Form 8-K/A
8-K/A — Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.
Accession: 0001213900-26-036749
Filed: 2026-03-31
Period: 2026-01-05
CIK: 0001866226
SIC: 3690 (MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES)
Item: Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets
Item: Financial Statements and Exhibits
Documents
8-K/A — ea0283549-8ka2_evolution.htm (Primary)
EX-23.1 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR EMAT (FORMERLY WELSBACH TECHNOLOGY METALS ACQUISITION CORP.) FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex23-1.htm)
EX-23.2 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR EM FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex23-2.htm)
EX-23.3 — CONSENT OF GRASSI & CO., CPAS, P.C. FOR KCM FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 (ea028354901ex23-3.htm)
EX-23.4 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR KCM FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 (ea028354901ex23-4.htm)
EX-23.5 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR KMMI FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 (ea028354901ex23-5.htm)
EX-23.6 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR KMMI FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 (ea028354901ex23-6.htm)
EX-23.7 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR NS WORLD FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 (ea028354901ex23-7.htm)
EX-23.8 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR NS WORLD FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 (ea028354901ex23-8.htm)
EX-23.9 — CONSENT GRASSI & CO., CPAS, P.C. FOR HANDA LAB FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 (ea028354901ex23-9.htm)
EX-23.10 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR HANDA LAB THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 (ea028354901ex23-10.htm)
EX-99.2 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF EM THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-2.htm)
EX-99.3 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF KCM FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-3.htm)
EX-99.4 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF KMMI FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-4.htm)
EX-99.5 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF NS WORLD FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-5.htm)
EX-99.6 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF HANDA LAB FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-6.htm)
EX-99.7 — UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED BALANCE SHEET OF THE COMPANY AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025, AND THE UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 (ea028354901ex99-7.htm)
EX-99.9 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF EM FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND THE PERIOD FROM FEBRUARY 8, 2024 (INCEPTION) TO DECEMBER 31, 2024 (ea028354901ex99-9.htm)
EX-99.10 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF KCM FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-10.htm)
EX-99.11 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF KMMI FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-11.htm)
EX-99.12 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF NS WORLD FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-12.htm)
EX-99.13 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF HANDA LAB FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024 (ea028354901ex99-13.htm)
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UNITED
STATES
SECURITIES
AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON,
D.C. 20549
FORM
8-K/A
(Amendment
No. 2)
CURRENT
REPORT
Pursuant
to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date
of report (Date of earliest event reported): January 5, 2026
Evolution
Metals & Technologies Corp.
(Exact
name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware
001-41183
87-1006702
(State or other jurisdiction
of
incorporation or organization)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)
4040
NE 2nd Ave, Ste 349
Miami,
Florida 33137
(Address
and zip code of principal executive offices)
561-225-3205
(Registrant’s
telephone number, including area code)
Check
the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under
any of the following provisions:
☐
Written communications
pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐
Soliciting material pursuant
to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐
Pre-commencement communications
pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐
Pre-commencement communications
pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Securities
registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title
of each class
Trading
Symbol(s)
Name
of each exchange on which registered
Common
Stock, $0.0001 par value per share
EMAT
The
Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
Indicate
by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405
of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging
growth company ☒
If
an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying
with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
EXPLANATORY
NOTE
On
January 9, 2026, Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (the “Company” or “EMAT”) filed a Current Report on
Form 8-K (the “Original Report”) as amended by Amendment No. 1 to the Original Report (“Amendment No. 1”) filed
on January 9, 2026 (the Original Report together with Amendment No. 1, referred to herein as the “Original Form 8-K”), to
report, among other events, the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Evolution Metals LLC, a Delaware limited liability
company (“EM”) on January 5, 2026 (the “Business Combination”). Also as reported in the Original Form 8-K, as
part of the Business Combination, EM acquired KCM Industry Co., Ltd., a Korean company (“KCM”), KMMI INC., a Korean company
(“KMMI”), NS World Co., Ltd., a Korean company (“NS World”) and Handa Lab Co., Ltd., a Korean company (“Handa
Lab”).
This Current Report on Form 8-K/A amends the Original Form 8-K to include the audited financial statements of EMAT, EM,
KCM, KMMI, NS World and Handa Lab for the year ended December 31, 2025, and the Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations of EM for the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December
31, 2024 and of EMAT, KCM, KMMI, NS World and Handa Lab for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, as well as including the Unaudited
Pro Forma Financial Statements of the Company and EM as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025, giving effect to the acquisition
of EM.
Except as described above, this Current Report on Form 8-K/A does not amend, update, or change any other items or disclosures in
the Original Form 8-K and does not purport to reflect any information or events subsequent to the filing date of the Original Form 8-K.
Capitalized terms used but not defined herein have the meanings assigned to them in the Original Form 8-K. This Current Report on Form
8-K/A should be read in conjunction with the Original Form 8-K.
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Item
2.01 Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets.
Financial
Information
The
audited financial statements of EMAT for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of EM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.2 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of KCM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.3 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of KMMI for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.4 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of NS World for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.5 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of Handa Lab for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.6 and incorporated
herein by reference.
The
unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information of EMAT (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.), EM, KCM,
KMMI, NS World, and Handa Lab for the year ended December 31, 2025, is filed as Exhibit 99.7 and incorporated herein by reference.
2
Management’s
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
The
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations for EMAT (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals
Acquisition Corp.) for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, is filed as Exhibit 99.8 and incorporated herein by reference.
The
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations of EM for the year ended December 31, 2025
and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024 is filed as Exhibit 99.9 and incorporated herein by reference.
The
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations for KCM for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024, is filed as Exhibit 99.10 and incorporated herein by reference.
The
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations for KMMI for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024, is filed as Exhibit 99.11 and incorporated herein by reference.
The
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations for NS World for the years ended December
31, 2025 and 2024, is filed as Exhibit 99.12 and incorporated herein by reference.
The
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations for Handa Lab for the years ended December
31, 2025 and 2024, is filed as Exhibit 99.13 and incorporated herein by reference.
Item
9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(a)
Financial Statements of Business Acquired.
The
audited financial statements of EMAT (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.) for the years ended December 31, 2025 and
2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.
The
audited financial statements of EM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.2 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of KCM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.3 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of KMMI for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.4 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of NS World for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.5 and incorporated herein
by reference.
The
audited financial statements of Handa Lab for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are filed as Exhibit 99.6 and incorporated
herein by reference.
(b)
Pro Forma Financial Information.
The
unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information of EMAT (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.), EM, KCM,
KMMI, NS World, and Handa Lab for the year ended December 31, 2025, is filed as Exhibit 99.7 and incorporated herein by reference.
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(d)
Exhibits.
The
following exhibits are being filed herewith:
Exhibit No.
Description
23.1*
Consent of UHY LLP for EMAT (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.) for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
23.2*
Consent of UHY LLP for EM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
23.3*
Consent of Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C. for KCM for the year ended December 31, 2025.
23.4*
Consent of Ernst & Young Han Young for KCM for the year ended December 31, 2024.
23.5*
Consent of UHY LLP for KMMI for the year ended December 31, 2025.
23.6*
Consent of Ernst & Young Han Young for KMMI for the year ended December 31, 2024.
23.7*
Consent of UHY LLP for NS World for the year ended December 31, 2025.
23.8*
Consent of Ernst & Young Han Young for NS World for the year ended December 31, 2024.
23.9*
Consent Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C. for Handa Lab for the year ended December 31, 2025.
23.10*
Consent of Ernst & Young Han Young for Handa Lab the year ended December 31, 2024.
99.1
Audited financial statements of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.) for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 (incorporated by reference to WTMA’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-41183) filed with the SEC on February 20, 2026).
99.2*
Audited financial statements of EM the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.3*
Audited financial statements of KCM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.4*
Audited financial statements of KMMI for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.5*
Audited financial statements of NS World for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.6*
Audited financial statements of Handa Lab for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.7*
Unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet of the Company as of December 31, 2025, and the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations for the year ended December 31, 2025.
99.8
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations of EMAT (formerly Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.) for the years ended December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 (incorporated by reference to WTMA’s Annual Report on Form 10-K (File No. 001-41183) filed with the SEC on February 20, 2026).
99.9*
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations of EM for the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024.
99.10*
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations of KCM for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.11*
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations of KMMI for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.12*
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations of NS World for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
99.13*
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations of Handa Lab for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
104
Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
*
Filed herewith.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant
to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by
the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
Dated:
March 31, 2026
Evolution Metals & Technologies
Corp.
By:
/s/
Christopher Clower
Name:
Christopher Clower
Title:
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer
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EX-23.1 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR EMAT (FORMERLY WELSBACH TECHNOLOGY METALS ACQUISITION CORP.) FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-23.1
Filename: ea028354901ex23-1.htm · Sequence: 2
Exhibit
23.1
Independent
Registered Public Accounting Firm’s Consent
We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference our report dated
February 20, 2026, with respect to our audits of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.'s (formerly, Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition
Corp.) consolidated financial statements as of and for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, that appears in this Amendment No.2
to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. Our report contained an explanatory paragraph regarding substantial doubt about
Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.'s ability to continue as a going concern.
/s/
UHY LLP
New
York, New York
March
31, 2026
EX-23.2 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR EM FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-23.2
Filename: ea028354901ex23-2.htm · Sequence: 3
Exhibit
23.2
Independent
Registered Public Accounting Firm’s Consent
We hereby consent to the inclusion of our report dated March 31, 2026,
with respect to our audits of Evolution Metals LLC's consolidated financial statements as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 and for the year
ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, that appears in this Amendment No.2 to
Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. Our report contained an explanatory paragraph regarding substantial doubt about
Evolution Metals LLC’s ability to continue as a going concern.
/s/
UHY LLP
New
York, New York
March
31, 2026
EX-23.3 — CONSENT OF GRASSI & CO., CPAS, P.C. FOR KCM FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025
EX-23.3
Filename: ea028354901ex23-3.htm · Sequence: 4
Exhibit
23.3
Independent
Registered Public Accounting Firm’s Consent
We
consent to the inclusion in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. of our report dated March 31,
2026, which includes an explanatory paragraph as to the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, with respect to our audit
of the financial statements of KCM Industry Co., Ltd. as of December 31, 2025 and for the year then ended, which report appears in such
Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K.
/s/ Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C.
Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C.
Glastonbury, Connecticut
March 31, 2026
EX-23.4 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR KCM FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024
EX-23.4
Filename: ea028354901ex23-4.htm · Sequence: 5
Exhibit
23.4
Consent
of Independent Auditor
We
hereby consent to the use, in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. of our report dated April
21, 2025 relating to the financial statements of KCM Industry Co., Ltd. for the year ended December 31, 2024, which appears in such Amendment
No. 2 to Form 8-K.
/s/ Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul, the Republic of Korea
March 31, 2026
EX-23.5 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR KMMI FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025
EX-23.5
Filename: ea028354901ex23-5.htm · Sequence: 6
Exhibit
23.5
Independent
Registered Public Accounting Firm’s Consent
We hereby consent to the inclusion of our report dated March 31, 2026,
with respect to our audit of KMMI Inc.'s financial statements as of December 31, 2025 and for the year then ended that appears in this
Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. Our report contained an explanatory paragraph regarding substantial
doubt about KMMI Inc.'s ability to continue as a going concern.
/s/
UHY LLP
New
York, New York
March
31, 2026
EX-23.6 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR KMMI FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024
EX-23.6
Filename: ea028354901ex23-6.htm · Sequence: 7
Exhibit
23.6
CONSENT
OF INDEPENDENT AUDITOR
We
hereby consent to the use, in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. of our report dated April
21, 2025 relating to the financial statements of KMMI Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2024, which appears in such Amendment No.
2 to Form 8-K.
/s/
Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul, the Republic of Korea
March 31, 2026
EX-23.7 — CONSENT OF UHY LLP FOR NS WORLD FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025
EX-23.7
Filename: ea028354901ex23-7.htm · Sequence: 8
Exhibit
23.7
Independent
Registered Public Accounting Firm’s Consent
We hereby consent to the inclusion of our report dated March 31, 2026,
with respect to our audit of NS World Co. Ltd.'s financial statements as of December 31, 2025 and for the year then ended that appears
in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. Our report contained explanatory paragraphs regarding
substantial doubt about NS World Co. Ltd.'s ability to continue as a going concern and regarding related party transactions.
/s/
UHY LLP
New
York, New York
March
31, 2026
EX-23.8 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR NS WORLD FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024
EX-23.8
Filename: ea028354901ex23-8.htm · Sequence: 9
Exhibit
23.8
CONSENT
OF INDEPENDENT AUDITOR
We
hereby consent to the use, in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. of our report dated April
21, 2025 relating to the financial statements of NS World Co., Ltd. for the year ended December 31, 2024, which appears in such Amendment
No. 2 to Form 8-K.
/s/ Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul, the Republic of Korea
March 31, 2026
EX-23.9 — CONSENT GRASSI & CO., CPAS, P.C. FOR HANDA LAB FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025
EX-23.9
Filename: ea028354901ex23-9.htm · Sequence: 10
Exhibit
23.9
Independent
Registered Public Accounting Firm’s Consent
We
consent to the inclusion in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. of our report dated March 31,
2026, which includes an explanatory paragraph as to the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern, with respect to our audit
of the financial statements of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. as of December 31, 2025 and for the year then ended, which report appears in such
Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K.
/s/ Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C.
Grassi & Co., CPAs, P.C.
Glastonbury, Connecticut
March 31, 2026
EX-23.10 — CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG HAN YOUNG FOR HANDA LAB THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024
EX-23.10
Filename: ea028354901ex23-10.htm · Sequence: 11
Exhibit
23.10
CONSENT
OF INDEPENDENT AUDITOR
We
hereby consent to the use, in this Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. of our report dated April
21, 2025 relating to the financial statements of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. for the year ended December 31, 2024, which appears in such Amendment
No. 2 to Form 8-K.
/s/ Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul, the Republic of Korea
March 31, 2026
EX-99.2 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF EM THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-99.2
Filename: ea028354901ex99-2.htm · Sequence: 12
Exhibit 99.2
EVOLUTION METALS LLC
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Page
Audited Financial Statements of Evolution Metals LLC as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 and for
the Year Ended December 31, 2025 and for the Period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm PCAOB ID 1195
F-2
Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2025 and 2024
F-3
Statement of Operations for the Year Ended December 31, 2025 and for the Period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024
F-4
Statement of Changes in Member’s Deficit for the Year Ended December 31, 2025 and for the Period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024
F-5
Statement of Cash Flows for the Year Ended December 31, 2025 and for the Period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024
F-6
Notes to Financial Statements
F-7
F-1
Report
of Independent Auditors
To the Board of Directors of and
Stockholders of Evolution
Metals and
Technologies Corp.
Opinion on the Consolidated financial statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated
balance sheets of Evolution Metals LLC (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, and the related consolidated statements
of operations, member’s deficit, and cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (Inception)
to December 31, 2024, and the related notes to the consolidated financial statements (collectively referred to as the “consolidated
financial statements”).
In our opinion, the consolidated financial
statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2025 and
2024, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (Inception)
to December 31, 2024, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Substantial Doubt about the Company’s
Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The accompanying consolidated financial
statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 2 to the consolidated financial
statements, the Company consummated its business combination subsequent to December 31, 2025. However, the Company’s business plan
is dependent on future financing, and the Company’s working capital is not sufficient to complete its planned activities for the
upcoming year. These conditions raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s
evaluation of the events, conditions and plans regarding these matters are also described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements.
The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty, and our opinion
is not modified with respect to that matter.
Basis for Opinion
These consolidated financial statements
are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated
financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal
securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance
with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether
the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to
have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required
to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness
of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures
to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures
that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the
consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide
a reasonable basis for our opinion.
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2024.
/s/ UHY LLP
New York, New York
March 31, 2026
F-2
EVOLUTION METALS LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 11,684,923
$ 2,614,710
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
58,679
23,191
Notes receivable, current, net
1,493,348
957,717
Notes receivable, related party, net
4,167,451
1,624,850
Convertible notes receivable, net
—
1,981,420
Total current assets
17,404,401
7,201,888
Deferred transaction costs
9,265,298
3,994,751
Notes receivable, net of current portion, net
—
4,500,000
TOTAL ASSETS
$ 26,669,699
$ 15,696,639
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ DEFICIT
Current liabilities
Accounts payable
$ 4,651,165
$ 1,523,278
Accrued expenses
339,471
84,337
Notes payable, related party
483,582
—
July Investment Agreement Derivative (Note 8)
379,204,796
53,231,638
CPU Share Allocation Obligations (Note 8)
292,679,981
10,231,516
Total current liabilities
677,358,995
65,070,769
TOTAL LIABILITIES
677,358,995
65,070,769
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (NOTE 13)
MEMBERS’ DEFICIT
Member units, voting, $0.0001 par value; unlimited units authorized as of December 31, 2025 and 2024; 100,000 and 1,000,000 units issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively
10
100
Member units, non-voting, $0.0001 par value; unlimited units authorized as of December 31, 2025; 900,000 units issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025; No units authorized, issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2024
90
—
Convertible preferred units, $0.0001 par value; unlimited units authorized as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, 59,671,021 and 35,230,021 units issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively
26,261,904
9,587,352
Accumulated deficit
(676,957,426 )
(58,961,582 )
Accumulated other comprehensive income
6,126
—
TOTAL MEMBERS’ DEFICIT
(650,689,296 )
(49,374,130 )
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS’ DEFICIT
$ 26,669,699
$ 15,696,639
The accompanying notes are an integral part
of these consolidated financial statements.
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EVOLUTION METALS LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE
LOSS
For the
Year Ended
December 31,
2025
For the
Period from
February 8,
2024
(inception) to
December 31,
2024
Operating expenses:
General and administrative expenses
$ 7,948,985
$ 3,598,833
Sales and marketing
341,804
202,641
Loss from operations
(8,290,789 )
(3,801,474 )
Other income (expense):
Change in fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations
(274,278,481 )
(1,860,869 )
Change in fair value of July Investment Agreement Derivative
(325,973,158 )
(15,571,302 )
Day one loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligations
(403,536 )
(227,994 )
Day one loss on July Investment Agreement Derivatives
—
(20,160,319 )
Interest income
117,772
779,206
Allowance for credit losses
(9,417,652 )
(18,118,830 )
Other income
250,000
—
Total other expense, net
(609,705,055 )
(55,160,108 )
Net loss
$ (617,995,844 )
$ (58,961,582 )
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustment
6,126
—
Total other comprehensive income
6,126
—
Comprehensive loss
$ (617,989,718 )
$ (58,961,582 )
Weighted average participating member units, basic and diluted
1,000,000
1,000,000
Net loss per participating member units, basic and diluted
$ (618.00 )
$ (58.96 )
The accompanying notes are an integral part
of these consolidated financial statements.
F-4
EVOLUTION METALS LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN MEMBER’S
DEFICIT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND FOR
THE PERIOD FROM
FEBRUARY 8, 2024 (INCEPTION) TO DECEMBER 31,
2024
Member Units,
Voting
Member Units,
Non-Voting
Convertible
Preferred Units
Accumulated
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Members’
Units
Amount
Units
Amount
Units
Amount
Deficit
Income
Deficit
Balance, February 8, 2024 (inception)
—
$ —
—
$ —
—
$ —
$ —
$ —
$ —
Issuance of member units
1,000,000
100
—
—
—
—
—
—
100
Issuance of convertible preferred units
—
—
—
—
35,230,021
9,587,352
—
—
9,587,352
Net loss
—
—
—
—
—
—
(58,961,582 )
—
(58,961,582 )
Balance, December 31, 2024
1,000,000
100
—
—
35,230,021
9,587,352
(58,961,582 )
—
(49,374,130 )
Issuance of convertible preferred units
—
—
—
—
24,441,000
16,674,552
—
—
16,674,552
Conversion of member units, voting to member units
non-voting
(900,000 )
(90 )
900,000
90
—
—
—
—
—
Foreign currency translation adjustment
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
6,126
6,126
Net loss
—
—
—
—
—
—
(617,995,844 )
—
(617,995,844 )
Balance, December 31, 2025
100,000
$ 10
900,000
$ 90
59,671,021
$ 26,261,904
$ (676,957,426 )
$ 6,126
$ (650,689,296 )
The accompanying notes are an integral part
of these consolidated financial statements.
