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Ross Acquisition II(ROSS) - 2022 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2022-05-17 21:00
Financial Performance - The company had a net income of approximately $8.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2022, primarily due to a non-operating gain of approximately $8.7 million from the change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities [120]. - The company had a net loss of approximately $901,000 from inception through March 31, 2021, primarily due to offering costs associated with derivative warrant liabilities [121]. Liquidity and Capital Structure - As of March 31, 2022, the company had approximately $0.4 million in its operating bank account and a working capital deficit of approximately $0.5 million [113]. - The initial public offering generated gross proceeds of $345.0 million, with offering costs of approximately $19.9 million, including $12.1 million for deferred underwriting commissions [107]. - As of March 31, 2022, there were no amounts outstanding under any Working Capital Loans [115]. - The company must complete one or more business combinations with an aggregate fair market value of at least 80% of the assets held in the trust account by March 16, 2023, or face mandatory liquidation [110]. - The company has until March 16, 2023, to consummate the proposed business combination, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern if not completed [116]. Accounting and Reporting - The company recognized changes in the redemption value of Class A ordinary shares immediately, adjusting the carrying value to equal the redemption value at the end of each reporting period [129]. - The company does not have any off-balance sheet arrangements as of March 31, 2022 [134]. - The company qualifies as an "emerging growth company" under the JOBS Act, allowing it to delay the adoption of new or revised accounting standards [135]. - The company is evaluating the benefits of reduced reporting requirements under the JOBS Act, which may exempt it from certain disclosures for five years post-IPO [136]. - As a smaller reporting company, the company is not required to provide certain market risk disclosures [137]. Administrative Expenses - The company incurred expenses of $30,000 under the Administrative Support Agreement for the three months ended March 31, 2022 [122].
Ross Acquisition II(ROSS) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-03-31 20:17
Initial Public Offering and Trust Account - The company completed its Initial Public Offering on March 16, 2021, raising gross proceeds of $345.0 million from the sale of 34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit, with offering costs of approximately $19.9 million[23]. - A total of $345.0 million from the Initial Public Offering and certain proceeds from a private placement were placed in a trust account, invested only in U.S. government securities or money market funds[26]. - The company has approximately $333 million available from the Initial Public Offering and private placement warrants to complete its Initial Business Combination, after accounting for $12.1 million in deferred underwriting commissions[149]. - The proceeds held in the trust account may yield negative interest rates, potentially reducing the per-share redemption amount below $10.00[206]. Business Combination Strategy - The company intends to focus on identifying target businesses primarily in North America, Europe, or Asia, particularly in sectors undergoing transformation due to the fourth industrial revolution[18]. - Key sectors of interest include automotive (electric and autonomous vehicles), energy (storage and renewables), manufacturing (automation and AI), and transportation (data analytics and alternative fuels)[20]. - The management team has over 70 years of combined experience in private equity, M&A, and corporate development, which will be leveraged to identify and evaluate acquisition opportunities[30]. - The company plans to conduct extensive due diligence on potential acquisition targets, including financial, operational, and legal reviews[33]. - The company anticipates structuring its Initial Business Combination to acquire 100% of the equity interests or assets of the target business, but may also acquire less than 100% to meet specific objectives[39]. - Target business candidates are sourced from various unaffiliated sources, including investment market participants and private equity groups, with potential proprietary deal flow opportunities from the management team's business relationships[45]. Risks and Challenges - The company has no operating history and no revenues, which poses a high degree of risk for investors[102]. - The lack of business diversification may expose the company to risks associated with relying on the performance of a single business after the Initial Business Combination[51]. - The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic may adversely affect the company's search for a business combination and the operations of potential target businesses[114]. - The company faces intense competition from other entities with similar business objectives, which may have greater resources and experience[96]. - The number of blank check companies seeking business combination targets has increased, potentially limiting the company's competitive edge[97]. - The company may face significant operational challenges if it seeks to combine with large, complex businesses, which could delay desired improvements[166]. - The company may not be able to adequately address risks associated with cross-border business combinations, potentially impacting operations negatively[165]. Shareholder Rights and Redemption - Public shareholders will have the opportunity to redeem their Class A ordinary shares at a per-share price of $10.00 upon completion of the Initial Business Combination[65]. - The company will not redeem public shares if the business combination does not close, and all shares submitted for redemption will be returned to