Management segment revenues were $34 million, an 8% increase compared to Q1, driven by strong market performance and new business wins [20] - Asset Management revenues were $18 million, with 87% being recurring, but reflected a decline due to market headwinds [20][21] - Wealth Management experienced a 7% quarter-over-quarter increase in AUM to $49 billion, while Asset Management AUM declined 4% to approximately $20 billion [18][20] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported a 15% increase in total assets on a trailing 12-month basis, with a 7% sequential asset growth in Wealth Management [6][18] - The public real estate strategy faced challenges due to interest rate hikes, but there are signs of recovery as market conditions improve [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on streamlining operations and growing recurring revenues, with strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing margins and capitalizing on market opportunities [4][7] - Recent acquisitions, including AL Wealth Partners, are expected to drive growth in key markets like Singapore and Italy [8][9] - The company plans to exit non-core assets to generate capital for reinvestment into core strategies [15][41] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the diversified platform's ability to perform well across economic cycles, with expectations for continued growth in recurring revenues [5][24] - The regulatory environment for merger arbitrage is improving, which is anticipated to enhance deal activity in the coming quarters [39] - Management highlighted a strong pipeline for future acquisitions and emphasized the importance of cultural fit in potential deals [36] Other Important Information - The company achieved a significant improvement in its capital structure, increasing public float to approximately 22% of shares outstanding [16] - Operating expenses decreased to $93 million from $101 million in the previous quarter, with a normalized operating margin of approximately 12% [22][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you discuss the trajectory of transaction expenses? - Management indicated that transaction expenses from the de-SPAC and warrant exchange are largely behind them, with expectations to trend toward zero in Q3 [28][29] Question: How does the EBITDA margin improvement compare to expectations? - Management noted that the core business is performing well, and streamlining efforts are expected to lead to further improvements in the coming quarters [32] Question: Is the wealth management net flow a sustainable run rate? - Management highlighted the diversity of net flows between Q1 and Q2, with strong pipelines in both U.S. and international markets [34] Question: What is the pipeline for similar deals to AL Wealth? - Management mentioned the recent Lugano acquisition as a similar deal and indicated ongoing discussions with firms that fit their strategic profile [36] Question: Can you provide an outlook for the merger arbitrage fund? - Management noted improvements in the interest rate and regulatory environment, which are expected to enhance M&A activity [38][39] Question: What are the plans for selling non-core assets? - Management is evaluating all business segments and considering bids for non-core assets to generate capital for core investments [41] Question: How are other core investment strategies performing? - Management expressed optimism about the Asia Credit strategy and highlighted strong performance in the long-short equity fund and bridge lending strategy [45]
AlTi (ALTI) - 2023 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2023-08-19 18:18
Second Quarter 2023 Earnings | August 2023 AlTi Tiedemann Global 1 Disclosures This Presentation (together with oral statements made in connection herewith, the “Presentation”) is for informational purposes only to assist interested parties in evaluating AlTi Global, Inc. (along with its consolidated subsidiaries, “AlTi Global” or the "Company"). About AlTi Global AlTi Global is a multi-disciplinary financial services business with a diverse array of investment, advisory, and administrativecapabilities whic ...
AlTi (ALTI) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2023-08-13 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _________ to _________ Commission file number 001-40103 AlTi Global, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 92-1 ...
AlTi (ALTI) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-05-22 23:28
AlTi Global, Inc. (NASDAQ:ALTI) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 22, 2023 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Lily Arteaga - Head of Investor Relations Michael Tiedemann - Chief Executive Officer Kevin Moran - Chief Operating Officer Christine Zhao - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Wilma Burdis - Raymond James Operator Good afternoon. My name is Shamaley, and I will be your conference operator today. At this time, I would like to welcome everyone to AlTi’s First quarter 2023 Earnings Co ...
AlTi (ALTI) - 2023 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2023-05-21 16:00
Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2023 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from _________ to _________ Commission file number 001-40103 AlTi Global, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware 92- ...
AlTi (ALTI) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2023-04-16 16:00
Table of Contents Title of Each Class Trading Symbol (s)Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered Class A Common stock, par value $0.0001 per share ALTI Nasdaq Capital Market ALTIW Nasdaq Capital Market UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For t ...
