Core Viewpoint - Financial markets are expected to stabilize and see an increase in mergers and public listings despite current uncertainties [1][9]. Group 1: Market Activity and Expectations - The CEO of Goldman Sachs, David Solomon, believes that financial markets will eventually settle down, leading to an anticipated rise in mergers and initial public offerings (IPOs) [1][6]. - Solomon indicated that the first quarter of 2025 experienced higher capital market activity compared to the same quarter last year, suggesting potential for increased deal-making later in the year if uncertainties do not persist [8]. Group 2: Impact of Policy Uncertainty - Solomon expressed concerns that the current level of policy uncertainty, particularly related to tariffs under President Trump's administration, is negatively affecting economic growth and investment [2][3]. - He noted that as uncertainty grows, capital activity may decline, with corporations potentially increasing layoffs and tightening budgets in anticipation of economic downturns [2][3]. Group 3: Corporate Sentiment - Conversations with CEOs and clients reveal a trend of holding back on investments due to heightened uncertainty, indicating a cautious approach among corporations [3].

New York, NY, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Republic Digital Acquisition Company (the “Company”) announced today the pricing of its upsized initial public offering of 26,400,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit. The units are expected to be listed on The Nasdaq Global Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) and begin trading on May 1, 2025, under the ticker symbol “RDAGU.” Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, each whole warrant entitling the holder thereof to ...

HONG KONG, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Copley Acquisition Corp (NYSE: COPLU) (the “Company”) announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 15,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit. The units are expected to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and trade under the ticker symbol “COPLU” beginning May 1, 2025. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, each whole warrant entitling the holder thereof to purchase one Class A ordinary sh ...

PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Asset Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: DAAQ) (the “Company”) today announced the closing of its initial public offering of 17,250,000 units, which includes 2,250,000 units issued pursuant to the exercise by the underwriters of their over-allotment option in full, at a public offering price of $10.00 per unit. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable to purchase one ...

PRINCETON, NEW JERSEY, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Real Asset Acquisition Corp. (Nasdaq: RAAQ) (the “Company”) today announced the closing of its initial public offering of 17,250,000 units, which includes 2,250,000 units issued pursuant to the exercise by the underwriters of their over-allotment option in full, at a public offering price of $10.00 per unit. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable to purchase one Cla ...

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction. NEW YORK, April 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inflection Point Acquisition Corp. III (the "Company"), a special purpose acquisition company formed for the purpose of effecting a ...

PRINCETON, NJ, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Asset Acquisition Corp. (the “Company”) today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 15,000,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit. The units will be listed on The Nasdaq Global Market (“Nasdaq”) and are expected to trade under the ticker symbol “DAAQU” beginning on April 29, 2025. Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable to purchase one Class A ordi ...

Group 1 - Real Asset Acquisition Corp. has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $10.00 per unit, with a total of 15,000,000 units being offered [1] - The units will be listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "RAAQU" starting April 29, 2025, and the offering is expected to close on April 30, 2025 [1] - Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one-half of one redeemable warrant, with each whole warrant exercisable at $11.50 per share [1] Group 2 - Real Asset Acquisition Corp. is a blank check company aimed at merging or acquiring businesses, particularly in quantum computing, metals/mining, rare earth, and infrastructure sectors [2] - The company has granted underwriters a 45-day option to purchase an additional 2,250,000 units to cover over-allotments [3] Group 3 - A registration statement for the securities was declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on April 28, 2025 [4] - The offering is being conducted solely through a prospectus, which can be obtained from Cohen & Company Capital Markets [5]

Hong Kong, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Phoenix Asia Holdings Limited (the “Company” or “PHOE”), a premier substructure contractor for public and private sector projects in Hong Kong, today announced the closing of its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of 1,600,000 ordinary shares (the “Ordinary Shares”) at a public offering price of $4.00 per share for total gross proceeds of $6,400,000, before deducting underwriting discounts and other offering expenses. The Offering closed on April 28, 2025, ...

Core Points - BriaCell Therapeutics Corp. announced a public offering of 3,066,666 units at a price of $4.50 per unit, aiming for gross proceeds of approximately $13.8 million [1][2] - Each unit consists of one common share (or Pre-Funded Warrant) and one Warrant, with the Warrants approved for listing on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "BCTXZ" [1] - The offering is expected to close on April 28, 2025, subject to customary closing conditions [2] - The net proceeds will be used for working capital, general corporate purposes, and advancing business objectives [3] - A registration statement related to the securities was filed with the SEC and became effective on April 24, 2025 [4] Company Information - BriaCell is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing novel immunotherapies to transform cancer care [6]