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EVOLUTION METALS LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
For the
Year Ended
December 31,
2025
For the
Period from
February 8,
2024
(inception) to
December 31,
2024
Cash flows from operating activities
Net loss
$ (617,995,844 )
$ (58,961,582 )
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities
Allowances for credit losses
9,417,651
18,118,830
Day one loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligations
403,536
227,994
Day one loss on July Investment Agreement Derivatives
—
20,160,319
Change in fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations
274,278,481
1,860,869
Change in fair value of July Investment Agreement Derivative
325,973,158
15,571,302
Share-based compensation
—
40,000
Paid in kind – interest
—
(709,467 )
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
(35,527 )
(23,191 )
Accounts payable
(909,067 )
576,731
Accrued expenses
255,134
87
Net cash used in operating activities
(8,612,478 )
(3,138,108 )
Cash flows from investing activities
Collection of notes receivable
200,000
—
Issuance of notes receivable, related party
(5,085,201 )
(3,249,700 )
Issuance of notes receivable
(1,127,262 )
(10,723,650 )
Acquisition of notes receivable
(2,000 )
—
Issuance of convertible notes receivable
—
(12,500,000 )
Net cash used in investing activities
(6,014,463 )
(26,473,350 )
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from issuance of convertible preferred units
24,441,000
17,730,005
Proceeds from notes payable, related party
489,737
—
Proceeds from July Investment Agreement
—
17,500,017
Proceeds from issuance of member units
—
100
Payments for deferred transaction costs
(1,233,737 )
(3,003,954 )
Net cash provided by financing activities
23,697,000
32,226,168
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
154
—
Net change in cash
9,070,213
2,614,710
Cash, beginning of period
2,614,710
—
Cash, end of period
$ 11,684,923
$ 2,614,710
Supplemental cash flow information:
Taxes paid
$ —
$ —
Interest paid
$ —
$ —
Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing and financing activities:
Fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations issued in connection with issuance of certain convertible preferred units
$ 8,169,984
$ 8,370,647
Fair value of July Investment Agreement Derivative issued in connection with issuance of certain convertible preferred units
$ —
$ 37,660,336
Deferred transaction costs included within accounts payable and accrued expenses
$ 4,036,954
$ 990,797
The accompanying notes are an integral part
of these consolidated financial statements.
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EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 1 — Description of Organization and Business
Operations
Evolution Metals LLC (the “Company”
or “EM LLC”) was formed in Delaware in February 2024 to develop a secure, reliable global supply chain for critical minerals
and materials (“CMM”), leveraging advanced technologies and strategic consolidation of midstream and downstream manufacturers.
The Company will support key industries, such as automotive while driving a sustainable future through efficient processing and the application
of cutting edge robotics and artificial intelligence (“AI”). The Company has two wholly owned subsidiaries: EM LLC (Korea),
incorporated in South Korea on January 10, 2025, and EMT Sub Co. Ltd (“EMT Sub”) incorporated in South Korea on January 21,
2025.
To achieve this vision, the Company entered into
equity purchase agreements during 2024 to acquire a controlling equity interest in four separate Korean entities (collectively, the “Four
Entities”) critical to the CMM supply chain in order to combine initial capabilities believed to serve as the foundation for
the Company’s growth — transforming raw materials into essential components for further manufacturing; recycling
lithium batteries; producing materials that are essential feedstocks used in the production of advanced magnets, which include (a) bonded
magnets that are vital components in various high-tech applications (including automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics industries)
and (b) sintered magnets that are crucial for high-performance applications (particularly in the defense and aerospace sectors where
precision and durability are paramount); developing AI software and machines to drive automation, innovation, and efficiency to reduce
labor costs, lower manufacturing reject rates, and automating the quality of control processes.
Upon completion of the acquisition of the Four Entities,
the Company is expected to produce materials annually, including magnets and battery metals to meet the growing global demand driven by
the electrification of transportation, the expansion of green energies, advancements in healthcare technologies, military and defense
manufacturing, and consumer appliances, among others.
On April 1, 2024, the Company entered into
an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”) with Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp., a Delaware corporation
(“WTMA”), WTMA Merger Subsidiary LLC, a Delaware limited liability company and direct wholly owned subsidiary of WTMA (“Merger
Sub”), and NewCo Inc., a Delaware corporation (“NewCo”) and William David Wilcox Jr., as the sole stockholders of NewCo.
On November 6, 2024, the Company, WTMA and Merger Sub entered into an Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, as amended
by the November 11, 2024 Amendment No 1 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, the February 10, 2025 Amendment
No 2 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, the March 31, 2025 Amendment No 3 to Amended and Restated Agreement and
Plan of Merger, the June 11, 2025 Amendment No. 4 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, the July 21, 2025 Amendment
No. 5 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, and the January 5, 2026 Amendment No. 6 to Amended and Restated Agreement
and Plan of Merger (collectively, the “Amended Merger Agreement”). The Amended Merger Agreement provides that Merger Sub will
be merged with and into the Company, with the Company being the surviving corporation and resulting in EM LLC being a wholly owned subsidiary
of WTMA (the “Merger” and, collectively with the other transactions contemplated by the Amended Merger Agreement, the “Business
Combination”). The consummation of the transactions contemplated by the Amended Merger Agreement are conditioned on the consummation
of the acquisition of the Four Entities.
On May 14, 2025, the initial Registration Statement
on Form S-4 relating to the Business Combination was declared effective by the SEC. On July 29, 2025 and August 7,
2025, WTMA filed Post-Effective Amendments to its Registration Statement on Form S-4 relating to the Business Combination. The Registration
Statement, as amended, was declared effective by the SEC on August 8, 2025.
On January 5, 2026, the Company completed the
acquisitions of the Four Entities and then subsequently consummated the Business Combination contemplated by the Amended Merger Agreement
(the “Closing”). After consummation of the Business Combination, WTMA changed its name to Evolution Metals & Technologies
Corp. (such post-closing entity is referred to as “New EM”). On January 6, 2026, New EM’s common stock began to
trade on the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) under the symbol “EMAT” (see Note 4).
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EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 2 — Liquidity and Going Concern
Historically, the Company’s primary sources
of liquidity have been cash flows from issuance of convertible preferred units. The Company reported a net loss of approximately $617,996,000
for the year ended December 31, 2025. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had an aggregate cash balance of approximately $11,685,000
and a net working capital deficit of approximately $659,955,000. These are indicators of substantial doubt as to the Company’s ability
to continue as a going concern for at least one year from issuance of these consolidated financial statements.
On January 5, 2026, the Company consummated
the Business Combination and is now focused on executing its post-combination operating plan and capital formation strategy. The Business
Combination did not include significant external financing at closing, and the Company expects to require additional capital to support
its operations and growth initiatives. Management is actively pursuing additional sources of capital, including equity and strategic financing
arrangements.
Based on the Company’s current liquidity position
and expected operating needs, management has concluded that substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going
concern has not been alleviated. The Company expects to address its liquidity requirements through the execution of its capital-raising
plans and the continued development of its operating business.
The Company’s future capital requirements
will depend on many factors, including the Company’s timing and extent of its research and the acquisition of processing facilities.
In order to finance these opportunities and associated costs, the Company would need to raise additional financing. While there can be
no assurances, the Company intends to raise such capital through additional equity raises. If additional financing is required from outside
sources, the Company may not be able to raise it on terms acceptable to it or at all. If the Company is unable to raise additional capital
on acceptable terms when needed, its product development business, results of operations and financial condition would be materially and
adversely affected.
As a result of the above, in connection with the
Company’s assessment of going concern considerations in accordance with Financial Accounting Standard Board’s (“FASB”)
Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-15, “Disclosures of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue
as a Going Concern,” management has determined that the Company’s liquidity condition raises substantial doubt about the Company’s
ability to continue as a going concern through twelve months from the date these financial statements are available to be issued.
These financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recovery of the recorded assets or the classification of the
liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.
Note 3 — Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation
and Principles of Consolidation: The accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), expressed in U.S. dollars. References
to GAAP issued by the FASB in these accompanying notes to the consolidated financial statements are to the FASB Accounting Standards
Codification (“ASC”). The consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going
concern.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements
include the accounts of the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been
eliminated in consolidation.
Emerging Growth Company: The
Company is an emerging growth company, as defined in the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (“JOBS”) Act. Under the JOBS Act,
emerging growth companies can delay adopting new or revised accounting standards issued subsequent to the enactment of the JOBS Act, until
such time as to those standards apply to private companies. The Company has elected to use this extended transition period for complying
with new or revised accounting standards that have different effective dates for public and private companies until the earlier of the date that it (i) is no longer an emerging growth
company or (ii) affirmatively and irrevocably opts out of the extended transition period provided in the JOBS Act. As a result, these
consolidated financial statements may not be comparable to companies that comply with the new or revised accounting pronouncements as
of public company effective dates.
F-8
EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
Use of Estimates: The
preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires the Company’s management to make estimates and assumptions
that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated
financial statements. Making estimates requires management to exercise significant judgment. Such estimates may be subject to change as
more current information becomes available and accordingly the actual results could differ significantly from those estimates. It is at
least reasonably possible that the estimate of the effect of a condition, situation or set of circumstances that existed at the date of
the consolidated financial statements, which management considered in formulating its estimate, could change in the near term due to one
or more future confirming events. The Company’s most significant assumptions and estimates relate to the estimation of
the allowance for credit losses, fair value of the July Investment Agreement Derivative, and the fair value of the CPU Share Allocation
Obligations, which includes the post-money valuation of the Company, (see Note 8 and Note 12). These estimates are based on
assumptions which management believes are reasonable. The Company evaluates its estimates on an ongoing basis and makes revisions to these
estimates.
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions: The
Company’s reporting currency is the U.S. dollar. The functional currency of each entity in the group is the currency of the
primary economic environment in which it operates. Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded into functional currency
at the rates of exchange prevailing on the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies
are remeasured into functional currency at the rates of exchange prevailing at the balance sheet date. Non-monetary assets and
liabilities are remeasured to the functional currency at exchange rates that prevailed on the date of inception of the transaction.
Assets and liabilities are translated using the
exchange rate in effect as of the balance sheet date. Expenses are translated using the average exchange rates in effect for the periods
presented. The effects of translating these consolidated financial statements from functional currency to reporting currency are recorded
in accumulated other comprehensive income or loss as a component of member’s equity. For the year ended December 31, 2025 a
translation gain of approximately $6,000 was recognized and for the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31,
2024, no translation gain was recognized.
Gains and losses resulting from transactions denominated
in a currency other than the functional currency of the entity are included in other (expense) income, net in the consolidated statements
of operations and comprehensive loss using the average exchange rates in effect during the period.
Segment Information: ASC 280,
“Segment Reporting” (“ASC 280”), defines operating segments as components of an enterprise where discrete
financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision-maker (“CODM”) in deciding
how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. The Company’s CODM is the manager, who has ultimate responsibility for the
operating performance of the Company and the allocation of resources. The CODM reviews the assets, operating results, and financial metrics
for the Company as a whole to make decisions about allocating resources and assessing financial performance. Accordingly, management has
determined that there is only one reportable segment. When evaluating the Company’s performance and making key decisions
regarding resource allocation, the CODM reviews several key metrics including operating expenses and cash and cash equivalents. The measure
of segment assets is reported on the consolidated balance sheets as total assets.
Operating expenses, inclusive of general and administrative
costs and sales and marketing costs, are reviewed and monitored by the CODM to manage and forecast cash to ensure enough capital is available
to fund operations until the Business Combination closes. The CODM also reviews operating expenses to manage, maintain and enforce all contractual agreements to ensure costs are aligned with
all agreements and budget. The categories of operating expenses, as reported on the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive
loss, are the significant segment expenses provided to the CODM on a regular basis.
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EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
Cash and Cash Equivalents: The
Company considers all short-term investments with an original maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
Concentration of Credit Risk: Financial
instruments that potentially subject the Company to concentrations of credit risk consist of cash accounts in a financial institution
and notes receivable. Cash accounts in a financial institution may at times exceed the Federal Depository Insurance Corporation limit.
The amount over these insured limits as of December 31, 2025 was approximately $11,425,000. As of December 31, 2025, the Company
has not experienced losses on these accounts and management believes the Company is not exposed to significant risks on such account.
The Company is subject to potential credit risk
related to business, economic and financial market conditions that affect entities it has advanced amounts to which has been heightened
as a result of recent economic and financial market conditions, including in connection with the uncertainties and challenges in the overall
economy, including, among other things, inflationary pressure and increased interest rates. Certain entities that have received advances
from the Company have experienced significant financial difficulties (including bankruptcy), and others may experience financial
difficulties in the future. These difficulties expose the Company to increased risk related to collectability.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments: ASC 820,
“Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures” (“ASC 820”), clarifies that fair value is an exit price, representing
the amount that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants.
As such, fair value is a market-based measurement that should be determined based upon assumptions that market participants would use
in pricing an asset or liability. As a basis for considering such assumptions, ASC 820 establishes a three-tier fair value hierarchy,
which prioritizes the inputs used in measuring fair value as follows:
Level 1: Inputs based on unadjusted
quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the Company has the ability to access at the measurement
date.
Level 2: Observable inputs other than
quoted prices included in Level 1, such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets or quoted prices for identical
or similar instruments in markets that are not active or for which all significant inputs are observable or can be corroborated by observable
market data.
Level 3: Inputs reflect management’s
best estimate of what market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. The inputs are both unobservable
for the asset and liability in the market and significant to the overall fair value measurement.
An asset’s or liability’s fair value
measurement level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is significant to the fair value measurement.
Valuation techniques used need to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs.
Assets and liabilities measured at fair value are
based on one or more of the following techniques noted in ASC 820:
● Market approach: Prices and
other relevant information generated by market transactions involving identical or comparable assets or liabilities.
● Cost approach: Amount that
would be required to replace the service capacity of an asset (replacement cost).
● Income approach: Techniques
to convert future amounts to a single present value amount based upon market expectations (including present value techniques, option
pricing, and excess earnings models).
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EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
The Company believes its valuation methods are appropriate
and consistent with other market participants, however the use of different methodologies or assumptions to determine the fair value of
certain financial instruments could result in a different fair value measurement at the reporting date.
The Company’s financial instruments with a
carrying value that approximates fair value consist of cash and cash equivalents, prepaid and other current assets, notes receivable,
convertible notes receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses because of the short-term nature or expected settlement dates of these
instruments. The Company’s financial instruments that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis consist of money market funds,
the July Investment Agreement Derivative (see Note 8 and Note 12) and the CPU Share Allocation Obligations (see Note 8
and Note 12).
Notes Receivable: Notes
receivable consists of secured and unsecured promissory notes with no conversion features and was accounted for as receivables in the
scope of ASC 310, “Receivables” (“ASC 310”), which was initially recorded at present value and subsequently
re-measured at amortized cost (see Note 5). Notes receivable is reported net of an allowance for credit losses on the accompanying
consolidated balance sheets.
Convertible Notes Receivable: Convertible
notes receivable consists of convertible promissory notes that can convert into a privately held company’s equity securities at
the Company’s election and was accounted for as receivables in the scope of ASC 310, which was initially recorded at present
value and subsequently re-measured at amortized cost (see Note 6). The notes did not meet the definition of a debt security in the
scope of ASC 320, “Investments — Debt Securities” (“ASC 320”). Convertible notes receivable
were reported net of an allowance for credit losses on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
Allowance for Credit Losses: The
Company recognizes an allowance for credit losses on notes receivable, convertible notes receivable and notes receivable — related
party (collectively, the “Outstanding Receivables”) in an amount equal to the estimated probable losses net of recoveries.
The Company currently monitors financial conditions of the companies it has Outstanding Receivables owed from on a continuing basis. After
considering current economic conditions and financial stability of its Outstanding Receivables counterparties, an allowance for credit
losses is maintained in the consolidated balance sheets at a level which management believes is sufficient to cover all probable future
credit losses as of the balance sheet date based on specific reserves and an expectation of future economic conditions that might impact
collectability.
The Company classifies loans as non-accrual and
recognizes income only to the extent cash is received when there is reasonable doubt about collectability of principal and interest. Management
used judgment in reaching this determination for all Outstanding Receivables. When a loan is placed on non-accrual status, all previously
accrued but uncollected interest is reversed or charged off as a provision for credit losses and the accrual of interest income is discontinued.
If a payment is received when a loan is non-accrual, the payment is applied to the principal balance. Loans are returned to accrual status
when all the principal and interest amounts contractually due are brought current and future payments are reasonably assured. As of December 31,
2025, the convertible notes receivable were classified as non-accrual (see Note 6). As of December 31, 2024, there were no Outstanding
Receivables classified as non-accrual.
Outstanding Receivables are carried at amortized
cost, net of allowances for credit losses. Amortized cost approximated book value as of December 31, 2025 and 2024. After all reasonable
attempts to collect a receivable have failed, the amount of the receivable is written off against the allowance.
F-11
EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
The following table represents a roll forward of
the allowance for credit losses for the year ended December 31, 2025 and for the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to
December 31, 2024:
Notes
receivable
Convertible
notes
receivable
Notes
receivable –
related party
Allowance Balance, February 8, 2024 (Inception)
$ —
$ —
$ —
Provision
5,265,933
11,228,047
1,624,850
Write offs
—
—
—
Recoveries and other
—
—
—
Allowance Balance, December 31, 2024
$ 5,265,933
$ 11,228,047
$ 1,624,850
Provision
4,893,632
1,981,420
2,542,600
Write offs
—
—
—
Recoveries and other
—
—
—
Allowance Balance, December 31, 2025
$ 10,159,565
$ 13,209,467
$ 4,167,450
An aging analysis of the Company’s past due
Outstanding Receivables was as follows:
1-30 Days
Past Due
31-60 Days
Past Due
Greater than
61 Days
Past Due
Total
December 31, 2025
Notes Receivable
$ —
$ 9,000,000
$ 331,785
$ 9,331,785
Convertible Notes Receivable (not accruing interest)
—
—
13,209,467
13,209,467
Notes Receivable, Related Party
—
—
—
—
$ —
$ 9,000,000
$ 13,541,252
$ 22,541,252
1-30 Days
Past Due
31-60 Days
Past Due
Greater than
61 Days
Past Due
Total
December 31, 2024
Notes Receivable
$ —
$ —
$ —
$ —
Convertible Notes Receivable
13,209,467
—
—
13,209,467
Notes Receivable, Related Party
—
—
—
—
$ 13,209,467
$ —
$ —
$ 13,209,467
For the year ended December 31, 2025, the interest
income that would have been recorded under original terms was $2,008,969. For the year ended December 31, 2025, interest income actually
received in cash was $0. For the year ended December 31, 2025, the interest income forgone was $2,008,969.
Convertible Preferred Units: Convertible
preferred units consist of preferred units issued with either (i) an option to convert into New EM common shares at the option of
the holders or (ii) automatic conversion into New EM Common Stock ninety days after closing of the Business Combination. (see
Note 4). The convertible preferred units are accounted for as permanent equity in the scope of ASC 815, “Derivatives and
Hedging” (“ASC 815”) and recorded at fair value which is representative of the proceeds received (see Note 10).
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
Derivative Liabilities: Certain
agreements the Company entered into either require the Company to issue or provide the Company the option to issue a variable number of
shares of New EM common shares to certain investors and vendors. The Company applies ASC 480, “Distinguishing Liabilities and
Equity” (“ASC 480”), ASC 815, and ASC 718, “Compensation — Stock Compensation”
(“ASC 718”) in its evaluation of the terms of each agreement. Financial instruments that were identified in each agreement
and
● meet the criteria to be accounted for as a liability in accordance
with ASC 480 were reported at fair value at issuance and were re-measured to fair value each reporting period with changes in the
estimated fair value of the liability recognized as a non-cash gain or loss on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations
and comprehensive loss;
● do not meet the criteria to be accounted for as a liability
in accordance with ASC 480 and do not meet the criteria to be accounted for as equity in accordance with ASC 815 are accounted
for as a liability and were reported at fair value at issuance and were re-measured to fair value each reporting period with changes
in the estimated fair value of the liability recognized as a non-cash gain or loss on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations
and comprehensive loss;
● meet the criteria of a liability-classified share-based payment
transaction in accordance with ASC 718 were measured based on the fair value of the transaction on the date of grant and remeasured
to fair value each reporting period until settlement or cancellation.
Agreements where multiple financial instruments
are identified that would individually warrant separate accounting as a derivative instrument are bundled together as a single, compound
embedded derivative that is bifurcated and accounted for separately from the host contract in accordance with ASC 815.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets: The
Company reviews long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that an asset group’s carrying
amount may not be recoverable. The Company conducts its long-lived asset impairment analysis in accordance with ASC 360-10, “Impairment
or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets” (“ASC 360-10”), which requires the Company to group assets and liabilities
at the lowest level for which identifiable cash flows are largely independent of the cash flows of other assets and liabilities and evaluate
the asset group against the sum of the undiscounted future cash flows. If the undiscounted cash flows do not indicate the carrying amount
of the asset group is recoverable, an impairment charge is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset group exceeds
its fair value. The Company did not record impairment losses during the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8,
2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024.
Business Combinations and Asset Acquisitions: The
Company evaluates each acquisition transaction to determine whether the acquired asset meets the definition of a business and therefore
should be accounted for as a business combination, or if the transaction should be accounted for as an asset acquisition. Under ASC 805, “Business
Combinations” (“ASC 805”), an acquisition does not qualify as a business when substantially all of the
fair value is concentrated in a single identifiable asset or group of similar identifiable assets. If the Company determines that the
screen test is met, the transaction is accounted for as an asset acquisition. If the screen test is not met, the Company
further considers whether the acquisition includes, at a minimum, inputs and processes that have the ability to create outputs in the
form of revenue. If the assets acquired meet this criteria, the transaction is accounted for as a business combination.