AlTi (ALTI) - 2022 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2022-05-12 16:00
[PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION](index=4&type=section&id=Part%20I.%20Financial%20Information) [Item 1. Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the unaudited condensed financial statements, including Balance Sheets, Statements of Operations, Changes in Shareholders' Deficit, and Cash Flows, with detailed explanatory notes [Condensed Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=Condensed%20Balance%20Sheets) | Metric | March 31, 2022 (Unaudited) ($) | December 31, 2021 (Audited) ($) | |:------------------------------------------------|:---------------------------|:----------------------------| | Cash | $109,240 | $551,258 | | Total Current Assets | $173,612 | $621,664 | | Cash and marketable securities in Trust Account | $345,171,114 | $345,031,308 | | Total Assets | $345,344,726 | $345,652,972 | | Total Current Liabilities | $212,641 | $182,120 | | Deferred underwriting fee | $12,075,000 | $12,075,000 | | Warrant liabilities | $12,833,955 | $23,093,608 | | Total Liabilities | $25,121,596 | $35,350,728 | | Total Shareholders' Deficit | $(24,928,174) | $(34,729,064) | [Unaudited Condensed Statements of Operations](index=5&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Statements%20of%20Operations) | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 ($) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 ($) | |:---------------------------------------------------------------------|:----------------------------------|:----------------------------------| | Operating costs | $478,573 | $87,220 | | Loss from operations | $(478,573) | $(87,220) | | Interest earned on cash and marketable securities held in Trust Account | $119,996 | $7,153 | | Change in fair value of warrant liability | $10,259,653 | $(874,300) | | Net income (loss) | $9,920,886 | $(4,901,560) | | Basic and diluted net income (loss) per share, Class A ordinary shares | $0.23 | $(0.24) | [Unaudited Condensed Statements of Changes in Shareholders' Deficit](index=6&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Statements%20of%20Changes%20in%20Shareholders'%20Deficit) | Metric | Balance as of Dec 31, 2021 ($) | Balance as of Mar 31, 2022 ($) | |:--------------------------------------------------------------------|:---------------------------|:---------------------------| | Total Shareholders' Deficit | $(34,729,064) | $(24,928,174) | | Remeasurement of Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption | $(119,996) | $(119,996) | | Net income | N/A | $9,920,886 | | Metric | Balance as of Dec 31, 2020 ($) | Balance as of Mar 31, 2021 ($) | |:--------------------------------------------------------------------|:---------------------------|:---------------------------| | Total Shareholders' Deficit | $16,908 | $(38,589,228) | | Class B ordinary shares issued to Sponsor | N/A | $144 | | Remeasurement of Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption | N/A | $(33,704,720) | | Net loss | N/A | $(4,901,560) | [Unaudited Condensed Statements of Cash Flows](index=7&type=section&id=Unaudited%20Condensed%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 ($) | Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 ($) | |:------------------------------------------------|:----------------------------------|:----------------------------------| | Net income (loss) | $9,920,886 | $(4,901,560) | | Net cash used in operating activities | $(442,018) | $(569,102) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $0 | $(345,000,000) | | Net cash provided by financing activities | $0 | $346,464,940 | | Net change in cash | $(442,018) | $895,838 | | Cash, beginning of period | $551,258 | $0 | | Cash, end of the period | $109,240 | $895,838 | [Notes to Unaudited Condensed Financial Statements](index=8&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20Unaudited%20Condensed%20Financial%20Statements) This section provides detailed notes on the company's organization, accounting policies, IPO, private placement, related party transactions, commitments, and fair value measurements [Note 1 — Organization and Business Operations](index=8&type=section&id=Note%201%20%E2%80%94%20Organization%20and%20Business%20Operations) This note details the company's incorporation, IPO, private placement, transaction costs, trust account, business combination deadline, and going concern considerations - The Company was incorporated on December 18, 2020, as a Cayman Islands exempted company, for the purpose of effecting a business combination[20](index=20&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2022, the Company had not commenced any operations, with activities focused on formation, initial public offering (IPO), and identifying a target for a Business Combination[20](index=20&type=chunk) - The Company consummated its IPO on February 26, 2021, issuing **34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit**, generating gross proceeds of **$345,000,000**[21](index=21&type=chunk) - Simultaneously with the IPO, the Company sold **8,900,000 Private