the holders[66]. - A public shareholder can redeem no more than 15% of the shares sold in the Initial Public Offering without prior consent from the company[75]. - If the Initial Business Combination is not completed, public shareholders who elected to redeem their shares will not be entitled to a pro rata share of the trust account[80]. - If the Initial Business Combination is not completed by the deadline, public shareholders will receive a redemption amount of $10.00 per share, subject to potential claims from creditors[86]. - The company may conduct redemptions without a shareholder vote under SEC tender offer rules, but will seek shareholder approval if required by law or stock exchange listing requirements[55]. Financial Structure and Obligations - The company may need to obtain additional financing to complete its Initial Business Combination if the transaction requires more cash than available from the trust account or if significant public shares are redeemed[44]. - The company may incur substantial debt to complete its Initial Business Combination, which could negatively impact shareholders' investment value[188]. - The company may face limitations on its ability to borrow additional amounts for various purposes due to existing debt obligations[194]. - The company has agreed not to incur any indebtedness unless it obtains a waiver from the lender regarding claims to the trust account funds[188]. Management and Governance - The management team will utilize a broad network of industry relationships to identify promising business combination opportunities[29]. - The company is not prohibited from pursuing Initial Business Combinations with affiliated companies, but will seek independent opinions to ensure fairness[34]. - The company may need to recruit additional managers post-business combination, but there is no assurance that it will be able to find suitable candidates[54]. - The company’s key personnel are critical for the success of the Initial Business Combination, and their loss could negatively impact operations and profitability[214]. Regulatory and Compliance Issues - The company is classified as an "emerging growth company," allowing it to take advantage of certain reporting exemptions[98]. - The company intends to delay the adoption of certain accounting standards under the extended transition period provided for emerging growth companies[99]. - The company is exempt from certain SEC rules protecting investors in blank check companies due to having net tangible assets exceeding $5,000,000[121]. - Changes in laws or regulations could adversely affect the company's ability to negotiate and complete its initial business combination[140]. Market Conditions and External Factors - The ability to complete the initial business combination may be negatively impacted by market conditions, including COVID-19 and geopolitical events, which could limit available financing[116]. - The competition for attractive targets has increased due to the rise in special purpose acquisition companies, potentially raising acquisition costs[168]. - The company may depend on loans from its sponsor or affiliates if the net proceeds from its Initial Public Offering are insufficient to fund its operations until March 16, 2023[103].
Ross Acquisition II(ROSS) - 2021 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2021-11-15 19:11
IPO and Financial Proceeds - The company completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on March 16, 2021, raising gross proceeds of $345.0 million from the sale of 34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit[119]. - The company has placed $345.0 million of net proceeds from the IPO in a trust account, invested only in U.S. government securities or money market funds[121]. - The underwriters received an underwriting discount of $0.20 per unit, totaling $6.9 million, and deferred underwriting commissions of approximately $12.1 million[135]. Financial Performance - For the three months ended September 30, 2021, the company reported a net income of approximately $466,000, driven by a $1.2 million non-operating gain from the change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities[129]. - From inception to September 30, 2021, the company achieved a net income of approximately $8.6 million, primarily due to a $10.6 million non-operating gain from the change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities[131]. - The company incurred $30,000 and $70,000 in expenses under the Administrative Support Agreement for the three months and the period from inception to September 30, 2021, respectively[132]. Financial Position - As of September 30, 2021, the company had approximately $1.6 million in its operating bank account and working capital of approximately $51,000[124]. - As of September 30, 2021, there were no amounts outstanding under any Working Capital Loans[125]. - As of September 30, 2021, the Company did not have any off-balance sheet arrangements[146]. Regulatory and Accounting Standards - The Company adopted ASU 2020-06 on January 1, 2021, using a modified retrospective method for transition, which did not impact its financial position, results of operations, or cash flows[144]. - The Company qualifies as an "emerging growth company" under the JOBS Act, allowing it to delay the adoption of new or revised accounting standards[147]. - The Company is evaluating the benefits of relying on reduced reporting requirements provided by the JOBS Act, which may exempt it from certain disclosures for five years post-IPO[148]. - The Company is classified as a smaller reporting company and is not required to provide certain market risk disclosures[149]. Impact of COVID-19 - The company continues to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its financial position and operations, although specific impacts are not determinable at this time[127]. Business Combination Requirement - The company must complete a Business Combination with an aggregate fair market value of at least 80% of the assets held in the Trust Account[122].