The Company accounts for acquisitions that qualify
as asset acquisitions utilizing a cost accumulation model whereby the purchase price of the acquisition is allocated to the assets acquired
on a relative fair value basis on the date of acquisition. Inputs used to determine such fair values are primarily based upon internally
developed models, publicly-available information, a risk-adjusted discount rate and/or publicly-available data regarding transactions
consummated by other market participants, as applicable.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
The Company accounts for business combinations under
the acquisition method of accounting under ASC 805, whereby identifiable assets acquired, liabilities assumed and any noncontrolling
interest in the acquiree are recognized and measured as of the acquisition date at fair value. Goodwill is recognized to the extent by
which the aggregate of the acquisition-date fair value of the consideration transferred and any noncontrolling interest in the acquiree
exceeds the recognized basis of the identifiable assets acquired, net of assumed liabilities. Determining the fair value of assets acquired,
liabilities assumed, and noncontrolling interest requires management’s judgment and often involves the use of significant estimates
and assumptions, including assumptions with respect to future cash flows, discount rates and asset lives among other items.
Transaction-related costs related to asset acquisitions
are capitalized as part of the cost basis of the acquired assets. Transaction-related expenses and restructuring costs that are deemed
to be part of an acquisition of a business are expensed as incurred.
Deferred Transaction Costs: Commissions,
legal fees and other costs that are direct and incremental costs directly related to the contemplated reverse capitalization transaction
(see Note 4 and Note 15) are capitalized as deferred transaction costs until the consummation of the transaction. The costs
will be reclassified to additional paid-in capital upon the closing of the transaction. If the transaction does not close, these transaction
costs will be written off to general and administrative expenses at such time the transaction is determined to be unsuccessful. As of
December 31, 2025 and 2024, deferred transaction costs totaling approximately $9,265,000 and $3,995,000, respectively, were recorded
on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets related to the anticipated reverse capitalization (see Note 4 and Note 15).
Share-Based Compensation Cost: Compensation
cost attributable to liability-classified share-based payment transactions is recorded over the vesting term of a share-based payment
transaction, net of estimated forfeitures. Changes in the estimated vesting term are determined each reporting period and prospectively
applied to the unrecognized compensation cost associated with an unvested transaction. Changes in the fair-value-based measure are recognized
as compensation cost (with a corresponding increase or decrease in the share-based liability) either immediately if the award is vested
or based on the percentage of the vesting term that has completed if the award is unvested.
A modification of a liability-classified award is
accounted for as an exchange of an original award for a new award and is accounted for by calculating the award’s fair-value-based
measure and multiplying this amount by the percentage of the service rendered as of the modification date. Compensation cost is adjusted
for the difference between the cumulative cost recognized for the modified award the cumulate cost recognized for the original award.
Net Loss Per Unit: Net
loss per unit is calculated and reported under the “two-class” method, which is an earnings allocation model that
treats participating securities as having rights to earnings that otherwise would have been available to holders of
member units. Under the two-class method, earnings for the period are required to be allocated between member units and participating securities
based upon their respective rights to receive distributed and undistributed earnings. For net loss per share computation
purposes, the Company’s member units, voting and member units, non-voting are considered one single class of common equity because
both classes have the same dividend and liquidation rights. The Company’s convertible preferred units do not participate
in the earnings or losses of the Company and are therefore not participating securities.
Basic net loss per unit is computed by dividing
net loss for the period by the weighted average number of member units outstanding during the period. In periods when the Company is in
a net loss position, potentially dilutive securities are excluded from the computation of diluted net loss per unit because their inclusion
would have an anti-dilutive effect. Thus, basic net loss per unit is the same as diluted net loss per unit.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
Diluted net loss per unit is computed similar to
basic net loss per unit except that the denominator is increased to include the potential dilutive effect of member unit equivalents on
the average number of member units outstanding during the period. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, there are no potentially dilutive
securities currently issued and outstanding.
Income Taxes: The
Company is treated as a partnership for U.S. federal and most applicable state and local income tax purposes effective May 16, 2025.
As a partnership, the Company is not subject to U.S. federal and certain state and local income taxes. Any taxable income or loss
generated by the Company is passed through to and included in the taxable income or loss of its members on a pro rata basis. As such,
no recognition of federal or state income taxes for the Company has been provided for in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance
with ASC 740, “Income Taxes” (“ASC 740”), which prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement process
for accounting for uncertain tax positions and also provides guidance on various related matters such as derecognition, interest, penalties,
and disclosures required. The Company does not have any entity-level uncertain tax positions. The Company files income tax returns in
the U.S. federal jurisdictions, various state jurisdictions, and Korea. Generally, the Company is subject to examination by U.S. federal
(or state and local) income tax authorities for three years from filing a tax return.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements, adopted:
ASU 2023-09, “Improvements to Income
Tax Disclosures” (“ASU 2023-09”) provide more transparency about income tax information through improvements to
income tax disclosures primarily related to the rate reconciliation and income taxes paid. The update is effective for fiscal years
beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The adoption of this standard resulted in additional tax disclosures
in the consolidated financial statements.
ASU 2024-01, “Compensation-Stock Compensation
(Topic 718): Scope Application of Profits Interest and Similar Awards” (“ASU 2024-01”) introduces updates
to accounting standards related to the classification and measurement of financial instruments under ASC 320. The update primarily
focuses on clarifying guidance for equity securities, debt instruments, and other financial assets, particularly in the areas of fair
value measurement and impairment recognition. It aims to improve consistency and comparability in the reporting of financial instruments
by refining the criteria for classifying securities and enhancing the methodology for recognizing and measuring impairments. ASU
2024-01 also mandates additional disclosures to provide greater transparency around the valuation techniques and assumptions used in determining
the fair value of financial instruments. The update is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2024, with early
adoption permitted. The adoption of this standard did not have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements.
ASU 2024-02, “Codification Improvements-Amendments
to Remove References to the Concepts Statements” (“ASU 2024-02”) updates accounting standards for revenue recognition,
lease accounting, and impairment of long-lived assets. ASU 2024-02 provides enhanced guidance for estimating variable consideration,
accounting for contract modifications, determining lease terms, and simplifying impairment testing for long-lived assets. It also introduces
increased disclosure requirements for financial instruments and derivatives. ASU 2024-02 is effective for fiscal years
beginning after December 15, 2024, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on its
consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements, not yet adopted:
ASU 2024-03, “Disaggregation of Income
Statement Expenses (“DISE”)” (“ASU 2024-03”) requires disclosures about specific types of expenses
included in the expense captions presented on the face of the income statement as well as disclosure about selling expenses. ASU 2024-03
is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027, with early adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating
the impact of this ASU on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 3 — Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies (cont.)
ASU 2023-06, “Disclosure Improvements:
Codification Amendments in Response to the SEC’s Disclosure Update and Simplification Initiative” (“ASU 2023-06”)
incorporates several disclosure and presentation requirements currently residing in SEC Regulation S-X and S-K into the ASC. The
amendments are applied prospectively and are effective when the SEC removes the related requirements from Regulation S-X and S-K. Any
amendments the SEC does not remove by June 30, 2027 will not be effective. Early adoption is prohibited. The Company is currently
evaluating the impact of this ASU on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
ASU 2025-03, “Business Combination and
Consolidation: Determining the Accounting Acquirer in the Acquisition of a Variable Interest Entity” (“ASU 2025-03”)
provides clarifying guidance on determining the accounting acquirer in certain transactions involving VIEs. The update aims to improve
consistency and comparability in financial reporting, especially when companies merge with a special-purpose acquisition company
(“SPAC”). ASU 2025-03 requires entities to apply the same factors used for determining the accounting acquirer in
other acquisition transactions. Essentially, it aims to make financial reporting more comparable and decision-useful for investors
by ensuring that the accounting acquirer is appropriately identified in acquisitions of VIEs, particularly in SPAC transactions. ASU 2024-03 is
effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2026 including interim periods within those annual periods, with early
adoption permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of this ASU on its consolidated financial statements and disclosures.
Except as mentioned above, the Company does not
believe other recently issued but not yet effective accounting standards, if currently adopted, would have a material effect on the Company’s
consolidated balance sheets, consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss and consolidated statements of cash flow
Note 4 — Proposed Business Combination
Merger Agreement with Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition
Corp
Key terms of the Amended Merger Agreement include,
but are not limited to, the following:
● Each issued and outstanding share of the Company’s
voting member units, nonvoting member units, and convertible preferred units on an as-converted basis will automatically be cancelled
and converted into the right to receive the number of shares of New EM common stock in accordance with the Amended Merger Agreement.
● Total consideration consisted of (i) 416,436,066 shares
of New EM common stock in exchange for the Company’s voting member units issued and outstanding immediately prior to the Merger,
(ii) 62,601,409 shares of New EM common stock in exchange for the Company’s nonvoting member units issued and outstanding
immediately prior to the Merger, and (iii) 109,436,178 shares of New EM common stock in exchange for the Company’s convertible
preferred units issued and outstanding immediately prior to the Merger.
● The New EM board of directors after the Closing will consist
of six directors, which shall initially include six director nominees designated by the Company and reasonably acceptable to WTMA.
● The obligations of the Company to consummate the Merger are
conditioned on, among other things, that as of the Closing, New EM would have available to it a positive amount of cash after giving
effect to (x) the amount in the WTMA trust account as of the Closing, after deducting the amount required to satisfy WTMA’s
obligations to its stockholders (if any) that exercise their rights to redeem all or a portion of their shares of WTMA common stock pursuant
to the WTMA charter and certain WTMA and EM LLC transaction expenses, plus (y) the amount of funding actually received by WTMA from
its private investment in public equity offering prior to or substantially concurrently with the Closing, plus (z) the aggregate
gross proceeds received or to be received by WTMA or EM LLC pursuant to any agreement or arrangement entered into prior to or substantially
concurrently with the Closing in connection with the issuance or other grant of any interests of WTMA or EM LLC or any of WTMA’s
subsidiaries, if any (the “Minimum Available Cash Condition”). The Minimum Available Cash Condition is for the sole benefit
of EM LLC.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 4 — Proposed Business
Combination (cont.)
● The Closing is subject to certain conditions, including,
but not limited to, the approval of the Company’s voting member and the approval of the stockholders of WTMA. Holders of WTMA’s
public shares will have the opportunity to redeem all or a portion of their public shares for cash in connection with the Business Combination.
In connection with the Amended Merger Agreement,
the Company entered into a Sponsor Support and Lock-Up Agreement with WTMA, Welsbach Acquisition Holdings LLC, a Delaware limited liability
company (the “Sponsor”), and certain officers and directors of WTMA (“Sponsor Persons”) on November 6, 2024
and amended on February 10, 2025 WTMA (collectively, the “Amended Sponsor Support and Lock-Up Agreement”). Pursuant to
the Amended Sponsor Support and Lock-Up Agreement, the Sponsor and Sponsor Persons agreed to, among other things, vote all of its shares
of WTMA common stock (as defined within the Amended Sponsor Support and Lock-Up Agreement) in favor of the Amended Merger Agreement and
the Business Combination. Also pursuant to the Amended Sponsor Support and Lock-Up Agreement, the Sponsor and Sponsor Persons agreed to
certain customary lock-up restrictions on their ability to transfer their WTMA common stock and the shares of New EM common stock they
will receive at closing of the Business Combination until the third anniversary of the close of the Business Combination.
In connection with the Amended Merger Agreement,
the Company also entered into an EM Equityholder Support and Lock-Up Agreement with WTMA and the sole member of the Company on November 6,
2024 and amended on February 10, 2025 (collectively and as further supplemented, the “Amended EM Equityholder Lock-Up Agreement”).
Pursuant to the Amended EM Equityholder Lock-Up Agreement, the sole voting member of the Company agreed to execute and deliver written
consents with respect to the Company’s outstanding voting member units to adopt the Amended Merger Agreement and related transactions,
approving the Business Combination. Also pursuant to the Amended EM Equityholder Lock-up Agreement, the holders of the member units of
EM LLC agreed to certain customary lock-up restrictions on their ability to transfer their EM LLC common units and the shares of New EM
common stock they will receive at closing of the Business Combination until the third anniversary of the close of the Business Combination.
On January 5, 2026, in connection with the
Business Combination, the equityholders of the Four Entities and the Company’s holders of the Company’s member units entered
into lock-up agreements under which they agreed to certain customary lock-up restrictions on their ability to transfer the shares of New
EM common stock they received at closing of the Business Combination until up to the third anniversary of the close of the Business Combination.
Similarly, on January 5, 2026, the Company’s convertible preferred units entered into lock-up agreements under which they agreed
to certain customary lock-up restrictions on their ability to transfer the shares of New EM common stock they received at closing of the
Business Combination until seven calendar days following the close of the Business Combination.
Note 4 — Proposed Business
Combination (cont.)
During the period from
February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, the Company entered into seven agreements to acquire controlling
interests in seven different entities in connection with the Business Combination. Two of these agreements were terminated as of
December 31, 2024, one of these agreements was terminated as of July 3, 2025, and the remaining agreements with four
entities were terminated and replaced with share exchange agreements between each of the four Korean companies and a subsidiary of
the Company (“EMT Sub”). The share exchange agreements were approved by the shareholders of the four Korean domiciled
companies on June 2, 2025, with no dissenting shareholders. The share exchange agreements were consummated on January 5,
2026, immediately prior to the closing of the Business Combination. Under the share exchange agreements with the Four Entities, EMT
Sub acquired the following shares of each target’s common stock in exchange for the following number of non-voting EM LLC
member units to be contributed to EMT Sub by EM LLC:
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Target
Shares of
Target’s
common stock
Exchange
Ratio
EM Units
Value
NS World, Co., Ltd. (“NSW”)
289,055
0.009427
2,725
$ 12,970,000
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. (“Handa”)
380,800
0.004138
1,576
$ 7,500,000
KCM Industry Co., Ltd. (“KCM”)
21,666
0.1396
3,026
$ 14,400,000
KMMI, Inc.(“KMMI”)
22,080
0.4187
9,244
$ 44,000,000
During the year ended December 31, 2025 and
the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, the Company has incurred and paid approximately $2,047,000
and $1,553,000, respectively, in connection with the audit, accounting and legal fees of the seven entities for which agreements were
entered into.
Terminated Acquisitions during 2024
On March 15, 2024, the Company entered into
a heads of agreement with KMMI (the “First HOA”) to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of KMMI in exchange for shares
of New EM common stock totaling an estimated $44.0 million, that will be adjusted based on the results of due diligence on KMMI. The
closing of this transaction is subject to the proxy statement/prospectus filed by WTMA being declared effective by the SEC. In February 2025,
the First HOA was terminated and replaced by a share exchange agreement between a subsidiary of WTMA and KMMI, which the Company is not
directly a party to until such time the Business Combination closes.
On March 15, 2024, the Company entered into
a heads of agreement with Handa (the “Second HOA”). to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of Handa in exchange for shares
of New EM common stock totaling an estimated $7.5 million, that will be adjusted based on the results of due diligence on Handa.
The closing of this transaction is subject to the proxy statement/prospectus filed by WTMA being declared effective by the SEC. In
February 2025, the Second HOA was terminated and replaced by a share exchange agreement between a subsidiary of WTMA and Handa, which
the Company is not directly a party to until such time the Business Combination closes.
On March 15, 2024, the Company entered into
a heads of agreement with KCM (the “Third HOA”) to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of KCM in exchange for shares of
New EM common stock totaling an estimated $14.4 million, that will be adjusted based on the results of due diligence on KCM. The
closing of this transaction is subject to the proxy statement/prospectus filed by WTMA being declared effective by the SEC. In February 2025,
the Third HOA was terminated and replaced by a share exchange agreement between a subsidiary of WTMA and KCM, which the Company is not
directly a party to until such time the Business Combination closes.
On March 15, 2024, the Company entered into
a heads of agreement with NSW (the “Fourth HOA”) to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares of NSW in exchange for shares of
New EM common stock totaling an estimated $13.0 million, that will be adjusted based on the results of due diligence on NSW. The
closing of this transaction is subject to the proxy statement/prospectus filed by WTMA being declared effective by the SEC. In February 2025,
the Fourth HOA was terminated and replaced by a share exchange agreement between a subsidiary of WTMA and NSW, which the Company is not
directly a party to until such time the Business Combination closes.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 4 — Proposed Business
Combination (cont.)
In March 2024, the Company entered into an
investment agreement with Clever Co. Ltd (“Clever”), a company incorporated in Korea to acquire at least 80%, but up to 100%,
of the outstanding shares of Clever Co. Ltd in exchange for shares of New EM common stock totaling at least an estimated $14.1 million,
but up to an estimated $17.6 million, with the amount adjusted in proportion the percentage of shares acquired. In October 2024,
the Company decided not to pursue the acquisition of Clever.
In June 2024, the Company entered into an investment
agreement with Camston Wrather LLC (“CW”), a company incorporated in Delaware to acquire 100% of the outstanding Class D
units of CW in exchange for $1,250.0 million, payable through the issuance of shares of New EM common stock totaling an estimated
$850.0 million and in exchange for cash totaling $400.0 million. In October 2024, the Company decided not to pursue the
acquisition of CW and in November 2024 sent CW notice of termination.
On August 26, 2024, the Company entered into
an investment agreement with Robert N Feldman Revocable Living Trust (the “Trust”), owner of 100% of the shares of Critical
Mineral Recovery, Inc (“CMR”) (the “August CMR Investment Agreement”) to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares
of CMR. The August CMR Investment Agreement was subsequently terminated on November 4, 2024 as a result of a fire sustained
at CMR’s facility on October 30, 2024, which resulted in a total loss of the physical facility.
On November 4, 2024, the Company entered into
a new investment agreement with the Trust (the “November CMR Investment Agreement”) to acquire 100% of the outstanding shares
of CMR in exchange for $400.0 million, payable through the issuance of shares of New EM common stock totaling an estimated $225.0 million
and in exchange for cash totaling $175.0 million. The $175.0 million cash payment is to be used by CMR to redeem all of its
outstanding shares for $125.0 million and to repay CMR’s debt for $50.0 million. The actual purchase price will be adjusted
based on the results of due diligence on CMR. In February 2025, the November CMR Investment Agreement was terminated and replaced
by the February 2025 Merger Agreement, which the Company is not directly a party to until such time the Business Combination closes.
Terminated Acquisitions during 2025
In March 2025, the Company entered into an
amended and restated agreement and plan of merger with WTMA, the Company Critical Mineral Recovery, Inc. (“CMR”), and the
other parties thereto (the “March 2025 Merger Agreement”) providing for the acquisition of CMR. The March 2025
Merger Agreement amended and restated the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated February 10, 2025, in its entirety. The March 2025
Merger Agreement was terminated on July 3, 2025.
In September 2024, the Company entered into
a Transactional Advance Agreement (“CMR Advance Agreement”) with CMR. Under the CMR Advance Agreement, the Company agreed
to advance CMR $12,000,000 in three installments in connection with the contemplated acquisition of CMR. During the period from February 8,
2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, a total of $9,000,000 was advanced to CMR under the terms of the CMR Advance Agreement. No
amounts were advanced to CMR during the year ended December 31, 2025. As of December 31, 2025, $9,000,000 was outstanding under
the CMR Advance Agreement.
For the year ended December 31, 2025 and for
the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, allowances for credit loss of $4,500,000 were included in
the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss. In light of the termination of the March 2025 Merger
Agreement effective July 3, 2025, the Company determined a full allowance for credit losses was necessary for the monies advanced
under the CMR Advance Agreement.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 5 — Notes Receivable
Notes receivable consisted of the following as of
December 31, 2025 and 2024:
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
CMR Advances (see Note 4)
$ 9,000,000
$ 9,000,000
WTMA Sponsor Notes
2,319,128
1,191,865
WTMA Co-Sponsor Note
331,785
331,785
Acquired Notes
2,000
—
Clever Note
—
200,000
Notes Receivable
11,652,913
10,723,650
Less: Allowance for credit losses
(10,159,565 )
(5,265,933 )
Less: Notes receivable, current portion, net of allowance for credit losses
(1,493,348 )
(957,717 )
Notes Receivable, net of current portion, net of allowance for credit losses
$ —
$ 4,500,000
WTMA Sponsor Notes
During 2025 and 2024, the Company and the Sponsor
entered into four unsecured promissory notes totaling approximately $1,127,000 and four unsecured promissory notes totaling approximately
$1,192,000, respectively, (the “WTMA Sponsor Notes”). The WTMA Sponsor Notes are non-interest bearing and mature
on the earlier of the (a) Closing or (b) liquidation of WTMA.
For the year ended December 31, 2025 and for
the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, allowances for credit loss of approximately $564,000 and
$596,000, respectively, related to the WTMA Sponsor Notes were included in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and
comprehensive loss.
WTMA Co-Sponsor Note
During April 2024, the Company and the co-sponsor
of WTMA entered into a senior secured promissory note in the amount of approximately $332,000 (the “WTMA Co-Sponsor Note”).
The WTMA Co-Sponsor Note is non-interest bearing and matures on the earlier of the (a) Closing or (b) March 31,
2025. The WTMA Co-Sponsor Note is senior to other obligations of the borrower at any time and is secured by all shares of the borrower
on a pari-passu basis with other notes in the series. As of December 31, 2025, the WTMA Co-Sponsor Note was in maturity default.
Acquired Notes
During September 2025, the Company acquired
two notes receivables with aggregate principal balance of approximately $56,578,000 for an aggregate purchase price of $2,000. These acquisitions
were determined to be asset acquisitions. Accordingly, the acquired notes receivable were recorded at cost on the acquisition date. There
were no transactions costs incurred related to these acquisitions during the year ended December 31, 2025.