Warrants** to the Sponsor at **$1.00 per warrant**, generating **$8,900,000**[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Transaction costs for the IPO amounted to **$19,540,060**, including underwriting commissions and other offering costs[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Following the IPO, **$345,000,000** was placed in a Trust Account, to be invested in U.S. government treasury bills or money market funds, and will not be released until the completion of a Business Combination, redemption of Public Shares, or amendment to the Company's articles of association[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The Company has until **February 26, 2023**, to complete the initial Business Combination. Failure to do so will result in liquidation and redemption of Public Shares[26](index=26&type=chunk) - On September 19, 2021, the Company entered into a Business Combination Agreement to acquire Tiedemann Wealth Management Holdings, LLC, TIG Trinity GP, LLC, TIG Trinity Management, LLC, and Alvarium Investments Limited, with the transaction expected to close in **Q3 2022**[29](index=29&type=chunk)[31](index=31&type=chunk) - The Company is evaluating the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, noting potential negative effects on its financial position and search for a target company, though the specific impact is not yet determinable[32](index=32&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2022, the Company had **$109,240** in its operating bank account and a working capital deficit of **$39,029**, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern if the Business Combination is not consummated by February 26, 2023[33](index=33&type=chunk)[34](index=34&type=chunk) [Note 2 — Significant Accounting Policies](index=10&type=section&id=Note%202%20%E2%80%94%20Significant%20Accounting%20Policies) This note outlines the accounting policies for interim financial statements, emerging growth company status, warrants, offering costs, redeemable shares, and net income per share calculation - The unaudited condensed financial statements are prepared in accordance with GAAP for interim financial information, with certain disclosures condensed or omitted per SEC rules[35](index=35&type=chunk) - The Company is an 'emerging growth company' and has elected not to opt out of the extended transition period for complying with new or revised financial accounting standards, which may affect comparability with other public companies[36](index=36&type=chunk)[37](index=37&type=chunk) - Warrants are accounted for as derivative liabilities and measured at fair value, with changes recognized in the Statements of Operations[42](index=42&type=chunk) - Offering costs associated with warrant liabilities are expensed as incurred, while those for Class A ordinary shares are charged to temporary equity[43](index=43&type=chunk) - Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption are classified as temporary equity at redemption value, outside of shareholders' deficit[45](index=45&type=chunk) - The Company's net income (loss) per share is computed using the two-class method, with earnings and losses shared pro rata between Class A and Class B ordinary shares[51](index=51&type=chunk)[52](index=52&type=chunk) [Note 3 — Initial Public Offering](index=14&type=section&id=Note%203%20%E2%80%94%20Initial%20Public%20Offering) This note describes the IPO details, including units sold, warrant terms, and redemption conditions for public warrants - On February 26, 2021, the Company sold **34,500,000 Units at $10.00 per Unit**, each consisting of one Class A ordinary share and one-third of one redeemable warrant[59](index=59&type=chunk) - Each whole Public Warrant entitles the holder to purchase one Class A ordinary share at **$11.50**, exercisable 12 months from IPO closing or 30 days after initial Business Combination, expiring five years after the Business Combination[60](index=60&type=chunk) - The Company may redeem outstanding Public Warrants at **$0.01 per Warrant** if the Class A ordinary share price equals or exceeds **$18.00** for 20 trading days within a 30-trading day period, provided a registration statement for the underlying shares is in effect[63](index=63&type=chunk) [Note 4 — Private Placement](index=15&type=section&id=Note%204%20%E2%80%94%20Private%20Placement) This note details the private placement of warrants to the Sponsor, including proceeds and warrant characteristics - The Sponsor purchased **8,900,000 Private Warrants at $1.00 each**, generating **$8,900,000**, with proceeds added to the Trust Account[64](index=64&type=chunk) - Private Warrants are identical to Public Warrants but are not redeemable by the Company and may be exercised on a cashless basis as long as held by the Sponsor or permitted transferees[65](index=65&type=chunk) [Note 5 — Related Party Transactions](index=15&type=section&id=Note%205%20%E2%80%94%20Related%20Party%20Transactions) This note outlines transactions with related parties, including founder shares, promissory notes, and administrative service fees - The Company issued **8,625,000 