Ross Acquisition II(ROSS) - 2021 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2021-08-16 19:47
Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2021, the company reported a net income of approximately $9.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2021, primarily due to a non-operating gain of approximately $9.2 million from the change in fair value of derivative warrant liabilities[117] - The company has not generated any operating revenues since inception and will not do so until the completion of its initial Business Combination[116] Initial Public Offering (IPO) - The company completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on March 16, 2021, raising gross proceeds of $345.0 million from the sale of 34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit, with offering costs of approximately $19.9 million[107] - The underwriters received an aggregate underwriting discount of $6.9 million and deferred underwriting commissions of approximately $12.1 million, contingent upon the completion of a Business Combination[123] Financial Position - The company had approximately $1.8 million in its operating bank account and working capital of approximately $0.8 million as of June 30, 2021[112] - As of June 30, 2021, 31,204,323 Class A ordinary shares were subject to possible redemption, presented at redemption value as temporary equity[126] - The company had no amounts outstanding under any Working Capital Loans as of June 30, 2021[113] Use of Proceeds - The company has broad discretion regarding the application of net proceeds from the IPO and Private Placement, primarily intended for consummating a Business Combination[110] COVID-19 Impact - Management continues to evaluate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry, acknowledging potential negative effects on financial position and operations[115] Regulatory Compliance - The company qualifies as an "emerging growth company" under the JOBS Act, allowing it to delay the adoption of new or revised accounting standards[132] - The company is evaluating the benefits of reduced reporting requirements under the JOBS Act, which may exempt it from certain disclosures for five years post-IPO[133] Risk Management - As of June 30, 2021, the company was not subject to any market or interest rate risk, with net proceeds from the IPO invested in U.S. government securities[134] - The company has not engaged in any hedging activities since inception and does not expect to do so in the future[135] Administrative Expenses - The company incurred expenses of $30,000 and $40,000 under the Administrative Support Agreement for the three months ended June 30, 2021, and the period from inception through June 30, 2021, respectively[119]
Ross Acquisition II(ROSS) - 2021 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2021-05-27 10:02
IPO and Financial Overview - The company completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on March 16, 2021, raising gross proceeds of $345.0 million from the sale of 34,500,000 units at $10.00 per unit[115]. - The company placed $345.0 million of the IPO proceeds in a trust account, which is invested in U.S. government securities until a business combination is completed[117]. - The underwriters received an aggregate underwriting discount of $6.9 million and deferred commissions of approximately $12.1 million, contingent upon the completion of a business combination[130]. Financial Performance - As of March 31, 2021, the company reported a net loss of approximately $901,000, which included $174,000 in non-operating gains and $997,000 in offering costs associated with derivative warrant liabilities[126]. - The company has not generated any operating revenues as of March 31, 2021, and will not do so until the completion of its initial business combination[125]. Liquidity and Capital Structure - The company has approximately $1.9 million in its operating bank account and working capital of approximately $1.0 million as of March 31, 2021[121]. - As of March 31, 2021, there were no amounts outstanding under any Working Capital Loan, indicating sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs[122]. - The company has 30,296,350 Class A ordinary shares subject to possible redemption, classified as temporary equity[138]. Regulatory and Risk Considerations - The company is classified as an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act, allowing it to delay the adoption of new or revised accounting standards[142]. - The company is evaluating the benefits of reduced reporting requirements under the JOBS Act, which may exempt it from certain disclosures for five years post-IPO[144]. - As of March 31, 2021, the company reported no exposure to market or interest rate risk, with net proceeds from the IPO invested in U.S. government securities or money market funds[145]. - The company has not engaged in any hedging activities since inception and does not plan to do so regarding market risk[146]. Business Combination Requirements - The company must complete a business combination with an aggregate fair market value of at least 80% of the assets held in the trust account[119].