Clever Note
During April 2024, the Company entered into
a loan agreement (the “Clever Note”) with Clever Co. Ltd (“Clever”), in the amount of $200,000. The Company collected
the Clever Note in full during April 2025. Accordingly, during the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company removed the allowance
for credit loss of $170,000 that was recorded as of December 31, 2024.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 6 — Convertible Notes Receivable
During 2024 the Company entered into three convertible
promissory notes with CW whereby the Company advanced an aggregate principal amount of $12,500,000 (collectively, the “CW Notes”)
to fund its working capital. With the first advancement under the CW Notes in June 2024, the Company became a senior lender under
CW’s credit agreement.
The Company has the option to convert 100% of the
outstanding principal balance, excluding unpaid interest, on the CW Notes into CW’s Class AA Units of capital stock at
the rate of one CW’s Class AA Unit per $1.00. Prepayment of principal and accrued interest without consent of the Company is
permitted. The CW Notes bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the adjusted daily Secured Overnight Financing Rate (3.87% at December 31,
2025) (“SOFR”) plus an applicable margin of 10.00% (13.87% at December 31, 2025) and matured on December 28, 2024
and is recorded on a paid in-kind basis through an increase in the outstanding principal balance amount of the CW Notes (inclusive of
interest capitalized the prior quarter).
In November 2024, the Company terminated its
investment agreement with CW (see Note 4) in accordance with the terms of the investment agreement and notified CW that approximately
$4,174,000 of the advances made by the Company under the convertible note receivable were due and payable. As of September 30, 2025,
the CW Note was placed in non-accrual status. As of December 31, 2025, approximately $13,209,000 was outstanding under the CW Notes
and in maturity default, which includes $709,000 of paid in-kind interest income recognized during the period from February 8, 2024
(inception) to December 31, 2024 and included as a component of interest income on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations
and comprehensive loss. For the year ended December 31, 2025, approximately $2,009,000 of paid in-kind interest was not recorded
as the CW Notes were on non-accrual status.
For the year ended December 31, 2025 and for
the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, an allowance for credit losses of approximately $1,981,000
and $11,228,000, respectively, related to the CW Notes, of which approximately $106,000 and $603,000, respectively, was related to paid
in-kind interest, was included in the accompanying statements of operations and comprehensive loss.
Note 7 — Notes Receivable, Related Party
During 2025 and 2024, the Company and the voting
member of the Company entered into nine unsecured promissory notes in the aggregate amount of approximately $3,145,000 and five unsecured
promissory notes in the aggregate amount of approximately $3,250,000, respectively, (the “Related Party Notes”). The Related
Party Notes are non-interest bearing and mature on the earlier of (a) the Closing or (b) December 31, 2025. As of December 31,
2025 and 2024, approximately $6,395,000 and $3,250,000 was outstanding under Related Party Notes. As of December 31, 2025, the Related
Party Notes were in maturity default.
During November 2025, the Company advanced
$1,940,000 to EMT Asia Co., Ltd. (“EMT Asia”), a company wholly owned by the voting member of the Company, pursuant to unsecured
promissory notes bearing interest at 6% per annum and maturing on May 26, 2026 (“EMT Asia Note Receivable”). As
of December 31, 2025, $1,940,000 was outstanding under the EMT Asia Note Receivable. For the year ended December 31, 2025,
interest income totaled approximately $11,000 and was included as a component of interest income on the accompanying consolidated statements
of operations and comprehensive loss.
For the year ended December 31, 2025 and the
period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, allowance for credit losses of $2,543,000 and $1,625,000, respectively,
related to the Related Party Notes and the EMT Asia Note Receivable were included in the accompanying consolidated statements of
operations and comprehensive loss.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 8 — Derivative Liabilities
July Investment Agreement Derivative
In July 2024 the Company entered into an investment
agreement (the “July Investment Agreement”) with an existing holder of the Company’s convertible preferred units (the
“Anchor Investor”), and amended in December 2024, whereby in exchange for $17,500,017 cash consideration (a) the
Company committed to issue 17,500,017 units of convertible preferred units with the same rights, preferences and privileges and restrictions
as the outstanding convertible preferred units, with a stated conversion rate of 5:1, whereby 3,500,000 shares of New EM common stock
would be issued in exchange for the convertible preferred units issued at the closing of the Business Combination (see Note 10),
(b) the Company will pass through the economics of the CW Notes to the Anchor Investor, whereby an estimated $25,000,000 cash payment
and the shares of New EM stock totaling an estimated $212,500,000 the Company receives at closing of the Business Combination in connection
with the conversion of the CW Notes will be transferred to the Anchor Investor, (c) an allocation of shares of New EM common stock
valued at 10.0% of the Company’s fully diluted ownership in New EM to the Anchor Investor at closing of the Business Combination.
The Company is required to make a $45,000,000 payment to the Anchor Investor at closing of the Business Combination, by either (i) transferring
New EM common shares totaling $45,000,000 that were included in the S-4 registration statement that are not subject to a lock up period
or (ii) making a $45,000,000 cash payment. Other than the New EM common shares valued at $45,000,000 that may be transferred at closing
of the Business Combination, the shares to be transferred to the Anchor Investor will be subject to a lock-up period.
Pursuant to the terms of the July Investment Agreement,
the gross investment of the Anchor Investor as of the July Investment agreement will be secured by the managing member’s life insurance
policy totaling $2,500,000 and the Anchor Investor will assist the Company with raising an additional $30,000,000 of convertible preferred
units from other investors.
Under the July Investment Agreement, the following
financial instruments were identified:
● the Company’s promise to issue the Anchor Investor
an estimated $212,500,000 of New EM common shares (the “Anchor Investor Share Issuance Obligation”) at closing of the Business
Combination. The Anchor Investor Share Issuance Obligation is recorded as a liability in accordance with ASC 480.
● the Company’s promise to issue a variable number of
New EM common shares to the Anchor Investor equal to 10.0% of the Company’s fully diluted ownership in New EM at closing of the
Business Combination (the “Anchor Investor Share Allocation Obligation”). The Anchor Investor Share Allocation Obligation
is recorded as a liability in accordance with ASC 480 and ASC 815.
● the requirement to pay the Anchor Investor $25,000,000 at
closing of the Business Combination (the “Anchor Investor Payment Obligation”). The Anchor Investor Payment Obligation is
recorded in accordance with ASC 815.
The above financial instruments are accounted for
as a single, compound embedded derivative and referred to as the “July Investment Agreement Derivative”. The fair value of
the July Investment Agreement Derivative exceeded the proceeds received, and as such the July Investment Agreement Derivative was recorded
at fair value with the excess of the fair value over the proceeds recorded as a day one loss on July Investment Agreement Derivative
on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss.
As of the issuance date the July Investment Agreement
Derivative was measured at fair value of approximately $37,660,000 and re-measured to fair value at each subsequent reporting period (see
Note 12). For the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, a day one loss on issuance of July
Investment Agreement Derivative of approximately $20,160,000 was recorded as a component of other income (expense) on the accompanying
consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 8 — Derivative Liabilities
(cont.)
Convertible Preferred Unit Issuance
Certain convertible preferred unit issuances (see
Note 10) provided investors with additional share allocation issuance whereby the investors will receive a variable number of New
EM common shares equal to either: (i) 1.0% of the Company’s fully diluted ownership in New EM at closing of the Business Combination
for every additional $2,000,000 investment into the Company’s convertible preferred units the investors purchase or (ii) a
pro rata percentage of 1.0% of the Company’s fully diluted ownership in New EM at closing of the Business Combination equal to the
percentage of the investor’s investment into the Company’s convertible preferred units the investors purchase divided by either
(a) $2,000,000 or (ii) $4,000,000, as determined by the terms of each investor’s convertible preferred unit agreement.
The additional share allocation issuances are collectively
referred to as the “CPU Share Allocation Obligations” and are calculated on one of the above methods based on the terms of
the investor’s specific convertible preferred unit agreement. The additional share allocation was provided to certain investors
as an incentive to make additional future investments into the Company’s convertible preferred units.
For convertible preferred unit issuances where proceeds
received from the convertible preferred unit issuances exceeded the fair value of the CPU Share Allocation Obligation, the convertible
preferred unit issuances were recorded net of the fair value attributed to the CPU Share Allocation Obligation at issuance.
For convertible preferred unit issuances where the
fair value of the CPU Share Allocation Obligation exceeds the proceeds received from the convertible preferred unit issuances, the CPU
Share Allocation Obligation was recorded at fair value with the excess of the fair value over the proceeds recorded as a day one
loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligation on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss.
As of the various issuance dates, the CPU Share
Allocation Obligations were measured at fair value aggregating to approximately $8,170,000 and $8,371,000 for the year ended December 31,
2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, respectively, and re-measured to fair value at each
subsequent reporting period (see Note 12). For the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception)
to December 31, 2024, the day one loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligations of approximately $404,000 and $228,000, respectively,
were recorded as a component of other income (expense) on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss.
Note 9 — Notes Payable, Related Party
During 2025, the Company entered into five non-interest
loan agreements with EMT Asia, a company wholly owned by the voting member of the Company, for aggregate proceeds of approximately KRW
695,347,000 (approximately $484,000 as of December 31, 2025) (the “EMT Asia Loans Payable”). All loans mature six months
from the date of the loan and maturity dates range between May 2026 and June 2026. There are no prepayment penalties on these
loan agreements. As of December 31, 2025, approximately $484,000 remains outstanding on these loan agreements.
Note 10 — Members’ Deficit
The Company was authorized to issue an unlimited
number of participating member units at no par value, an unlimited number of member non-voting units at no par value, and an unlimited
number of convertible preferred units at no par value.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 10 — Members’ Deficit
(cont.)
Member Units: On
May 15, 2025, the Company amended its operating agreement to create a non-voting member unit class. Subject to approval, the Company
may issue an unlimited number of non-voting member units and any voting member units can be converted into non-voting member units. On
May 15, 2025, 900,000 of the Company’s member units held by the sole member were exchanged for 900,000 non-voting member units
and par was proportionately reclassified between the classes of members units. There was no net effect to members’ deficit for this
exchange. As of December 31, 2025, there were 100,000 voting member units and 900,000 non-voting member units issued and outstanding.
The voting and non-voting member units have identical
rights and preferences with the exception of voting rights.
Convertible Preferred Units: During
the year ended December 31, 2025 and the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, the Company issued
24,441,000 and 35,230,021 convertible preferred units, respectively, in exchange for $1.00 per unit for gross proceeds of $24,441,000
and approximately $35,230,000, respectively. Certain issuances of convertible preferred units provide the investor an additional share
allocation issuance (see Note 8).
The Company intends to use the proceeds from the
convertible preferred units as working capital to complete the Business Combination (see Note 4) and acquire the Four Entities (see
Note 1), with the exception if the convertible preferred unit issuance during June 2024 raising gross proceeds of $2,500,000,
which was used to acquire the CW Note (see Note 6). The convertible preferred units were accounted for as permanent equity.
The rights, preferences, privileges and restrictions
for the convertible preferred units are as follows:
Dividends: Non-cumulative,
simple dividend of 5% per annum accrues on the principal amount, payable annually and deferred for the first 36-months.
Liquidation preference: None
Conversion: Convertible
preferred units issued between February 8, 2024 (inception) and March 31, 2025 are convertible into shares of New EM common
shares at the option of the holder, according to a conversion ratio set forth in the holder’s convertible preferred unit agreement
assuming a New EM common share price of $10.00 at Closing. Convertible preferred units issued between April 1, 2025 and December 31,
2025 will be automatically converted into shares of New EM common shares ninety days after the Closing.
The Conversion ratio for convertible preferred units
issued as of December 31, 2025 was as follows:
Convertible
Preferred
Units
Conversion
Ratio
New EM
common
shares
March 2024
1,100,003
1:1
1,100,003
April 2024
864,655
1:1
864,655
May 2024
1,265,347
1:1
1,265,347
June 2024
2,500,000
5:1
500,000
July 2024
19,500,016
5:1
3,900,003
August 2024
100,000
5:1
20,000
October 2024
5,700,000
5:1
1,140,000
November 2024
500,000
5:1
100,000
December 2024
3,700,000
5:1
740,000
January 2025
500,000
5:1
100,000
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 10 — Members’ Deficit
(cont.)
Convertible
Preferred
Units
Conversion
Ratio
New EM
common
shares
February 2025
2,700,000
5:1
540,000
March 2025
1,850,000
5:1
370,000
March 2025
2,000,000
1:1
2,000,000
September 2025
16,550,000
6:1
2,758,333
October 2025
620,000
6:1
103,333
December 2025
221,000
6:1
36,833
Total
59,671,021
15,538,507
Redemption: The convertible
preferred units are not redeemable at the option of the holder, on either a contingent or non-contingent basis.
Voting: The convertible
preferred units are non-voting.
Note 11 — Share-Based Compensation
In September 2024, the Company entered into
an agreement with a vendor (the “Vendor Agreement”) whereby the Company has the option to settle its obligations for services
provided with either cash payments when the services are rendered or the issuance of a fixed monetary amount of New EM common shares at
the closing of the Business Combination (the “Vendor Share-Based Settlement Obligation”). The Vendor Agreement was classified
as a liability share-based payment transaction in accordance with ASC 718 and ASC 480, with the identification of two service
conditions. The vesting period is measured on the effective date of the agreement as the period the services are expected to be rendered,
and re-assessed each reporting period until the services are fully rendered and the share-based payment transaction is fully vested.
In December 2024, the Company amended the Vendor
Agreement (the “Amended Vendor Agreement”), replacing the Company’s settlement options for services provided with an
exclusive cash payment option. The Company determined the Amended Vendor Agreement was a modified liability-classified award. Accordingly,
the Company re-measured the Vendor Share-Based Settlement Obligation as of the cancellation date noting a nominal change in the fair value
for the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024 (see Note 12) and recognized the difference between
the cumulative compensation cost under the original award and the cumulative cost on the modified award, as compensation cost.
Note 12 — Fair Value Measurements
The following table presents assets and liabilities
measured at fair value by classification within the fair value hierarchy as of:
Level I
Level II
Level III
Total
December 31, 2025
Assets
Money Market Funds
$ 11,671,467
$ —
$ —
$ 11,671,467
Total assets
$ 11,671,467
$ —
$ —
$ 11,671,467
Liabilities
July Investment Agreement Derivative
$ —
$ —
$ 379,204,796
$ 379,204,796
CPU Share Allocation Obligation
—
—
292,679,981
292,679,981
Total liabilities
$ —
$ —
$ 671,884,777
$ 671,884,777
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 12 — Fair Value Measurements
(cont.)
Level I
Level II
Level III
Total
December 31, 2024
Assets
Money Market Funds
$ 2,588,289
$ —
$ —
$ 2,588,289
Total assets
$ 2,588,289
$ —
$ —
$ 2,588,289
Liabilities
July Investment Agreement Derivative
$ —
$ —
$ 53,231,638
$ 53,231,638
CPU Share Allocation Obligation
—
—
10,231,516
10,231,516
Total liabilities
$ —
$ —
$ 63,463,154
$ 63,463,154
The following table provides a reconciliation of
the beginning and ending balance associated with the liabilities measured at fair value using significant unobservable inputs for the
year ended December 31, 2025 and for the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024:
July
Investment
Agreement
Derivative
(Level III)
CPU Share
Allocation
Obligation
(Level III)
Balance, February 8, 2024 (inception)
$ —
$ —
Additions
37,660,336
8,370,647
Change in fair value
15,571,302
1,860,869
Balance, December 31, 2024
53,231,638
10,231,516
Additions
—
8,169,984
Change in fair value
325,973,158
274,278,481
Balance, December 31, 2025
$ 379,204,796
$ 292,679,981
Money Market Funds
Money market funds are investments with maturities
within three months of their purchase dates held at banks, that approximate fair value based on Level I measurements.
Derivative Liabilities
Prior to December 31, 2025, the Company utilized
scenario-based valuation models to value the July Investment Agreement Derivative and the CPU Share Allocation Obligations (collectively,
the “Derivative Liabilities”) at issuance and each subsequent reporting period. A key estimate used in the valuations of the
Derivative Liabilities is an enterprise valuation of New EM, which included the acquisition of the Four Entities which uses a sum-of-the-parts
valuation model that combined the arm’s length purchase prices of the Four Entities pursuant to acquisition agreements signed with
the Company on February 10, 2025, and the invested capital of the Company for each measurement date. Prior to the termination of
the March 2025 Merger Agreement, CMR was also included as a component of the sum-of-the-parts valuation model.
As of December 31, 2025, the Company updated
its valuation methodology to reflect the advanced stage of the Business Combination and the availability of observable market-based inputs.
At that date, substantially all substantive closing conditions had been satisfied, and the only remaining item was final Nasdaq listing
approval, which was subsequently obtained on January 2, 2026, with the Business Combination closing on January 5, 2026. Given
the proximity to closing and the presence of a publicly traded instrument directly linked to the post-closing equity structure, management
determined that a market-based valuation approach more faithfully reflected fair value as of December 31, 2025.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 12 — Fair Value Measurements
(cont.)
Accordingly, for the December 31, 2025 measurement,
the Company first determined the implied equity value of EM&T on a pro forma fully diluted basis at closing. The Company then applied
a market-based adjustment derived from the trading price of WTMA Rights, which were publicly traded securities that converted into WTMA
common shares at a fixed ratio upon consummation of the Business Combination. The implied ratio between the aggregate conversion value
of the Rights and the trading price of WTMA common shares reflected the market’s assessment of both (i) the probability of
closing and (ii) expected post-closing share price performance. The final market-based adjustment incorporated the observable Rights
pricing, which inherently reflected both closing risk and market expectations regarding post-closing performance.
As a result, the December 31, 2025 valuation
of the Derivative Liabilities was based on the implied EM&T equity value at closing, adjusted by the market-derived factor from WTMA
Rights pricing, rather than solely on the prior sum-of-the-parts enterprise valuation framework.
July Investment Agreement Derivative:
The Company utilized the following assumptions to
value the July Investment Agreement Derivative:
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
July 18,
2024
(issuance)
Expected Business Combination date
January 5, 2026
June 30, 2025
June 30, 2025
Term (years)
0.01
0.50
0.95
Risk free rate
3.7%
4.2%
4.9%
CCC credit rating
15.7%
8.7%
19.4%
Present value factor
1.00
0.98
0.80 – 0.95
Probability of Business Combination close
90.0%
60.0%
60.0%
Market adjustment(1)
45.5%
NA
NA
Expected Company fully diluted ownership of New EM
96.5%
71.3%
71.3%
Additional share allocation percentage
10.0%
10.0%
10.0%
(1) Market adjustment inherently considers probability of Business
Combination close and post Business Combination close price movements to the New EM common share price per share.
A loss on change in fair value of July Investment
Agreement Derivative was approximately $325,973,000 and $15,571,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025 and for the period from
February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, respectively, and was reported as a component of other income (expense) on
the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss.
CPU Share Allocation Obligations:
The CPU Share Allocation Obligations are contingent
on the closing of the Business Combination and certain convertible preferred unit holders entering into additional convertible preferred
unit agreements in increments of $2,000,000 or $4,000,000, as defined in an investor’s specific convertible preferred unit agreement.
As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, the CPU Share Allocation Obligation totaled 11.28% and 4.75%, respectively, which represented an
estimated 10.84 % and 2.85%, respectively, of outstanding shares of New EM Common Stock at the Closing.
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 12 — Fair Value Measurements
(cont.)
The Company utilized the following assumptions to
value the CPU Share Allocation Obligations as of the balance sheet dates:
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Expected Business Combination date
January 5, 2026
June 30, 2025
Term (years)
0.01
0.50
Risk free rate
3.7%
4.2%
Present value factor
1.00
0.98
Probability of Business Combination close
NA
60.0%
Market adjustment(1)
45.5%
NA
Expected Company fully diluted ownership of New EM
96.5%
71.3%
Additional share allocation percentages
11.28%
4.75%
(1) Market adjustment inherently considers probability of Business
Combination close and post Business Combination close price movements to the New EM common share price per share.
The Company utilized the following assumptions to
value the CPU Share Allocation Obligations as of the respective issuance dates:
November 2025
(issuances)
October 2025
(issuances)
September 2025
(issuances)
March 2025
(issuances)
February 2025
(issuances)
December 2024
(issuances)
October 2024
(issuances)
July 2024
(issuance)
Expected Business Combination date
December 30, 2025
December 30, 2025
December 30, 2025
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2025
June 30,
2025
Term (years)
0.12 – 0.15
0.20 – 0.23
0.27 – 0.29
0.25
0.35 – 0.37
0.54 – 0.56
0.68
0.92
Risk free rate
3.9%
4.0%
3.9%
4.3%
4.3%
4.2 – 4.3%
4.3%
4.8%
Present value factor
0.99 – 1.00
0.99
0.99
0.99
0.99
0.98
0.97
0.96
Probability of Business Combination close
60.0%
60.0%
60.0%
60.0%
60.0%
60.0%
60.0%
60.0%
Expected Company fully diluted ownership of New EM
98.7%
98.7%
97.8%
71.3%
71.3%
71.3%
71.3%
71.3%
Additional share allocation percentages
0.07%
0.17%
4.14%
1.80%
1.35%
1.75%
2.0%
1.0%
A loss on change in fair value of the CPU Share
Allocation Obligations was approximately $274,278,000 and $1,861,000 for the year ended December 31, 2025 and for the period from
February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, respectively, and was reported as a component of other income (expense) on
the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss.