founder shares** to the Sponsor and independent directors, which are subject to transfer restrictions until certain conditions related to the Business Combination are met[67](index=67&type=chunk)[69](index=69&type=chunk) - The Sponsor provided an unsecured promissory note for up to **$250,000** for IPO expenses, of which **$144,890** was borrowed and repaid on February 26, 2021[70](index=70&type=chunk) - The Company pays the Sponsor **$10,000 per month** for administrative services, incurring **$30,000** for the three months ended March 31, 2022, and **$20,000** for the same period in 2021[72](index=72&type=chunk) [Note 6 — Commitments and Contingencies](index=16&type=section&id=Note%206%20%E2%80%94%20Commitments%20and%20Contingencies) This note details the company's commitments, including deferred underwriting commissions and registration rights agreements - Underwriters received a cash underwriting fee of **$6,900,000** upon IPO consummation and are entitled to a deferred underwriting commission of **$12,075,000**, payable only upon completion of an initial Business Combination[73](index=73&type=chunk)[74](index=74&type=chunk) - The Company has a registration rights agreement for founder shares, Private Warrants, and warrants from Working Capital Loans, requiring registration for resale[75](index=75&type=chunk)[77](index=77&type=chunk) [Note 7 — Class A Ordinary Shares Subject to Possible Redemption](index=17&type=section&id=Note%207%20%E2%80%94%20Class%20A%20Ordinary%20Shares%20Subject%20to%20Possible%20Redemption) This note explains the classification of Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption as temporary equity - As of March 31, 2022, and December 31, 2021, **34,500,000 Class A ordinary shares** were issued and outstanding and subject to possible redemption, classified as temporary equity[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Note 8 — Shareholders' Deficit](index=17&type=section&id=Note%208%20%E2%80%94%20Shareholders'%20Deficit) This note describes the authorized and outstanding share capital, including preference shares and Class B ordinary shares - The Company is authorized to issue **1,000,000 preference shares** and **20,000,000 Class B ordinary shares**. As of March 31, 2022, and December 31, 2021, no preference shares were issued, but **8,625,000 Class B ordinary shares** were outstanding[79](index=79&type=chunk)[80](index=80&type=chunk) - Class B ordinary shares will automatically convert into Class A ordinary shares upon the initial Business Combination at a specified ratio[81](index=81&type=chunk) [Note 9 — Fair Value Measurements](index=17&type=section&id=Note%209%20%E2%80%94%20Fair%20Value%20Measurements) This note provides fair value measurements for assets and liabilities, particularly warrants, and the valuation inputs used Fair Value of Assets and Liabilities | Asset/Liability | March 31, 2022 ($) | December 31, 2021 ($) | |:----------------------------|:---------------|:------------------| | U.S. Money Market in Trust | $345,171,114 | $345,031,308 | | Public Warrants Liability | $7,187,500 | $12,765,000 | | Private Warrants Liability | $5,646,455 | $10,328,609 | | Total Liabilities | $12,833,955 | $23,093,609 | - Public Warrants are classified as **Level 1** (quoted active market prices), while Private Warrants are classified as **Level 3** (unobservable inputs) for fair value measurement[84](index=84&type=chunk) Valuation Inputs for Private Warrants | Metric | March 31, 2022 | December 31, 2021 | |:----------------------------|:---------------|:------------------| | Risk-free interest rate | 2.42% | 1.30% | | Expected term remaining (years) | 5.39 | 5.49 | | Expected volatility | 8.8% | 17.5% | | Stock price | $9.87 | $9.88 | [Note 10 — Subsequent Events](index=19&type=section&id=Note%2010%20%E2%80%94%20Subsequent%20Events) This note confirms no subsequent events requiring adjustment or disclosure were identified after the balance sheet date - The Company did not identify any subsequent events requiring adjustment or disclosure after the balance sheet date up to the issuance of the unaudited condensed financial statements[87](index=87&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=20&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management's%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the company's financial condition, operations, and status as a blank check company, including recent business combination developments, quarterly financial performance, liquidity, and critical accounting policies [Overview](index=20&type=section&id=Overview) This section provides an overview of Cartesian Growth Corporation as a blank check company and its strategy for business combination - Cartesian Growth Corporation is a blank check company incorporated on December 18, 2020, aiming to complete a business combination, focusing on high-growth businesses with transnational operations[90](index=90&type=chunk) - The Company intends to use cash from its IPO, private placement warrants, securities, debt, or a combination thereof for its initial business combination[91](index=91&type=chunk) [Recent Developments](index=20&type=section&id=Recent%20Developments) This section details recent developments, including the business combination agreement and its amendment, and PIPE subscription agreements - On September 19, 2021, the Company entered into a Business Combination Agreement to acquire Tiedemann Wealth Management Holdings, LLC, TIG Trinity GP, LLC, TIG Trinity Management, LLC, and Alvarium Investments Limited, with the transaction expected to close in the **third quarter of 2022**[92](index=92&type=chunk)[94](index=94&type=chunk)[96](index=96&type=chunk) - The Business Combination Agreement was amended on February 11, 2022, to extend the Outside Date to **July 29, 2022**, and modify lock-up periods for Lock-up Shares[30](index=30&type=chunk) - Concurrently with the Business Combination Agreement, the Company entered into PIPE Subscription Agreements with investors to purchase Class A Common Stock for an aggregate value of **$164,999,807** (**16,836,715 shares at $9.80 per share**)[97](index=97&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=22&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) This section analyzes the company's financial performance, focusing on net income, operating loss, and changes in warrant liabilities - The Company has not generated any operating revenues to date, with activities focused on organizational tasks and identifying a target for a business combination[101](index=101&type=chunk) Net Income (Loss) | Metric | Three Months Ended March 31, 2022 | Three Months Ended March 31, 2021 | |:---------------------------------------------------------------------|:----------------------------------|:----------------------------------| | Net income (loss) | $9.92 million | $(4.90) million | | Loss from operations | $(0.48) million | $(0.09) million | | Interest earned on cash and marketable securities held in Trust Account | $0.12 million | $0.01 million | | Gain (Loss) from change in fair value of warrant liabilities | $10.30 million | $(0.87) million | [Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration](index=22&type=section&id=Liquidity,%20Capital%20Resources%20and%20Going%20Concern%20Consideration) This section discusses the company's liquidity, capital resources, and the going concern assessment in relation to its business combination deadline - Following the IPO and private placement, **$345,000,000** was placed in the trust account[104](index=104&type=chunk) - As of March 31, 2022, the Company had approximately **$0.11 million** in cash available for working capital needs, with the remaining cash held in the trust account[104](index=104&type=chunk) - The Company is within 12 months of its mandatory liquidation date of **February 26, 2023**, and the consummation of the Proposed Business Combination in **Q3 2022** is anticipated to alleviate going concern concerns[109](index=109&type=chunk) - The liquidation requirement raises substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern if the Proposed Business Combination is not consummated[110](index=110&type=chunk) [Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements](index=23&type=section&id=Off-Balance%20Sheet%20Arrangements) This section confirms the absence of any off-balance sheet arrangements for the company - The Company did not have any off-balance sheet arrangements as of March 31, 2022[111](index=111&type=chunk) [Contractual Obligations](index=23&type=section&id=Contractual%20Obligations) This section outlines the company's contractual obligations, including administrative fees and deferred underwriting commissions - The Company has no long-term debt, capital lease, operating lease, or purchase obligations, other than a monthly administrative service fee of **$10,000** payable to the Sponsor[112](index=112&type=chunk) - A deferred underwriting commission of **$12,075,000** is payable to underwriters from the Trust Account upon completion of an initial Business Combination[113](index=113&type=chunk) [Critical Accounting Policies](index=24&type=section&id=Critical%20Accounting%20Policies) This section details the company's critical accounting policies, particularly for warrants, offering costs, and redeemable shares - Warrants are accounted for as derivative liabilities at fair value, with changes recognized in the statements of operations[115](index=115&type=chunk) - Offering costs related to warrant liabilities are expensed, while those for Class A ordinary shares are charged to temporary equity[116](index=116&type=chunk) - Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption are classified as temporary equity at redemption value[117](index=117&type=chunk) - Net income (loss) per ordinary share is calculated using the two-class method, with earnings and losses allocated proportionally to Class A and Class B shares[119](index=119&type=chunk)[121](index=121&type=chunk) [Recent Accounting Standards](index=25&type=section&id=Recent%20Accounting%20Standards) This section addresses the impact of recently issued accounting standards on the company's financial statements - Management does not believe