Vendor Share-Based Settlement Obligation
The Company utilized a scenario-based valuation
model to value the Vendor Share-Based Settlement Obligation at issuance, utilizing the following assumptions:
December 31,
2024
(cancellation)
September 20,
2024
(issuance)
Expected Business Combination date
June 30, 2025
June 30, 2025
Term (years)
0.53
0.78
Risk free rate
4.2%
4.2%
Present value factor
0.97
0.97
Implied probability Business Combination closes
8.3%
15.4%
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 12 — Fair Value Measurements
(cont.)
During the period from February 8, 2024 (inception)
to December 31, 2024, the Company recognized $40,000 of compensation cost associated with the Amended Vendor Agreement, with approximately
$6,000 of compensation cost recognized at the time the Vendor Agreement was modified and an additional compensation cost of approximately
$34,000 was recognized as incremental compensation cost resulting from the modification of the award. As of December 31, 2025 and
2024, $40,000 was recorded as a component of accrued expenses associated with the Company’s obligations for the services received
under this agreement.
Note 13 — Commitments and Contingencies
Indemnification Agreements: The
Company enters into contractual relationships that contain indemnification provisions in its normal course of business with other parties.
The Company may agree to hold other parties harmless against specific losses, such as those that could arise from a breach of representation,
covenant, or third party infringement claims. It may not be possible to determine the maximum potential amount of liability under such
indemnification agreements due to the unique facts and circumstances that are like to be involved in each particular claim and indemnification
provision. Historically, there have been no such indemnification claims. Management believes any liability arising from these agreements
will not be material to the Company’s consolidated financial statements.
Legal Matters: The
Company may periodically become involved in legal proceedings, legal actions, and claims arising in the normal course of business, including
proceedings relating to intellectual property, safety and health, employment and other matters. Management believes that the outcome of
such legal proceedings, legal actions, and claims will not have a significant adverse effect, individually, or in aggregate, on the Company’s
financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Note 14 — Related Party Transactions
The Company has entered into transactions with its
voting member or a company owned solely by its managing member for consulting services, reimbursement of travel expenses incurred on behalf
of the Company, and issuance of twelve unsecured promissory notes receivable.
During the year ended December 31, 2025 and
for the period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, the Company reimbursed its voting member for travel expenses
and corporate expenses incurred on behalf of the Company totaling approximately $219,000 and $369,000, respectively. These amounts are
included in general and administrative expenses on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss. As of
December 31, 2025 and 2024, approximately $3,200 was owed to the Company’s voting member and is included as a component of
accounts payable on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
During the period from February 8, 2024 (inception)
to December 31, 2024, the Company paid a company owned 100% by its voting member for consulting services totaling approximately $63,000.
These amounts are included in general and administrative expenses on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive
loss. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, no amounts were owed to this company. There were no amounts incurred or paid to this company
during the year ended December 31, 2025.
During 2025 and 2024, the Company advanced approximately
$3,145,000 and $3,250,000, respectively, to the Company’s voting member under the Related Party Notes (see Note 7).
On November 26, 2025, the Company entered into
two types of transactions with EMT Asia, a company wholly owned by the Company’s voting member, whereby the Company advanced $1,940,000
pursuant to the EMT Asia Note Receivable (see Note 7) and the Company’s subsidiaries borrowed approximately KRW 695,347,000
(approximately $484,000 as of December 31, 2025) pursuant to the EMT Asia Loans Payable (see Note 9).
F-29
EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 15 — Subsequent Events
On January 5, 2026, subsequent to the balance
sheet date, the Company completed two concurrent transactions: a reverse recapitalization and the acquisition of four operating companies.
These transactions represent non-recognized subsequent events in accordance with ASC 855, Subsequent Events. Accordingly,
the accompanying financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025, do not reflect any effects of these transactions,
and no post-acquisition operating results are included for the period then ended.
Reverse Recapitalization
On January 5, 2026, the Company was legally
acquired by Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp. (“WTMA”), a special purpose acquisition company. For financial accounting
and reporting purposes, this transaction was accounted for as a reverse recapitalization, with the Company being treated as the accounting
acquirer. As a result, the historical financial statements of the Company will become the historical financial statements of the combined
entity, which was renamed Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (“EM&T”).
Acquisition of Korean Operating Companies
Concurrent with the reverse recapitalization on,
January 5, 2026, in exchange for 6,461 shares of the Company and approximately $48.3 million of liabilities incurred to dissenting
shareholders, the Company acquired 100% of the voting equity interests in four Korean operating companies: Handa Lab Co., Ltd. (“Handa
Lab”), KMMI, INC. (“KMMI”), NS World Co., Ltd. (“NS World”), and KCM Industry Co., Ltd. (“KCM”)
(collectively, the “Operating Companies”). The primary purpose for the acquisitions is to build a complete and integrated
global supply chain focused on midstream processing of critical materials, including precious metals, battery metals, magnets &
rare earth elements, and its related products. Descriptions of the Operating Companies are as follows:
- Handa Lab specializes in the manufacturing and sale of intelligent
monitoring systems, machine vision and laser testing systems, data gathering systems;
- KMMI focuses on the production of sintered magnets, using
the NdPr alloy;
- NS World specializes in the production of bonded magnets,
using NdPr alloy; and
- KCM specializes in the manufacturing and sale of neodymium-iron-boron
(“NdFeb”) powder for NdFeb permanent magnets.
The following table summarizes the total estimated
consideration transferred for each acquisition:
in thousands
Handa
Lab
KMMI
NS
World
KCM
Total
Equity
$ 2,702
$ 16,141
$ 6,485
$ 5,423
$ 30,751
Liabilities incurred to dissenting shareholders
4,814
27,951
6,507
9,006
48,278
Total estimated consideration
$ 7,516
$ 44,092
$ 12,992
$ 14,429
$ 79,029
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EVOLUTION METALS, LLC AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Note 15 — Subsequent Events
(cont.)
The following table summarizes the preliminary allocation
of the purchase price to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed. The initial accounting for this business combination is incomplete
as the Company is still in the process of finalizing the valuation of certain intangible assets, property, plant, and equipment, liabilities
assumed, and obligations incurred to former owners included in consideration. Accordingly, the provisional amounts are subject to change,
and any adjustments are expected to be completed within the one-year measurement period from the acquisition date.
in thousands
Handa
Lab
KMMI
NS
World
KCM
Total
Total estimated consideration
$ 7,516
$ 44,092
$ 12,992
$ 14,429
$ 79,029
Less: Net assets acquired
Historical net assets (liabilities)
353
(58 )
(1,710 )
(976 )
(2,391 )
Liabilities not assumed
81
471
110
152
813
Intangible assets (FV Step-up)
3,981
340
1,620
940
6,881
Property, plant and equipment (FV Step-up)
38
(308 )
21
(147 )
(396 )
Deferred tax liabilities (assets)
(804 )
(7 )
(328 )
(159 )
(1,297 )
Total identifiable net assets
3,649
439
(287 )
(190 )
3,610
Preliminary goodwill
$ 3,867
$ 43,653
$ 13,279
$ 14,619
$ 75,419
The goodwill is attributable to expected strategic
synergies and the value of the assembled workforces. The amount of goodwill expected to be deductible for tax purposes has not yet been
determined.
Acquisition-related transaction costs of approximately
$2.1 million, comprised of legal, advisory, and accounting fees, were expensed as incurred and are not included as a component of
consideration transferred. Separately, the Company capitalized approximately $9.3 million in equity issuance costs, which will be
reclassified to additional paid-in capital as a reduction of proceeds from the reverse recapitalization.
The following unaudited pro forma financial information
presents the combined results of the Company and the Operating Companies as if the reverse acquisition and the acquisition of the Operating
Companies had all occurred on January 1, 2025. This pro forma information is for informational purposes only and is not necessarily
indicative of the results of operations that would have occurred had the acquisitions been completed on that date, nor is it indicative
of future results.
Year Ended
December 31,
(Unaudited)
in thousands
2025
2024
Pro Forma Revenue
$ 6,833
$ 6,581
Pro Forma Net Loss
$ (22,941 )
$ (63,642 )
On February 24, 2026, the Company and the voting
member of the Company entered into another unsecured promissory notes in the amount of $475,000.
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EX-99.3 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF KCM FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-99.3
Filename: ea028354901ex99-3.htm · Sequence: 13
Exhibit
99.3
KCM
INDUSTRY CO., LTD. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Page
Audited
Financial Statements of KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd. as of and for each of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
Report
of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2025
F-2
Report
of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2024
F-3
Balance
Sheets
F-5
Statements
of Operations
F-7
Statements
of Comprehensive Loss
F-8
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ (Deficit) Equity
F-9
Statements
of Cash Flows
F-10
Notes
to the Financial Statements
F-11
F-1
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED
PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and
Stockholders of KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying balance sheet
of KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd. (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2025, and the related statement of operations and comprehensive
loss for the year ended December 31, 2025, and statement of cash flows and changes in stockholders’ deficit for the year then ended,
and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present
fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2025, and the results of its operations and
its cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2025, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States
of America.
Substantial Doubt About the Company’s
Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The accompanying financial statements have been
prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the financial statements, the Company’s
decline in sales associated with the business and net loss and negative cash flows from operations in the current period raise substantial
doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s evaluation of the events and conditions, and management’s
plans regarding those matters, are also described in Note 1. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result
from the outcome of this uncertainty.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility
of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our
audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required
to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations
of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the
standards of the PCAOB and in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require
that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement,
whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over
financial reporting. As part of our audit, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, but
not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly,
we express no such opinion.
Our audit included performing procedures to assess
the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond
to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
Our audit also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating
the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ GRASSI & CO., CPAs, P.C.
We have served as the Company’s auditor since
2025.
Glastonbury, Connecticut
March 31, 2026
F-2
Report
of Independent Auditors
The Shareholders and Board of Directors
KCM Industry Co., Ltd.
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of KCM
Industry Co., Ltd. (the “Company”), which comprise the balance sheet as of December 31, 2024, and the related statements
of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes
(collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly,
in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024, and the results of its operations and its
cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing
standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described
in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent
of the Company and to meet our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audits.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Substantial Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue
as a Going Concern
The accompanying financial statements have been
prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1(3) to the financial statements,
the Company has incurred a net loss, has a negative working capital, and has stated that these events or conditions indicate that a material
uncertainty exists that casts significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans
in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1(3). The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result
from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and
fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of
America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of
financial statements that are free of material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, management
is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Company’s
ability to continue as a going concern for one year after the date that the financial statements are available to be issued.
F-3
Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial
Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance
about whether the financial statements as a whole are free of material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s
report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not
a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not
detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery,
intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial
likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial
statements.
In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS,
we:
●
Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
●
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform
audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures
in the financial statements.
●
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances,
but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion
is expressed.
●
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management,
as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.
●
Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the
Company’s ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.
We are required to communicate with those charged
with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal
control-related matters that we identified during the audit.
/s/ Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul, the Republic of Korea
April 21, 2025
F-4
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Balance Sheets
As of December 31, 2025, and 2024
(in US dollars)
Notes
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
1
$ 47,964
4,541
Trade accounts receivable (Related party)
2,3,19
694,885
295,000
Non-trade account receivable
4
17,423
—
Non-trade account receivable (Related party)
4,19
—
153,000
Inventories
5
427,433
1,494,851
Prepaids and other current assets
1
3,362
10,022
Total current assets
1,191,067
1,957,414
Property, plant and equipment, net
7,8,9
2,698,298
2,599,386
Other non-current assets
1
5,874
17,007
Total non-current assets
2,704,172
2,616,393
Total assets
$ 3,895,239
4,573,807
Liabilities and Stockholders’ (deficit) equity
Liabilities:
Trade accounts payable
$ 47,535
53,700
Non-trade accounts payable
109,468
95,920
Short-term debt
9
300,718
278,911
Short-term debt (Related party)
9,19
575,650
436,055
Current portion of long-term debt
9
368,074
253,306
Derivative liabilities
6
151,661
—
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
8
22,663
13,948
Current portion of defined severance benefits
16
109,184
55,218
Other current liabilities
44,823
15,955
Total current liabilities
1,729,776
1,203,013
Long-term debt
9
1,857,899
2,053,776
Convertible debt
6,10
—
882,236
Defined severance benefits
16
93,466
64,972
Long-term taxes payable
13
33,135
30,378
Finance lease liabilities
8
47,011
45,200
Total non-current liabilities
2,031,511
3,076,562
Total liabilities
3,761,287
4,279,575
F-5
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Balance Sheets — (Continued)
As of December 31, 2025, and 2024
(in US dollars)
Notes
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Mezzanine equity:
Redeemable convertible preferred stock
1,106,583
—
Total mezzanine equity
1,106,583
—
Stockholders’ (deficit) equity:
Common stock, KRW 5,000 par value. Authorized 1,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 20,000 shares as of December 31, 2025, and 2024
15
73,174
73,174
Retained earnings (Accumulated deficit)
(921,048 )
303,915
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(124,757 )
(82,857 )
Total (deficit) equity
(972,631 )
294,232
Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ (deficit) equity
$ 3,895,239
4,573,807
See
accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-6
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Statements of Operations
For the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024
(in US dollars)
Notes
2025
2024
Net revenues
2
$ 995
672
Net revenues (Related party)
2,19
1,298,956
115,324
Total net revenues
1,299,951
115,996
Cost of sales
(1,747,812 )
(961,893 )
Gross loss
(447,861 )
(845,897 )
Other operating income
14
—
61,718
Other operating expense
14
—
(8,092 )
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
(360,540 )
(493,427 )
Operating loss
(808,401 )
(1,285,698 )
Other income
19
43,359
4,539
Other expense
19
(733 )
(2,359 )
Interest income
2,586
2,016
Interest expense
(110,205 )
(116,486 )
Interest expense(Related party)
19
(24,050 )
(10,159 )
Gain on foreign currency
4,024
20,258
Loss on foreign currency
(12,221 )
—
Loss on derivatives
(153,013 )
—
Gain on financial instruments
72,536
—
Loss on financial instruments
6,10
(252,390 )
(141,146 )
Loss before tax
(1,238,508 )
(1,529,035 )
Income tax expense
11
2,032
1,741
Loss for the year
$ (1,240,540 )
(1,530,776 )
See
accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-7
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Statements of Comprehensive Loss
For the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024
(in US dollars)
Notes
2025
2024
Loss for the year
$ (1,240,540 )
(1,530,776 )
Other comprehensive loss:
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax
(22,020 )
(126,360 )
Actuarial (loss) gain on defined severance benefits, net of tax
16
(19,880 )
58,646
Total other comprehensive loss
(41,900 )
(67,714 )
Total comprehensive loss
$ (1,282,440 )
(1,598,490 )
See
accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-8
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ (Deficit) Equity
For the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024
(in US dollars)
Common
stock
Additional
paid-in
capital
Accumulated
other
comprehensive
income (loss)
Retained
earnings
Total
stockholders’
equity
Balances at January 1, 2024
$ 73,174
—
(15,143 )
1,834,691
1,892,722
Loss for the year
—
—
—
(1,530,776 )
(1,530,776 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax
—
—
(126,360 )
—
(126,360 )
Actuarial gain on defined severance benefits, net of tax
—
—
58,646
—
58,646
Balances at December 31, 2024
$ 73,174
—
(82,857 )
303,915
294,232
Balances at January 1, 2025
$ 73,174
—
(82,857 )
303,915
294,232
Loss for the year
—
—
—
(1,240,540 )
(1,240,540 )
Accretion of redeemable preferred stock to redemption value
—
—
—
15,577
15,577
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax
—
—
(22,020 )
—
(22,020 )
Actuarial loss on defined severance benefits, net of tax
—
—
(19,880 )
—
(19,880 )
Balances at December 31, 2025
$ 73,174
—
(124,757 )
(921,048 )
(972,631 )
See
accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-9
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Statements of Cash Flow
For the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024
(In US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash flows from operating activities
Loss for the year
$ (1,240,540 )
(1,530,776 )
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash (used in) provided by operating activities:
Inventory write-down adjustment
219,010
827,538
Depreciation and amortization
140,965
141,471
Interest expenses
4,272
10,145
Income taxes
2,032
1,741
Pension benefits provision
72,040
96,791
Loss on derivatives
153,013
—
Loss on valuation of financial instrument
252,390
141,146
Miscellaneous Loss
—
813
Loss on Foreign Exchange Translation
12,221
—
Gain on Disposal of Financial Instrument
(72,536 )
—
Gain on Foreign Exchange Translation
—
(20,258 )
Interest Income
(2,542 )
(1,967 )
Non-cash others
(6,389 )
8,771
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable
(396,169 )
351,911
Non-trade account receivable
(3,754 )
(5,613 )
Inventories
895,794
(730,418 )
Prepaids and other current assets
1,081
(827 )
Trade accounts payable
(7,545 )
20,977
Non-trade accounts payable
11,301
(13,269 )
Defined severance benefits and other
(7,031 )
(35,924 )
Income taxes payable
45
18,420
Other current liabilities
28,731
(15,678 )
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
56,389
(735,006 )
Cash flows from investing activities
Proceeds from Short-term financial instruments
—
168,624
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant, and equipment
7
—
59,238
Acquisitions of property, plant, and equipment
(1,020 )
(47,655 )
Acquisition of Short-term financial instruments
—
(29,326 )
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities:
(1,020 )
150,881
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from short-term borrowings
15,117
43,989
Proceeds from short-term borrowings (Related party)
256,641
539,597
Repayment of short-term borrowings (Related party)
(126,563 )
(69,649 )
Repayment of long-term borrowings
(138,769 )
(6,298 )
Payment of lease liabilities
(17,817 )
(25,017 )
Repayment of convertible bonds
(281 )
—
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities:
$ (11,672 )
482,622
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
(274 )
(6,506 )
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
43,697
(101,503 )
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
4,541
112,550
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
$ 47,964
4,541
See
accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-10
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
1.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(1)
Description of Business
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd. (the Company), established in 2021, specializes in the manufacture and sale of neodymium-iron-boron (“NdFeb”)
powder for NdFeb permanent magnets. The Company is one of the companies operating NdFeb Powder manufacture in South Korea. The Company
offers diverse types of NdFeb Powder with different magnetic characteristics. The Company is headquartered in Gunsan, South Korea and
production takes place at headquarter.
(2)
Basis of Presentation
These
financial statements have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) assuming the Company
will continue as a going concern.
(3)
Going Concern
The
going concern assumption contemplates the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However,
substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern exists.
Primarily
due to an incline in sales associated with the business, the Company incurred losses of $1,240,540 for the year ended December 31,
2025. Absent any other action, the Company will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months.
The
Company is evaluating strategies to obtain the required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are
not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing debt or entering other financing arrangements, and restructuring of operations to
grow revenues and decrease expenses. However, upon the economic environment and the Company’s current capability, the Company may
be unable to access future equity or debt financing when needed. As such, there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to
obtain additional liquidity when needed or under acceptable terms, if at all.
The
financial statements do not include any adjustments to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses
that may be necessary if the Company were unable to continue as a going concern.
(4)
Use of Estimates
The
preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the
reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant
items subject to such estimates and assumptions include the useful lives of fixed assets, deferred tax assets, property, plant, and equipment,
inventory, lease liabilities and right-of-use assets, the fair value of convertible debt and derivative liabilities, actuarial valuation of defined severance
benefits obligation, income tax uncertainties, and other contingencies.
(5)
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The
Company considers all highly liquid investments with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
(6)
Allowance for Credit Losses
The
estimate of expected credit losses includes expected recoveries of amounts previously written off as well as amounts expected to be written
off. The estimate of expected credit losses is based on the Company’s historical loss experience, adjusted for current and reasonable
and supportable forecasts of economic conditions and other pertinent factors affecting the Company’s customers such as known credit
risk or industry trends.
F-11
KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
1.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
The
allowance is estimated over the contractual term of the financial asset adjusted for expected prepayments. The contractual term excludes
any extensions, renewals, and modifications, unless the borrower has a contractual option that provides it with the unilateral ability
to extend the maturity date. The Company does not have any off-balance-sheet credit exposures. Subsequent changes (favorable and unfavorable)
in expected credit losses each period are recognized immediately in net income as a credit loss expense or a reversal of credit loss
expense.
Accounts
receivable
The
Company uses an aging schedule to estimate the allowance for credit losses for accounts receivable. This method categorizes receivables
into different groups based on industry and the number of days past due. Past due status is measured based on the number of days
since the payment due date. Receivables are evaluated individually for expected credit losses if they no longer share similar risk characteristics.
The Company determines that the receivables no longer share similar risk characteristic if they are past due balances over 90 days
and over a specified amount. The Company evaluates the collectability of accounts receivable with payments that are more than 90 days
past due on a basis to determine if any are deemed uncollectible. Accounts receivable balances are deemed uncollectible and written off
as a deduction from the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted (see Note 3, 4).
(7)
Trade Accounts Receivable
Trade
accounts receivable is recorded at the invoiced amount, net of an allowance for credit losses and do not bear interest. Amounts collected
on trade accounts receivable are included in net cash provided by operating activities in the statements of cash flows.
(8)
Inventories
Inventories
are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. The cost of inventories is determined by the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method
for raw materials and the weighted average method for work in progress and finished goods. The Company assesses the valuation of inventory
and periodically writes down the value for estimated excess and obsolete inventory based upon assumptions about future demand and market
conditions.
(9)
Revenue Recognition
The
Company only has revenue from customers. The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies performance obligations under the terms of
its contracts, and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects
to receive from its customers in exchange for those products. This process involves identifying the customer contract, determining the
performance obligations in the contract, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction price to the distinct performance
obligations in the contract, and recognizing revenue when the performance obligations have been satisfied. A performance obligation is
considered distinct from other obligations in a contract when it (a) provides a benefit to the customer either on its own or together
with other resources that are readily available to the customer and (b) is separately identified in the contract. The Company considers
a performance obligation satisfied once it has transferred control of a good or product to a customer, meaning the customer has the ability
to direct the use and obtain the benefit of the product.
Shipping
and handling costs associated with outbound freight, after control over a product has transferred to a customer, are accounted for as
a fulfillment cost and are included in a cost of goods sold as incurred.
Taxes
assessed by a government authority that are both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction, that are collected
by the Company from a customer, are excluded from sales.
The Company’s primary
source of revenue is product revenues of Neodymium Powder (NdFeb Powder) for Neodymium Magnet which is used in manufacturing of household
appliances and cars. Contracts with customers generally state the terms of the sale, including the quantity and price of each product
purchased. Payment terms and conditions may vary by contract. Such contracts do not include a significant financing component. In addition,
contracts typically do not contain variable consideration as the contracts include stated prices, as such, no-provision- e.g. rebates
or discounts is not provided. The Company provides an assurance type warranties on all of its products, which are not separate performance
obligations and are outside the scope of Topic 606. There were no loss contingencies related to warranties recorded as of December 31,
2025 and 2024.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
1.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
(10)
Government grants
The
Company receives grants from local government agencies and public institutions in relation to employee compensation and salaries that
are necessary for the Company’s business activities. Government grants are either deducted from the carrying amount of the related
assets or recognized as income when there is reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with the relevant conditions and that
the grant will be received. Government grants related to assets are presented in the statement of balance sheets by deducting the grant
from the carrying amount of the asset. If it is not related to the acquisition of an asset, it can be treated as a grant related to income.
Government grants related to income are presented to other income (presented in operating income) in the statement of profit or loss.
The Company recognized no income-related grants for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to $61,718 recognized for the year
ended December 31, 2024. There were no asset-related grants that the Company recognized in 2025 and 2024.
There
is no comprehensive accounting standard under GAAP specifically addressing government grants received by for-profit entities. In the
absence of such guidance, the Company has elected to apply an accounting policy by analogy to IAS 20, Accounting for Government Grants
and Disclosure of Government Assistance, which is commonly accepted in practice under GAAP. The Company believes that this policy
appropriately reflects the economic substance of the transactions and enhances comparability with other industry participants.
(11)
Property, Plant, and Equipment
Property,
plant, and equipment are stated at cost. Plant and equipment under finance leases are stated at the present value of the lease payments.
Depreciation
on plant and equipment is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The estimated useful
life of buildings is 40 years, while the estimated useful lives of machinery and equipment is 8 years. Furthermore, the estimated
useful life of vehicles is 5 years, and that of furniture and fixtures is 8 years.
Once
an asset is identified for retirement or disposition, the related cost and accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed, and
a gain or loss is recorded in other income or expense in the statement of operations.
(12)
Leases
The
Company has entered into various finance lease agreements for transportation equipment, apartment and office equipment. The Company determines
if an arrangement is a lease, or contains a lease, at inception, and records the leases in our financial statements upon lease commencement,
which is the date when the underlying asset is made available for use by the lessor.
The
Company has lease agreements with lease and non-lease components and has elected to utilize the practical expedient to account for lease
and non-lease components together as a single combined lease component.
The
Company has elected not to present short-term leases on the balance sheets if the lease term is 12 months or less at lease inception
and the leases do not contain purchase options or renewal terms that the Company are reasonably certain to exercise. All other lease
assets and lease liabilities are recognized based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term at commencement date. When
determining lease terms, the Company factors in options to extend or terminate leases when it is reasonably certain that the Company
will exercise that option. For certain leases we account for the lease and non-lease components as a single lease component.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
1.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
Finance
lease assets and lease liabilities are recognized based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term at commencement date.
As most of the leases do not provide an implicit rate, the Company uses an incremental borrowing rate based on the information available
at commencement date in determining the present value of future payments.
Depreciation
expenses for finance lease assets are recognized over the lease term and classified as cost of sales or selling, general, and administrative
expenses depending on the nature of the leased asset. Interest expenses on finance lease liabilities are recognized as interest expenses
in the statement of income over the lease term.
(13)
Equipment Maintenance Activities
The
Company incurs maintenance costs on its major equipment. Repair and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
(14)
Other Assets
Prepaids,
other current assets and other non-current assets consist of advanced payments, prepaid expenses, prepaid VAT, income tax assets, and
leasehold deposits.
(15)
Research and Development and Advertising
Research
and development and advertising costs are expensed as incurred. There were no research and development expenses, nor advertising and
promotion expenses incurred in both 2024 and 2025.
(16)
Income Taxes
Income
taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method.
Deferred
tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement
carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards.
Deferred
tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those
temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.
The
effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment
date. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is more likely
than not that sufficient taxable income will be available to realize the related tax benefits.
The
Company recognizes and measures uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return utilizing a two-step
process.
In
the first step, recognition, we determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination,
including resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position.
The
second step addresses measurement of a tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not criteria. The tax position is measured at the
largest amount of benefit that has a likelihood of greater than 50% of being realized upon ultimate settlement.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU
No. 2023-09, Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (Topic 740). The ASU requires disaggregated information about a reporting company’s
effective tax rate reconciliation as well as additional information on income taxes paid. The ASU became effective on a prospective basis
for the Company for the year-end December 31, 2025. The effect of ASU 2023-09 is reflected in Note 12. Management has concluded that the
adoption of this standard will not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
1.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
(17)
Defined Severance Benefits
The
Company has a defined severance benefits plan covering all employees upon their retirement according to the Retirement Benefit Security
Act of Korea. Eligible employees with one or more years of service are entitled to severance payments upon the termination
of their employment based on their length of service and pay rate. The Company recognizes defined severance benefits obligation in the
balance sheets with a corresponding adjustment to Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss). The obligations are measured
annually, or more frequently if there is a remeasurement event, based on the measurement date utilizing various actuarial assumptions
and methodologies. The Company uses certain assumptions including, but not limited to, the discount rates, salary growth rates, and certain
employee-related factors, such as turnover, retirement age and mortality. The Company uses the discount rate based on observations of
relevant high-quality corporate bonds in the market. The Company reviews actuarial assumptions and makes modifications to the assumptions
based on current rates and trends when appropriate. The Company has adopted an amortization approach and the net cumulative gain or loss
at the beginning of the period in excess of the corridor is amortized into net periodic benefit cost on a straight-line basis over the
expected average remaining service period of the employees participating in the plan.
(18)
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived
assets, such as property, plant, and equipment subject to amortization, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances
indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If circumstances require a long-lived asset or asset group be tested
for possible impairment, the Company first compares undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by that asset or asset group to
its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of the long-lived asset or asset group is not recoverable on an undiscounted cash flow basis,
an impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds its fair value. Fair value is determined through various
valuation techniques including discounted cash flow models, quoted market values and third-party independent appraisals, as considered
necessary.
(19)
Commitments and Contingencies
Liabilities
for loss contingencies arising from claims, assessments, litigation, fines, and penalties and other sources are recorded when it is probable
that a liability has been incurred and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Legal fees incurred in connection with loss contingencies
are expensed as incurred.
(20)
Fair Value Measurements
The
Company measured the convertible debt and derivative liabilities using fair value options. The Company’s convertible debt has complex
provisions, so we believe measuring them at fair value could better explain the characteristics of the financial instrument.
The
Company uses valuation approaches that maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent
possible. The Company determines fair value based on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability
in the principal or most advantageous market. When considering market participant assumptions in fair value measurements, the following
fair value hierarchy distinguishes between observable and unobservable inputs, which are categorized in one of the following levels (see
Note 6):
●
Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in
active markets for identical assets or liabilities accessible to the reporting entity at the measurement date.
●
Level 2: Other than quoted prices included
in Level 1 inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the
asset or liability.
●
Level 3: Unobservable inputs for the
asset or liability used to measure fair value to the extent that observable inputs are not available, thereby allowing for situations
in which there is little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability at measurement date.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
1.
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
(21)
Foreign Currency
The
functional currency of the Company is the Korean Won. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency
of the Company at the exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. Transaction gains and losses are included in “Gain/Loss
on foreign currency” in the statements of operations. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated
into the functional currency at the exchange rate at the reporting date, which are included in the “Effect of exchange rate changes
on cash and cash equivalents” in the Statements of Cash Flows.
Assets
and liabilities of the Company are translated into U.S. dollars, the reporting currency, at the exchange rate in effect at the end
of each period. Revenue and expenses for the Company are translated into U.S. dollars using average rates that approximate those
in effect during the period. Currency translation adjustments are included in “Accumulated other comprehensive loss,”
a separate component of Stockholders’ (deficit)
equity.
(22)
New Accounting Standards and Interpretations Not Yet Adopted
Income
Statement (Topic 220) Reporting Comprehensive Income — Expense Disaggregation Disclosures
In
November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, which becomes effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15,
2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027. The standard requires to disclose disaggregated
information about certain income statement expense line items. The Company does not expect the standard to have a material effect on
its financial statements and has begun evaluating disclosure presentation alternatives.
Debt — Debt
with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20)
In
November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-04, which becomes effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15,
2025, and interim periods within annual reporting periods. Early adoption is permitted for entities that have adopted the amendments
in Update 2020-06. The amendments clarify the requirements for determining whether certain settlements of convertible debt instruments
should be accounted for as an induced conversion. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the amendments on its financial statements.
Income
Taxes (Topic 740) — Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures
In
December 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-09, Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (Topic 740). The ASU requires disaggregated
information about a reporting entity’s effective tax rate reconciliation as well as additional information on income taxes paid.
The ASU is effective on a prospective basis for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2025 for non-public business entities.
Early adoption is also permitted for annual financial statements that have not yet been issued or made available for issuance. The Company
does not expect the standard to have a material effect on its financial statements.
The
Company has not early adopted any of the forthcoming new or amended accounting standards in preparing these condensed interim financial
statements.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
2.
Significant Risks and Uncertainties Including Business and Credit Concentrations
The
Company manufactures Neodymium Powder (NdFeb Powder) for Neodymium Magnet which is used in manufacturing of household appliances and
cars. The Company’s main products are NdFeb bonded powders with different types of magnetic characteristics.
The
Company’s operating segment is a single segment and composes of NdFeb Powder manufacturing segment, and as of the end of the reporting
period, assets, and liabilities of the segment are the same as the attached financial statements.
The
following table disaggregates revenue by category.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Revenue by category
Finished goods(*1)
$ 1,298,956
72,582
Merchandise & Others(*2)
995
43,414
(*1)
Revenue from sales of NdFeb Powder
(*2)
Revenue other than sales of NdFeb Powder such as sales of rare
earth raw materials, other raw materials, etc.
Domestic
sales are approximately $1,299,951 (or 100% of total net revenue) and export sales are approximately $0 (or 0% of total net revenue)
in 2025. Domestic sales are approximately $73,254 (or 63.2% of total net revenue) in 2024.
Sales
to a small number of major customers account for the majority of the Company’s total net revenue. The Company is making efforts
to gain new customers by continuously expanding its sales activities not only to domestic magnet manufactures but also to overseas NdFeb
Magnet manufactures.
The
following table disaggregates trade accounts receivable by major customers.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Trade accounts receivable by customers
NS World Co., Ltd.
$ 694,885
295,000
Sales
to one direct customer, NS World Co., Ltd., one of the Company’s related parties (See note 19) represented 99.9% ($1,298,956) and
62.6% ($72,582) of total revenue in 2025, and 2024, respectively. In addition, equipment installation service provided to GCM VINA, represented
36.8% ($42,742) of total revenue in 2024.
3.
Trade Accounts Receivable
As
of December 31, 2025, and 2024, the Company’s trade accounts receivable is attributable entirely to related parties (refer
to Note 19). There was no effect in allowance for credit losses for trade accounts receivable.
4.
Non-trade account receivable
The
Company disaggregates the non-trade account receivable by type of financing receivable when assessing and monitoring risk and performance
of the entire portfolio. Non-trade account receivable consists of accrued revenue and non-trade receivable, which are unsecured.
There
was no allowance for credit losses related to non-trade account receivable recorded as of December 31, 2025, and 2024.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
5.
Inventories
Details
of Inventories as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Merchandise
$ 23,619
22,109
Raw materials
74,907
87,879
Work in process
518,128
349,210
Write-down of work in process
(365,715 )
(156,832 )
Work in process, net
152,413
192,378
Finished goods
363,007
1,810,909
Write-down of finished goods
(186,513 )
(618,424 )
Finished goods, net
176,494
1,192,485
Total
$ 427,433
1,494,851
The
amount of cost from write-down of inventories for the year ended December 31, 2025 is $552,228 and the write-down of inventories
recorded for the year ended December 31, 2024 is $775,256. The write-down recognized at the cost of sales is $219,010, and the write-down
recognized at the deduction of inventory assets is $223,028. The difference is due to a decrease in valuation allowance resulting from
increased sales of goods and the difference in the exchange rate applied.
6.
Fair Value Measurements
(1)
Fair value represents the price that would be received to sell
an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Fair value measurements
are reported in one of three levels reflecting the significant inputs used to determine fair value.
Level 1 —
Observable
inputs that reflect unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets as of the reporting date.
Level 2 —
Observable market-based
inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data. These are inputs other than quoted prices in active markets included
in Level 1, which are either directly or indirectly observable as of the reporting date.
Level 3 —
Unobservable inputs
that are not corroborated by market data and may be used with internally developed methodologies that result in management’s
best estimate of fair value.
(2)
The following summarizes our financial liabilities that are measured at fair value:
(in US dollars)
Classification
Measurement
Level
2025
2024
Convertible debt
Financial liabilities
Level 3
$ —
882,236
Dissenting shareholder appraisal rights
Derivative liabilities
Level 3
151,661
—
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
6.
Fair Value Measurements (cont.)
(3)
The following
table summarizes changes in the convertible debt and dissenting shareholder appraisal rights during 2025 and 2024:
Convertible debts
Dissenting shareholder
appraisal rights
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
2025
2024
Balance as of January 1
$ 882,236
856,497
-
-
Loss in fair value
252,390
141,146
153,013
-
Gain on extinguishment of Debt
(72,536 )
-
-
-
Repayment
(281 )
-
-
-
Conversion to redeemable convertible preferred stocks
(1,091,448 )
-
-
-
Changes in foreign currency translation
29,639
(115,407 )
(1,352 )
-
Balance as of December 31
-
882,236
151,661
-
1)
The
change in fair value of the convertible debt resulted in a loss of $252,390 and $141,146 for the year ended December 31, 2025, and December
31, 2024, which was recognized in the statements of operations within loss on financial instruments. Convertible debts were converted
to redeemable convertible preferred stocks during the year ended December 31, 2025.
2)
As
of December 31, 2025, the Company’s derivative liability related to dissenting shareholder appraisal rights (“DSAR put option”)
is classified as Level 3 within the fair value hierarchy due to the use of significant unobservable inputs. The change in fair value
of the DSAR put option resulted in a loss of $153,013 for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was recognized in the statements of
operations within loss on derivatives.
(4)
Convertible
debts
1)
The
Company estimated the fair value of convertible debts using the Tsiveriotis-Fernandes model with strip and bootstrapping method. The
fair value is estimated using Level 3 inputs based on Stock price volatility of similar listed companies.
2)
Quantitative
information as of December 31, 2024 for the significant unobservable inputs of convertible debts used to value the company’s liabilities
measured at fair value:
Unobservable Inputs
Assumptions
Factors
December 31, 2024
Volatility
Mean of the annual volatility of proxy companies
45.80 %
Risk neutrality probability, max
Dynamic hedge for each node
47.80 %
As of December 31, 2025, there were no liabilities required to be measured
at fair value.
3)
For
the fair value of the convertible debts, reasonably possible changes at the reporting date to one of the significant unobservable inputs,
holding other inputs constant, would have the following effects in the statement of profit or loss.
2025
2024
(in US dollars)
Increase
Decrease
Increase
Decrease
Volatility of underlying stock price (+/-10%p)
$ -
-
(45,574 )
31,791
Underlying stock price (+/- 5%p)
-
-
(33,422 )
42,079
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
6.
Fair Value Measurements (cont.)
(5)
DSAR put option
The DSAR put option represents a freestanding
financial instrument that provides dissenting shareholders with the right to require the Company to repurchase their shares at a predetermined
price, contingent on closing of the Share Exchange Agreement described in Note 15.
The fair value of the DSAR put option
is determined using a valuation model based on the difference between:
1) the present value of the expected cash settlement amount (including statutory interest), and
2) the present value of the underlying share value to be received in a share exchange transaction
The valuation incorporates significant
assumptions, including:
1) expected cash settlement value based on contractual terms and statutory interest rates
2) estimated fair value of the Company’s shares
3) probability of occurrence of the underlying transaction
4) discount rates reflecting the time value of money
Due to the use of significant unobservable inputs, the DSAR put option
is classified as a Level 3 financial liability.
(6)
The carrying amounts of our financial instruments, including cash and
cash equivalents, accounts receivable, commercial paper notes, accounts payable and accrued expenses, approximate fair value due to their
short maturities.
7.
Property, plant and equipment
Details
of property, plant and equipment as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 are as follows:
Useful
Initial Cost
Carrying Amount
(in US dollars)
Lives
2025
2024
2025
2024
Land(*1)
—
$ 1,143,914
1,116,600
1,143,914
1,116,600
Buildings, structures and related equipment(*1)
40
991,073
967,409
908,482
910,975
Machinery and equipment(*1)
8
550,979
537,823
310,221
370,041
Vehicles
5
30,901
30,163
11,411
17,172
Furniture and fixtures
8
117,813
114,014
77,354
88,896
Construction in progress
168,204
20,408
168,205
20,408
Finance lease right-of-use assets
2 – 5
131,410
104,319
78,711
75,294
Total
$ 3,134,294
2,890,736
2,698,298
2,599,386
(*1)
As of December 31, 2025, land, buildings, machinery, and
equipment have been provided as security (with a secured amount of $3,052,478) for long-term debt. The contractual secured amount is
set at 120% of the credit line agreed with Industrial Bank of Korea and Shinhan Bank (refer to Note 9, 18).
Total
depreciation for the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024 were $140,965 and $141,471, respectively.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
8.
Leases
The
Company has finance leases for certain transportation equipment, apartment and office equipment. Finance lease assets and liabilities
are included in property, plant and equipment and finance lease liabilities, respectively, on the balance sheets.
The
Company also has several non-cancellable short-term leases, primarily for an apartment used as dormitories for employees that expire
in 12 months.
The
Company’s leases generally do not include termination options for either party to the lease or restrictive financial or other covenants.
Payments due under the lease contracts include fixed payments only. The Company also elected to discount all lease liabilities using
an incremental borrowing rate.
The
components of lease expense for the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Finance lease expense:
Depreciation of right-of-use assets
$ 25,388
19,645
Interest on lease liabilities
6,981
6,188
Sub-total
32,369
25,833
Short-term lease expense
6,218
12,898
Total
$ 38,587
38,731
Amounts
presented in the balance sheets as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Finance Leases:
Finance lease right-of-use assets
$ 131,410
104,319
Less: Accumulated amortization assets
(52,699 )
(29,025 )
Property, plant and equipment, net
$ 78,711
75,294
Long-term finance lease liabilities
$ 47,011
45,200
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
22,663
13,948
Total
$ 69,674
59,148
Other
information related to leases as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Cash used in operations for finance leases
$ 24,798
25,017
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Finance leases
$ 24,539
35,360
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Finance leases
3.14 years
2.78 years
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
8.
Leases (cont.)
Maturities
of lease liabilities under noncancellable leases as of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
Finance
leases
2026
$ 28,676
2027
25,274
2028
16,262
2029
8,101
2030
2,215
Total undiscounted lease payments
80,528
Less imputed interest
(10,854 )
Total lease liabilities
$ 69,674
9.
Debt
(1) Short-Term
debt
Details
of carrying amounts of short-term debts as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Maturity Date
Interest rate
(%)
Borrowing
Limit
2025
2024
Sep. 2026
4.6
436,267 (*1)
$ 436,267
436,055
Jun. 2026
4.6
41,815
41,815
40,816
Mar. 2026
0.0
14,984
14,984
—
May. 2026
6.0
139,383
139,383
—
Oct. 2026
9.5
243,919
243,919
238,095
Total short-term debt
$ 876,368
714,966
(*1)
This represents working capital loan borrowed from the Company’s
CEO and employees.
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KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
9.
Debt (cont.)