any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards would materially affect the financial statements if currently adopted[122](index=122&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures Regarding Market Risk](index=25&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20Regarding%20Market%20Risk) As a smaller reporting company, the company is exempt from providing quantitative and qualitative disclosures regarding market risk - The Company is a smaller reporting company and is not required to provide quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk[123](index=123&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=25&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were ineffective due to a material weakness in accounting for complex financial instruments, with remediation efforts underway - Management concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures were **not effective** as of March 31, 2022[126](index=126&type=chunk) - A **material weakness** was identified in internal controls over financial reporting related to the proper accounting classification of Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption[126](index=126&type=chunk) - The Company is devoting significant effort and resources to remediate and improve its internal control over financial reporting, including enhanced analyses by personnel and third-party professionals[127](index=127&type=chunk) [PART II. OTHER INFORMATION](index=26&type=section&id=Part%20II.%20Other%20Information) [Item 1. Legal Proceedings](index=26&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Legal%20Proceedings) The company reported no legal proceedings for the current period - The Company has no legal proceedings[128](index=128&type=chunk) [Item 1A. Risk Factors](index=26&type=section&id=Item%201A.%20Risk%20Factors) This section references risk factors from the 2021 Annual Report, noting an amended risk factor regarding regulatory changes, particularly new SEC proposed rules for SPAC business combinations - No material changes to risk factors disclosed in the 2021 Annual Report, except for an amended risk factor regarding changes in laws or regulations[128](index=128&type=chunk) - The SEC's proposed rules on SPAC business combinations, if adopted, may materially adversely affect the Company's business, including its ability to negotiate and complete its initial business combination, and may increase associated costs and time[129](index=129&type=chunk) [Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds](index=26&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Unregistered%20Sales%20of%20Equity%20Securities%20and%20Use%20of%20Proceeds) This section details unregistered sales of equity securities, including founder shares and private placement warrants, and outlines the use of proceeds from the IPO and private placement - On December 31, 2020, the Company issued **7,187,500 founder shares** to the sponsor for **$25,000**, and later recapitalized to **8,625,000 founder shares**, with no underwriting discounts[130](index=130&type=chunk) - On February 26, 2021, the Company consummated the IPO of **34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit**, generating **$345,000,000**[131](index=131&type=chunk) - Simultaneously with the IPO, **8,900,000 private placement warrants** were sold to the sponsor at **$1.00 per warrant**, generating **$8,900,000**[135](index=135&type=chunk) - After deducting underwriting discounts and offering expenses, total net proceeds from the IPO and private placement were **$346,000,000**, of which **$345,000,000** was placed in the trust account[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities](index=27&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Defaults%20Upon%20Senior%20Securities) The company reported no defaults upon senior securities - The Company has no defaults upon senior securities[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures](index=27&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Mine%20Safety%20Disclosures) This item is not applicable to the company - This item is not applicable[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Item 5. Other Information](index=27&type=section&id=Item%205.%20Other%20Information) The company reported no other information for the period - The Company has no other information to report[137](index=137&type=chunk) [Item 6. Exhibits](index=27&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists exhibits filed with the Quarterly Report, including amendments to the Business Combination Agreement, organizational documents, certifications, and XBRL documents - Exhibits include Amendment No. 1 to Business Combination Agreement, Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association, Certifications of Principal Executive and Financial Officers, and Inline XBRL documents[139](index=139&type=chunk)[140](index=140&type=chunk) [SIGNATURES](index=29&type=section&id=SIGNATURES) - The report was signed on May 13, 2022, by Peter Yu, Chief Executive Officer, and Gregory Armstrong, Chief Financial Officer[142](index=142&type=chunk)[143](index=143&type=chunk)