(2)
Current portion of long-term debt
Details
of carrying amounts of current portion of long-term debts as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Description(*1)
Maturity Date
Interest
Rate (%)
Borrowing
Limit
2025
2024
Operating Funds Loan
Oct. 2026
12.0
$ 139,383
$ 121,960
136,054
Operating Funds Loan
Jan. 2026 – Dec. 2026
2.87
69,691
23,165
22,612
Operating Funds Loan
Jan. 2026 – Dec. 2026
2.92
348,456
116,077
94,640
Facility Funds Loan
Aug. 2026 – Dec. 2026
2.54 – 3.61
1,533,208
106,872
—
Total current portion of long-term debt
368,074
253,306
(*1)
The debt has been classified as current portion of long-term
debt because it matures less than 12 months.
(3)
Long-Term Debt
Details
of carrying amounts of long-term debt as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Description
Maturity Date
Interest
Rate
(%)
Borrowing
Limit
2025
2024
Facility Funds Loan(*1, 2, 3)
Sep. 2027 – Jul. 2030
3.61
$ 1,533,208
$ 1,184,752
1,156,463
Facility Funds Loan(*1, 2, 3)
Mar. 2027 – Sep. 2032
2.54
627,221
627,221
612,245
Operating Funds Loan(*1)
Oct. 2026
12.0
139,383
121,960
136,054
Operating Funds Loan
Sep. 2027
2.87
69,691
40,539
62,184
Operating Funds Loan
Feb. 2028
2.92
348,456
251,501
340,136
Total principal long-term debt
$ 2,225,973
2,307,082
Less: current portion of long-term debt
(368,074 )
(253,306 )
Total long-term debt
$ 1,857,899
2,053,776
(*1)
In December 2025, the Company provided property, plant
and equipment, (net book value: $2,242,777, secured amount: $3,052,478) as security in relation to this loan. The contractual secured
amount is set at 120% of the credit line agreed with Industrial Bank of Korea and Shinhan Bank (refer to Note 7, 18).
(*2)
In December 2025, the Company was provided guarantees
from the representative director (with a guarantee amount of $373,765) in relation to this loan (refer to Note 18).
(*3)
In December 2025, the Company established pledge fire
insurance claims (with a pledge amount of $1,789,343).
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
9.
Debt (cont.)
(4)
Future principal payments for long-term debt as of December 31,
2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2026
$ 368,073
2027
525,423
2028
411,318
2029
391,972
2030
320,113
Thereafter
209,074
Total
$ 2,225,973
10.
Convertible Debt
(1)
Details of carrying amounts of the convertible debt as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Maturity Date
Interest rate
(%)
2025
2024
Sep. 2027 – Jun. 2030
0.25
—
882,236
(2)
Descriptive information of the Convertible debt
In
June 2023, the Company issued $696,931 in par value of unsecured convertible debt due 2030.
Upon
the issuance of convertible debt, the Company measured the convertible debt using fair value options. The Company’s convertible
debt has complex provisions, so the Company believes measuring them at fair value could better explain the characteristics of the financial
instrument. The change in fair value of the convertible debt resulted in a loss of $252,390 for the year ended December 31, 2025,
which was recognized as loss on valuation of financial instruments in the statements of operations.
The
lender has the tag-along right, if the CEO intends to dispose of his holdings.
(3)
Terms of the Convertible debt
The
details of the Company’s convertible debt are as follows:
Category
Details
Issuance
date
June 21, 2023
Issuance
amount
1,000,000,000 KRW (equivalent
to $696,913)
Coupon
rate
Annual 0.25%
Guaranteed
maturity interest rate
Annual 3.00%
Repayment
terms
Repayment in 3-year
installments after 4-year grace period
Types
of securities to be issued upon conversion
Redeemable convertible
preferred stocks (RCPS)
Conversion
price
600,000 KRW (equivalent
to $418)
Conversion
ratio
1,666 shares per total
face amount, cash repayment for odd lots
Conversion
period
From the day following
the bond issuance date to the bond maturity date
Adjustment
of conversion ratio
Standard anti-dilution
provisions. In the case of a listing or a backdoor listing, if the recent conversion price is less than 70% of the offering price
or market price, the conversion price will be adjusted to 70% of the offering price or market price.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
10.
Convertible Debt (cont.)
(4)
Conversion
On
April 14, 2025, Convertible bonds were converted into 1,666 shares of RCPS upon the exercise of conversion rights by Korea SMEs
and Startups Agency.
11.
Redeemable convertible preferred stock
(1)
Descriptive information of the redeemable convertible preference
stock
On
April 14, 2025, Convertible bonds were converted into 1,666 shares of RCPS upon the exercise of conversion rights by Korea SMEs
and Startups Agency. The redeemable convertible preferred stock is contingently redeemable in cash at the holder’s option. Because
the shares are redeemable for cash at the holder’s option and such redemption is outside the Company’s control, the Company
has classified the redeemable convertible preferred stock as mezzanine equity.
(2)
Terms of the redeemable convertible preferred stock
The
details of the Company’s redeemable convertible preferred stock to be issued due to exercise of conversion rights are as follows:
Category
Details
Voting
rights
1 voting right, same
as common stock
Duration
From the day following
the issuance date until 10 years later
Types
of securities to be issued upon conversion
Common stocks
Conversion
Ratio
1 preferred share to
1 common share (certain adjustments may apply based on the IPO offering price)
Conversion
Period
From the day following
the issuance date until 10 years later (Subsequently automatically converted to common stock)
Adjustment
of conversion ratio
standard anti-dilution
provisions In the case of a listing, if the conversion price of RCPS is less than 70% of the offering price, the conversion ratio
will be adjusted to 1/0.7 (about 1.43) shares per RCPS
1,666 shares per total
face amount, cash repayment for odd lots
Redemption
Guaranteed Yield
3.00%, annual
Redemption
Claimable Period
From the day following
the issuance date to 10 years after the lapse of 3 years
Dividends
participating cumulative,
annual 1%
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
12.
Income Taxes
We
are subject to income taxation through primarily in Republic of Korea.
(1)
The components of income tax expense were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Current taxes
Korea
$ 2,032
1,741
Deferred taxes
Korea
—
—
Income tax expense
$ 2,032
1,741
(2)
The components of loss before income taxes are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Korea
$ (1,238,508 )
(1,529,035 )
(3)
Differences between the provision at the local statutory rate
and the provision recorded at the level are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Taxes computed at the local statutory rate
$ (136,236 )
(151,374 )
Differences resulting from:
Other non-deductible expense
(79,130 )
5,967
Tax credit
4,407
(9,661 )
Change in valuation allowance
212,270
135,178
Provision for uncertain tax position
2,032
1,716
True-up
—
19,890
Other
(1,311 )
25
Income tax (benefit) expense
$ 2,032
1,741
Effective tax rate
—
—
(4)
The income tax effects of temporary differences that give rise
to significant portions of the deferred income tax assets and deferred income tax liabilities were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Deferred tax assets:
Accrued vacation
$ 2,489
2,705
Lease liabilities
7,664
5,856
Accrued payable
3,660
1,188
Prepaids and other current assets
1,588
1,772
Convertible debt
—
19,995
Defined severance benefits
29,605
18,344
Write-downs of Inventories
60,727
80,688
Derivative liabilities
135,681
—
Net operating loss
199,476
43,232
Tax credit carry-forward
28,108
31,700
Valuation allowance
(411,372 )
(179,731 )
Total
57,644
25,749
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INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
12.
Income Taxes (cont.)
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Deferred tax liabilities:
Non-trade account receivable
—
(1,861 )
Right-of-use assets
(8,658 )
(7,454 )
Property, plant and equipment
(11,372 )
(9,988 )
Inventory
(30,281 )
Pension plan asset
(7,314 )
(6,446 )
Total
(57,644 )
(25,749 )
Net deferred tax assets
$ —
—
13.
Uncertain Tax Positions
The
changes to the Company’s gross unrecognized tax benefits were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Balance as of January 1
$ 30,378
32,818
Increases in balances related to prior year tax positions(*1)
2,032
2,124
Foreign currency translation adjustment
725
(4,156 )
Other
—
(408 )
Balance as of December 31
$ 33,135
30,378
(*1)
Mainly due to the labor costs of the concurrently engaged personnel
which were subject to R&D tax credit.
14.
Other Operating Income and Expenses
Other
operating income includes government grants and other operating expenses include loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment.
15.
Stockholder’s (Deficit) Equity
The
Company has 1 million shares of authorized stock, and authorizes shares of undesignated preferred stock, the rights, preferences,
and privileges of which may be designated from time to time by our board of directors. The Company has 21,666 shares of authorized stock,
consisting of: (i) 20,000 of common stock, par value KRW5,000 per share, and (ii) 1,666 shares of redeemable convertible preferred
stock, par value KRW5,000 per share, issuable. (Refer to Note 10)
(1)
Common Stock
Holders
of common stock are entitled to one vote per share, and to receive dividends and, upon liquidation or dissolution, are entitled to receive
all assets available for distribution to stockholders.
The
holders have no pre-emptive or other subscription rights, and there is no redemption or sinking fund provisions with respect to such
shares. Common stock is subordinate to the preferred stock with respect to dividend rights and rights upon liquidation, winding up and
dissolution of the Company.
(2)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Accumulated other comprehensive loss is consist of foreign currency translation adjustments and actuarial gain on net liability of defined
benefits. In case of the actuarial gain on liability of defined benefits, it is amortized into net periodic benefits cost on a straight-line
basis over the expected average remaining service period of employees.
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
15.
Stockholder’s Equity (cont.)
(3)
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In
connection with the share exchange transactions contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively,
the “Agreements”), by and among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies
party thereto, shareholders who formally dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share
Exchange EGM”) were granted statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant
to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date
of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal
Shares”). Upon receipt of valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2)
months, provided the Share Exchange remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement
with the Company), after which any unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum.
The repurchase price for Appraisal Shares is determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder
through the Agreements.
Management
accounts for these appraisal rights as a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the
obligation becomes unconditional at merger close. As of December 31, 2025, the fair value of the contingent, freestanding financial
instrument was immaterial.
16.
Defined Severance Benefits
(1)
The following table sets forth the plan’s defined severance
benefits as of December 31, 2025, and 2024. They were recorded in the Company’s balance sheets as defined severance benefits
and represent the total defined severance benefit obligation less the fair value of plan assets.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Current portion of defined severance benefits
$ 175,909
120,543
Plan assets
(66,725 )
(65,325 )
Defined severance benefits
93,466
64,972
Funded Status
$ 202,650
120,190
(2)
The following table summarizes changes in plan’s defined
severance benefits obligation including benefit costs and benefits paid during 2025, and 2024:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Changes in benefit obligation:
Benefit obligation at beginning of year
$ 185,515
169,469
Service costs
72,040
96,791
Interest costs
4,272
3,957
Actual benefit paid
(8,975 )
(3,021 )
Actuarial loss (gain)
12,692
(57,994 )
Foreign currency exchange rate changes
3,831
(23,687 )
Benefit obligation at end of year
$ 269,375
185,515
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INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
16.
Defined Severance Benefits (cont.)
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Changes in plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year
$ 65,325
37,617
Contribution by the employer
7,031
35,924
Return on plan assets
2,542
1,967
Actual benefit paid
(8,975 )
(3,021 )
Actuarial gain
(421 )
157
Administrative cost
(377 )
(183 )
Foreign currency exchange rate changes
1,600
(7,136 )
Fair value of plan assets at end of year
$ 66,725
65,325
The
estimated total contribution for next fiscal year is $33,333.
(3)
Net periodic benefit costs recognized during 2025, and 2024
were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Service costs
$ 72,040
96,791
Interest costs
4,272
3,957
Expected return on plan assets
(2,542 )
(1,967 )
Administrative cost
377
183
Amortization of net actuarial loss
(6,767 )
495
Net periodic benefit costs recognized
$ 67,380
99,459
(4)
The following table summarizes changes in accumulated other
comprehensive loss for defined severance benefits during 2025, and 2024:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Balance at the beginning of the year
$ 37,415
(21,231 )
Net actuarial (loss) gain, net of tax
(13,113 )
58,151
Amortization of accumulated net actuarial (loss) gain
(6,767 )
495
Balance at the end of the year
$ 17,535
37,415
(5)
Weighted-average assumptions used to determine defined severance
benefits obligation for 2025, and 2024 were as follows:
2025
2024
Discount rate applicable to PBOs
3.3 %
3.3 %
Expected rate of return on plan assets
3.4 %
3.0 %
Rate of compensation increase
2.4 %
2.4 %
(6)
The expected maturity analysis of undiscounted defined severance
benefits as of December 31, 2025, and 2024 as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Less than 1 year
$ 123,491
120,543
Between 1 – 2 years
7,529
7,349
Between 2 – 5 years
11,324
11,053
Over 5 years
78,296
76,427
Total
$ 220,640
215,372
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
17.
Supplemental Cash Flow Information
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash receipt during the period for interest
$ 44
526
Cash paid during the period for interest
(105,459 )
(115,509 )
Income taxes paid
45
18,420
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Reclassification of long-term borrowings to current liabilities
$ 246,115
253,306
Finance lease right-of-use assets
26,739
43,832
18.
Commitments and Contingencies
(1)
Guarantees
1)
The detail of guarantee provided by third parties as of December 31,
2025 is as follows:
(in US dollars)
Provider
Type
Guaranteed
Amount
Beneficiary
Seoul Guarantee Insurance
Payment Guarantee
$ 70,737
KEPCO (Korea Electric Power Corporation)
In
addition to the list above, the representative director has provided guarantees (with a guarantee amount of $303,028 and $70,737) for
long-term debt and joint guarantee for performance guarantee provided by Seoul Guarantee Insurance to the Company (refer to Note 9,
19).
2)
The main commitments with financial institutions as of December 31,
2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Financial Institution
Type
Credit Line
Used
Amount
Industrial Bank of Korea(*1)
Facility Funds Loan(*2)
$ 1,533,208
1,184,752
Facility Funds Loan(*2)
627,221
627,221
Operating Funds Loan
243,919
243,919
Shinhan Bank(*1)
Operating Funds Loan
139,383
121,960
Korea SMEs and
Operating Funds Loan
69,691
40,539
Startups Agency
Operating Funds Loan
348,456
251,501
Total
$ 2,961,878
2,469,892
(*1)
As of December 31, 2025, land, buildings, machinery, and
equipment have been provided as security (with a secured amount of $3,052,478) for long-term debt. The contractual secured amount is
set at 120% of the credit line agreed with Industrial Bank of Korea and Shinhan Bank (refer to Note 7, 9).
(*2)
As of December 31, 2025, the Company established pledge
fire insurance claims (with a pledge amount of $1,789,343) (refer to Note 9).
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
19.
Related Party Transactions
(1)
The Company’s list of Related parties is as follows:
Relationship
Name
of Related Party
Primary
owners with more than 10% of shares
CHANG BAE LEE(CEO)
SU MIN LEE
HEE CHANG KIM
KUM SOON KANG
Other
parties
NS WORLD Co., Ltd.(*1)
EMT Asia Co., Ltd.
(*1)
NS WORLD Co., Ltd has been identified as related party since
CEO is primary owner with more than 10% of shares for both NS WORLD Co., Ltd and the Company.
(2)
Related party transactions between the Company and its related
parties comprise of sales of products and other services, expenses for raw materials and other expenses in the ordinary course of business,
which are included in the financial statements.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Net Sales
$ 1,299,951
115,324
Purchase of raw materials
—
44,350
Interest expense
24,050
10,159
(3)
Amounts due from or to related parties, are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Trade accounts receivable
$ 694,885
295,000
Non-trade account receivable
—
153,000
(4)
Related party transactions between the Company and its officers,
employees, and affiliated companies comprise of short-term loan and short-term debt. Amount due from or to its officers, employees, and
affiliated companies, are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Beginning Short-term debt balance
$ 436,055
—
Borrowings
256,641
539,597
Repayments
(126,653 )
(69,649 )
Gain/Loss on foreign currency translation
(9,517 )
33,893
Ending Short-term debt balance
$ 575,650
436,055
(5)
The Company provides a guarantee for borrowing from a bank
and is provided guarantees from its officer for the Company’s borrowings from banks.
(in US dollars)
2025
Guarantee from the management
$ 373,765
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KCM
INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
December 31, 2025, and 2024
20.
Subsequent Events
The
Company has evaluated subsequent events from the financial statements date through the date the financial statements were available to
be issued.
In
January 2026, the Company completed a comprehensive share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and
became a wholly owned subsidiary of EMT Sub Co., Ltd.
Under
the share exchange, all outstanding shares of the Company were transferred to EMT Sub in exchange for equity interests of EMT Sub. Existing
shareholders of the Company received shares of EMT Sub at an exchange ratio of 0.13962 shares of EMT Sub for each share of the Company’s
common stock. No cash consideration was paid in connection with the share exchange, except for payments related to dissenting shareholders.
Certain
shareholders exercised their appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Law. Shareholders were entitled to exercise such rights from
the date of the notice of the shareholders’ meeting on May 16, 2025 through the closing of the shareholders’ meeting on June
2, 2025. As a result, the Company recognized a derivative liability to dissenting shareholders in 2025.
The obligation to settle the appraisal rights remains with the Company; however, the funding required to satisfy such obligation is expected
to be provided by Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.
Upon the closing of the share exchange
transaction in January 2026, the Company obtained shares of its parent company, Evolution Metals and Technologies Corp.(“EMAT”),
in exchange for its outstanding shares. The Company intends to liquidate such shares and use the proceeds to settle the obligation to
dissenting shareholders.
The payment amount was approximately
$9.0 million as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
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EX-99.4 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF KMMI FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-99.4
Filename: ea028354901ex99-4.htm · Sequence: 14
Exhibit 99.4
KMMI INC. FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS
Page
Audited
Financial Statements of KMMI INC. as of and for each of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
Report of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2025
F-2
Report of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2024
F-3
Balance Sheets
F-5
Statements of Operations
F-6
Statements of Comprehensive Loss
F-7
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity
F-8
Statements of Cash Flows
F-9
Notes to the Financial Statements
F-10
F-1
Report
of Independent Auditors
To
the Board of Directors of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.
and the Shareholders of KMMI Inc.
Opinion
We
have audited the accompanying financial statements of KMMI Inc. (the Company), which comprise the balance sheet as of December 31, 2025,
and the related statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the year then
ended, and the related notes to the financial statements.
In
our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company
as of December 31, 2025, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis
for Opinion
We
conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Our responsibilities under
those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our
report. We are required to be independent of the Company and to meet our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the relevant
ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide
a basis for our audit opinion.
Substantial
Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The
accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note
1(3) to the financial statements, the Company incurred a net loss, net cash outflows from operating activities, and has negative working
capital. The Company has stated that these events or conditions indicate that a material uncertainty exists that casts significant doubt
on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described
in Note 1(3). The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion
is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities
of Management for the Financial Statements
Management
is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation
and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In
preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate,
that raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the
financial statements are available to be issued.
Auditor’s
Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our
objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement,
whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level
of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with generally accepted
auditing standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting
from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations,
or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or
in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.
In
performing an audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, we:
● Exercise
professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
● Identify
and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to
fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures
include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the
financial statements.
● Obtain
an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion
on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion
is expressed.
● Evaluate
the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting
estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial
statements.
● Conclude
whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that
raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern
for a reasonable period of time.
We
are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit,
significant audit findings, and certain internal control related matters that we identified during the audit.
/s/
UHY LLP
New
York, New York
March 31, 2026
F-2
Report
of Independent Auditors
The
Shareholders and Board of Directors
KMMI Inc.
Opinion
We
have audited the financial statements of KMMI Inc. (the “Company”), which comprise the balance sheet as of December 31, 2024
and the related statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the year then
ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the accompanying financial
statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024, and the results of
its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States
of America.
Basis
for opinion
We
conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS). Our responsibilities
under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section
of our report. We are required to be independent of the Company and to meet our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the
relevant ethical requirements relating to our audits. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate
to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Substantial
Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The
accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note
1(3) to the financial statements, the Company has no source of revenue, incurred a net loss, and has stated that these events or conditions
indicate that a material uncertainty exists that casts significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.
Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1(3). The financial statements do not include any adjustments
that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities
of Management for the Financial Statements
Management
is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation
and fair presentation of financial statements that are free of material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In
preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate,
that raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern for one year after the date that the financial
statements are available to be issued.
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Auditor’s
Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our
objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free of material misstatement, whether
due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance
but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS will always detect a material
misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting
from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence
the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.
In
performing an audit in accordance with GAAS, we:
●
Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism
throughout the audit.
●
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the
financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures
include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
●
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the
audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion
on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.
●
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and
the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial
statements.
●
Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or
events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern for
a reasonable period of time.
We
are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit,
significant audit findings, and certain internal control-related matters that we identified during the audit.
/s/
Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul,
the Republic of Korea
April
21, 2025
F-4
KMMI INC.
Balance Sheets
(in US dollars)
Notes
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
1(5)
$ 109,646
492,984
Restricted cash
1(5)
35,802
34,014
Short-term loan (Related parties)
14
—
408,163
Non-trade account receivable (Related parties)
14
70,842
50,783
Prepaids and other current assets
15,378
14,476
Total current assets
231,668
1,000,420
Property, plant and equipment, net
3
1,973,509
2,110,588
Operating lease right-of-use assets
5
31,757
72,311
Other non-current assets
148,473
97,717
Total non-current assets
2,153,739
2,280,616
Total assets
$ 2,385,407
3,281,036
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Liabilities:
Non-trade accounts payables
$ 67,492
43,680
Short-term debt
7
299,672
—
Current portion of long-term debt
7
46,414
37,891
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
5
16,487
16,811
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
5
12,959
33,597
Withholdings
1(10)
11,367
2,871
Current portion of defined severance benefits
11
20,387
5,795
Share repurchase liabilities
6
470,679
—
Other current liabilities
13
33,870
33,061
Total current liabilities
979,327
173,706
Long-term debt
7
1,309,828
1,330,544
Finance lease liabilities
5
—
16,093
Operating lease liabilities
5
—
12,649
Other non-current liabilities
4
76,919
62,400
Defined severance benefits
11
78,523
40,588
Total non-current liabilities
1,465,270
1,462,274
Total liabilities
2,444,597
1,635,980
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock, KRW 500 par value, 20,000,000 shares authorized, 22,080 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024
10
9,337
9,337
Additional paid-in capital
3,937,986
3,937,986
Accumulated deficit
(3,841,835 )
(2,104,584 )
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)
(164,678 )
(197,683 )
Total equity
(59,190 )
1,645,056
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$ 2,385,407
3,281,036
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-5
KMMI INC.
Statements of Operations
(in US dollars)
Notes
For the
year ended
December 31,
2025
For the
year ended
December 31,
2024
Net revenues
$ —
—
Cost of sales
—
—
Gross profit
—
—
Other operating income
1(19)
2,529
—
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
1(16)
(1,269,677 )
(868,400 )
Operating loss
(1,267,148 )
(868,400 )
Other income
4,518
3,187
Other expense
(1,592 )
(1,474 )
Interest income (Related parties)
14
18,984
19,795
Interest income
1,407
1,301
Interest expense
(29,651 )
(30,490 )
Gain on foreign currency
6,910
60,650
Loss on foreign currency
—
(37,089 )
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
6
(470,679 )
—
Loss before tax
(1,737,251 )
(852,520 )
Income tax expense
8
—
—
Loss for the year
$ (1,737,251 )
(852,520 )
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-6
KMMI INC.
Statements of Comprehensive Loss
(in US dollars)
Notes
For the
year ended
December 31,
2025
For the
year ended
December 31,
2024
Loss for the year
$ (1,737,251 )
(852,520 )
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustments
51,598
(279,955 )
Actuarial loss on defined severance benefits, net of tax
11
(18,593 )
(3,956 )
Total other comprehensive income (loss)
33,005
(283,911 )
Total comprehensive loss
$ (1,704,246 )
(1,136,431 )
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-7
KMMI INC.
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity (Deficit)
(in US dollars)
Common
stock
Additional
paid-in
capital
Accumulated
other
comprehensive
income (loss)
Accumulated
deficit
Total
stockholders’
equity
Balances at January 1, 2024
$ 9,337
3,937,986
86,228
(1,252,064 )
2,781,487
Loss for the year
—
—
—
(852,520 )
(852,520 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments
—
—
(279,955 )
—
(279,955 )
Actuarial loss on defined severance benefits, net of tax
—
—
(3,956 )
—
(3,956 )
Balances at December 31, 2024
$ 9,337
3,937,986
(197,683 )
(2,104,584 )
1,645,056
Balances at December 31, 2024
$ 9,337
3,937,986
(197,683 )
(2,104,584 )
1,645,056
Loss for the year
—
—
—
(1,737,251 )
(1,737,251 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments
—
—
51,598
—
51,598
Actuarial loss on defined severance benefits, net of tax
—
—
(18,593 )
—
(18,593 )
Balances at December 31, 2025
$ 9,337
3,937,986
(164,678 )
(3,841,835 )
(59,190 )
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-8
KMMI INC.
Statements of Cash Flows
(In US dollars)
For the
year ended
December 31,
2025
For the
year ended
December 31,
2024
Cash flows from operating activities
Loss for the year
$ (1,737,251 )
(852,520 )
Adjustments to reconcile loss for the year to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
207,690
201,706
Interest expense
29,651
30,490
Pension Benefits Provision
40,686
22,375
Loss on foreign currency
—
37,074
Gain on foreign currency
(6,910 )
—
Accretion expense
5,429
5,122
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
470,679
—
Others
(28,526 )
(39,872 )
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Prepaids and other current assets
(573 )
(4,420 )
Non-trade accounts payables
20,793
14,246
Withholdings
8,500
594
Payment of retirement benefits
(9,215 )
—
Net cash used in operating activities
(999,047 )
(585,205 )
Cash flows from investing activities
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment
(18,176 )
(43,826 )
Increase in leasehold deposits
(65,672 )
—
Collection of loans
421,876
—
Other investing activities
17,259
—
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
355,287
(43,826 )
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from short-term debt
302,344
109,972
Repayment from long-term debt
(39,164 )
—
Payment of finance lease liabilities
(17,376 )
(15,214 )
Net cash provided by financing activities
$ 245,804
94,758
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash
16,406
(104,717 )
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash
(397,956 )
(534,273 )
Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, at beginning of year
526,998
1,165,988
Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, at end of year
$ 145,448
526,998
See accompanying notes to financial statements.
F-9
KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(1) Description of Business
KMMI INC. (the Company), established in 2021, is
specialized in the manufacture and sale of NdPR block magnets and magnets for traction motors that are used in aerospace and defense,
automobile, energy plant and other various industries. The Company is planning to initiate its operation in April 2026. The company
operates as a single operating segment.
(2) Basis of Presentation
These financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. Certain
prior period amounts in the statement of cash flows have been reclassified to conform to the current period presentation. These reclassifications
had no effect on previously reported net loss, total assets, total liabilities, or stockholders’ equity.
(3) Going Concern
The going concern assumption contemplates the realization
of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, substantial doubt about the Company’s ability
to continue as going concern exists.
Primarily due to the absence of revenue sources
and a focus on fixed asset investments as a newly established entity, the Company incurred losses of $1,737,251 and $852,520 for the years
ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, and net cash outflows from operating activities of $999,047 and $585,205 for the years
2025 and 2024, respectively. As of December 31, 2025, the Company reported no revenues and had negative working capital of $893,107, which
excludes cash and cash equivalents of $109,646 and restricted cash of $35,802. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had positive working
capital of $333,730, which excludes cash and cash equivalents of $492,984 and restricted cash of $34,014. Absent any other action, the
Company will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months and to support its business development objectives,
the attainment of which is not assured.
The Company is evaluating strategies to obtain the
required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing
debt or entering into other financing arrangements, and restructuring of operations to grow revenues and decrease expenses. However, upon
the economic environment and the Company’s current capability, there is no guarantee that the Company will be able to access future
equity or debt financing when needed. Ultimately, the attainment of profitable operations is dependent upon future events, including obtaining
adequate financing to fulfill the Company’s growth and operating activities and achieving a level of revenues adequate to support
the Company’s cost structure. As such, there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain additional liquidity when
needed or under acceptable terms, if at all.
The financial statements do not include any adjustments
to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable
to continue as a going concern.
Subsequent to December 31, 2025, the Company
completed a comprehensive share exchange in January 2026 and became a wholly owned subsidiary within a broader corporate group. Management
has considered the impact of this transaction in its going concern assessment and expects that financial and operational support may be
available, if necessary, to support the Company’s planned operations. However, the extent and timing of such support are subject
to uncertainties, and therefore the conditions described above continue to raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to
continue as a going concern.
(4) Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity
with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosures
of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during
the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Significant items subject to such estimates and assumptions include the useful lives of property, plant and equipment, allowance for credit
losses, the valuation of deferred tax assets, lease liabilities and right-of-use assets, defined severance benefits, income tax uncertainties,
and other contingencies.
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
(5) Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash
The Company considers all highly liquid investments
with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
As of December 31, 2025, the Company maintains
its cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash with Hana Bank and Industrial Bank of Korea(IBK), and both institutions are considered
to be financially sound and stable within the Korean financial system.
The Company’s cash and cash equivalents and
restricted cash totaled $145,448 at period end. A portion of these balances exceeded the deposit insurance coverage limit which is KRW
100,000,000 per institution provided by the Korea Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC). The Company has not experienced any losses on
these deposits to date, and management believes that the credit risk associated with these financial institutions remains low.
Restricted cash consists of certain cash pledged
as collateral for the use of the Company’s corporate credit card. Restricted cash with remaining restrictions of one year or less
is classified as current on the balance sheets.
The Company has presented restricted cash separately
from cash and cash equivalents in the balance sheets.
(6) Allowance for Credit Losses
The allowance for credit loss is a valuation account
deducted from the amortized cost basis to present the net amount expected to be collected. The estimate of expected credit losses is based
on the Company’s historical loss experience, adjusted for current and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions
and other pertinent factors affecting the Company’s customers such as known credit risk or industry trends.
The allowance for credit loss is estimated over
the contractual term of the financial asset adjusted for expected prepayments. The contractual term excludes any extensions, renewals
and modifications, unless the borrower has a contractual option that provides it with the unilateral ability to extend the maturity date.
The Company does not have any off-balance-sheet credit exposures. Subsequent changes (favorable and unfavorable) in expected credit losses
each period is recognized immediately in net income as a credit loss expense or a reversal of credit loss expense.
Short-term and Long-term loans
The Company determines the allowance for credit
losses for short-term and long-term loans using estimates of probability of borrowers’ default and loss given default applied to
estimated exposure at default.
When measuring expected credit losses, the Company
considers borrowers’ historical payment patterns, borrowers’ credit scores as published by consumer credit rating agencies,
and current and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions in estimating borrowers’ probability of default, exposure
at default and estimated loss given default. The Company collectively evaluates the loans with similar credit risk characteristics. In
addition, the Company evaluates the collectability of the loans on an individual basis when they no longer have similar risk characteristics
to determine if any are deemed uncollectible. The loans are written off against the allowance for credit losses when deemed uncollectible.
(7) Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost.
Right-of-use assets arising from finance leases are presented within property, plant and equipment in the balance sheets and are initially
measured at the present value of lease payments.
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
Depreciation on property, plant and equipment is
calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The estimated useful lives are as follows: buildings
range from 30 to 40 years, facility equipment and fixtures range from 5 to 10 years, machineries are 10 years, vehicles
are 5 years.
Once an asset is identified for retirement or disposition,
the related cost and accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed, and a gain or loss is recorded.
(8) Leases
The Company has entered into various operating and
finance lease agreements for certain land, office space, vehicle, and office equipment. The Company determines if an arrangement is a
lease, or contains a lease, at inception and records the leases in the financial statements upon lease commencement, which is the date
when the underlying asset is made available for use by the lessor.
The Company also elected the short-term lease exception,
and therefore only recognizes right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for leases with a term greater than one year. When determining
lease terms, the Company factors in options to extend or terminate leases when it is reasonably certain that the Company will exercise
those options. The Company has lease agreements with lease and non-lease components, which are generally accounted for separately. For
certain classes of underlying assets, the Company has elected the practical expedient not to separate lease and non-lease components.
Under this election, lease and non-lease components are accounted for as a single lease component.
Operating lease right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
are recognized at the present value of future lease payments at the commencement date. Finance lease right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
are measured similarly. As most of the leases do not provide an implicit rate, the Company uses an incremental borrowing rate based on
the information available at the commencement date in determining the present value of future payments.
Lease expenses for operating leases are recognized
on a straight-line basis over the lease term and classified as operating expenses by the nature of the leased asset. Depreciation expenses
for finance lease assets are recognized over the lease term and classified as operating expenses by the nature of the leased asset. Interest
expenses on finance lease liabilities are recognized as interest expenses in the statements of operations over the lease term.
(9) Equipment Maintenance Activities
The Company incurs maintenance costs on its major
equipment. Repair and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
(10) Withholdings
Withholdings mainly consist of amounts withheld
from employee remuneration for four major social insurance schemes (National Health Insurance, National Pension, Employment Insurance,
and Industrial Accident Compensation Insurance).
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Other withholdings
$ 11,367
2,871
$ 11,367
2,871
(11) Income Taxes
Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and
liability method.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized
for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities
and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards.
F-12
KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured
using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be
recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period
that includes the enactment date. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is more likely than not that sufficient taxable
income will be available to realize the related tax benefits.
The Company recognizes and measures uncertain tax
positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return utilizing a two-step process. In the first step, recognition, we determine whether
it is more-likely-than-not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation
processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The second step addresses measurement of a tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not
criteria. The tax position is measured at the largest amount of benefit that has a likelihood of greater than 50% of being realized upon
ultimate settlement.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-09,
Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (Topic 740). The ASU requires disaggregated information about a reporting entity’s effective
tax rate reconciliation as well as additional information on income taxes paid. The ASU became effective on a prospective basis for the
Company for the year-end December 31, 2025. The effect of ASU 2023-09 is reflected in Note 8. Management has concluded that the adoption
of this standard will not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
(12) Defined Severance Benefits
The Company has a defined severance benefits plan
covering all employees upon their retirement according to Retirement Benefit Security Act of Korea. Eligible employees with
one or more years of service are entitled to severance payments upon the termination of their employment based on their length of
service and pay rate. The Company recognizes the defined severance benefits obligation in the balance sheets with a corresponding adjustment
to statements of operations and comprehensive loss. The obligations are measured annually, or more frequently if there is a remeasurement
event, based on the measurement date utilizing various actuarial assumptions and methodologies. The Company uses certain assumptions including,
but not limited to, the discount rates, salary growth rates, and certain employee-related factors, such as turnover, retirement age and
mortality. The Company uses the discount rate based on observations of relevant high-quality corporate bonds in the market. The Company
reviews actuarial assumptions and makes modifications to the assumptions based on current rates and trends when appropriate.
The Company recognizes the funded status of its
defined severance benefits plan in the balance sheets as the difference between the fair value of plan assets and the related benefit
obligation as of the measurement date. Overfunded plans are presented as net benefit assets, and underfunded or unfunded plans are presented
as net benefit liabilities. The funded status is classified between current and non-current based on the expected timing of benefit payments
and the related recovery of plan assets, as applicable.
The Company recognizes the components of net periodic
benefit cost for its defined severance benefits in net income (generally within operating expenses or other expense, as applicable). Actuarial
gains and losses and prior service cost or credit arising from plan amendments are initially recognized in other comprehensive income
(loss) (“OCI”) and accumulated in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (“AOCI”). The Company has adopted
an amortization approach and the net cumulative gain or loss at the beginning of the period in excess of the corridor is amortized into
net periodic benefit cost on a straight-line basis over the expected average remaining service period of the employees participating in
the plan.
(13) Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets, such as property, plant and equipment
are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable.
If circumstances require a long-lived asset or asset group be tested for possible impairment, the Company first compares undiscounted
cash flows expected to be generated by that asset or asset group to its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of the long-lived asset or asset group is not recoverable on an undiscounted
cash flow basis, an impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds its fair value. Fair value is determined
through various valuation techniques including discounted cash flow models, quoted market values and third-party independent appraisals,
as considered necessary.
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
(14) Commitments and Contingencies
Liabilities for loss contingencies arising from
claims, assessments, litigation, fines, and penalties and other sources are recorded when it is probable that a liability has been incurred
and the amount can be reasonably estimated.
Legal costs incurred in connection with loss contingencies
are expensed as incurred.
(15) Capitalized Interest
The Company’s policy is to capitalize interest
cost incurred on debt during the construction of major projects exceeding one year.
A reconciliation of total interest cost to interest
expense as reported in the statements of operations for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Interest cost capitalized
$ —
1,317
Interest expense
29,651
30,490
Total
$ 29,651
31,807
(16) Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses primarily
consist of employee-related costs, depreciation on buildings and equipment, amortization of right-of-use assets, professional and service
fees, lease and utilities expense.
(17) Fair Value Measurements
The Company uses valuation approaches that maximize
the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible. The Company determines fair value based
on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability in the principal or most advantageous market. When
considering market participant assumptions in fair value measurements, the following fair value hierarchy distinguishes between observable
and unobservable inputs, which are categorized in one of the following levels (see Note 6):
● Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities accessible
to the reporting entity at the measurement date.
● Level 2: Other than quoted prices included in Level 1 inputs that are observable for the asset or
liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
● Level 3: Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability used to measure fair value to the extent
that observable inputs are not available, thereby allowing for situations in which there is little, if any, market activity for the
asset or liability at measurement date.
The carrying amounts of financial assets and liabilities,
such as cash and cash equivalents, other current asset, short-term loan, and non-trade accounts payables, approximate their fair value
because of the short maturity of these instruments.
F-14
KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
(18) Foreign Currency
The functional currency of the Company is the Korean
Won. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the Company at the exchange rates at the dates
of the transactions. Transaction gains and losses are included in “Gain on foreign currency” and “Loss on foreign currency”
in the statements of operations. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the functional
currency at the exchange rate at the reporting date, which are included in the “Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash
equivalents, and restricted cash” in the statements of cash flows.
Assets and liabilities of the Company are translated
into U.S. dollars, the reporting currency, at the exchange rate in effect at the end of each period. Income and expenses for the
Company are translated into U.S. dollars using average rates that approximate those in effect during the period. Foreign currency
translation adjustments are included in “Accumulated other comprehensive income” a separate component of stockholders’
equity.
(19) Government grants
Other operating income of the Company is comprised
of government support income. The Company receives support income from local government agencies and public institutions in relation to
lease payments and research activities that are necessary for the Company’s operating activities. Government support income is either
deducted from the carrying amount of the related assets or recognized as income when there is reasonable assurance that the Company will
comply with the relevant conditions and that the grant will be received. Government support income related to assets are presented in
the balance sheets by deducting the grant from the carrying amount of the asset. If it is not related to the acquisition of an asset,
it can be treated as a grant related to income. Government support income related to income is presented in other operating income in
the statement of operations. The Company did not recognize any government support income for the years ended December 31, 2024.
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company recognized income-related government support income of $2,529.
(20) New Accounting Standards and Interpretations Not Yet Adopted
As the Company meets the definition of a public
business entity (“PBE”), the Company applies the PBE effective dates for new accounting standards.
Income Statement (Topic 220) Reporting Comprehensive
Income — Expense Disaggregation Disclosures
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03, which
requires disaggregated information about certain income statement expense line items. This standard is effective for all PBEs in annual
reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within annual reporting periods beginning after December 15,
2027. Management is currently evaluating the impact of adopting ASU 2024-03, including the timing of adoption and related disclosure requirements.
Financial Instruments (Topic 326) — Measurement
of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets
In July 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-05, Financial
Instruments — Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets (“ASU 2025-05”).
ASU 2025-05 provides a practical expedient that all entities can use when estimating expected credit losses for current accounts receivable
and current contract assets arising from transactions accounted for under ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. Under this practical
expedient, an entity is allowed to assume that the current conditions it has applied in determining credit loss allowances for current
accounts receivable and current contract assets remain unchanged for the remaining life of those assets. ASU 2025-05 is effective for
fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2025, and interim reporting periods in those years. Entities that elect the practical expedient
and, if applicable, make the accounting policy election are required to apply the amendments prospectively. The Company does not expect
the standard to have a material effect on its financial statements.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)
Government Grants (Topic 832) — Accounting
for Government Grants Received by Business Entities
In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-10, which
provides guidance on the accounting and disclosure of government grants for business entities. The amendments are effective for fiscal
years beginning after December 15, 2026, with early adoption permitted. The standard requires prospective application, with certain disclosure
requirements applied retrospectively to all periods presented. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of ASU 2025-10 on its financial
statements and related disclosures. Based on its preliminary assessment, management believes that the Company’s existing accounting
policy for government grants is generally consistent with the recognition principles under ASU 2025-10; however, additional disclosures
may be required upon adoption.
2. Significant risks and uncertainties including business
and credit concentrations
The Company manufactures NdPR block magnets and
magnets for traction motors that are used in aerospace and defense, automobile, energy plant and other various industries. The Company
has been preparing its operation by purchasing related equipment and machines since 2021. Revenue from contracts with the customers has
not been occurred during the reporting period and the Company is making efforts to secure the market end-user and run its business operation.
3. Property, plant and equipment
(1) Details of property, plant and equipment as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 are as follows:
Useful
Initial Cost
Accumulated depreciation
Net Carrying Value
(in US dollars)
Life Years
2025
2024
2025
2024
2025
2024
Buildings
30 to 40
$ 970,652
947,475
(87,944 )
(54,370 )
882,708
893,105
Machinery
10
1,158,255
1,130,599
(275,674 )
(156,032 )
882,581
974,567
Vehicles
5
89,185
88,552
(49,475 )
(31,506 )
39,710
57,046
Facility equipment and fixtures
5 to 10
216,816
194,053
(60,115 )
(33,891 )
156,701
160,162
Finance lease right-of-use assets
71,209
69,509
(59,400 )
(43,801 )
11,809
25,708
Total
$ 2,506,117
2,430,188
(532,608 )
(319,600 )
1,973,509
2,110,588
Total depreciation for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024 was $207,690 and $186,423, respectively, of which was recorded in selling, general, and administrative expense in each year.
(2) As of December 31, 2025, the details of property, plant
and equipment pledged as collateral are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Net
Carrying
Value
Pledged
Amount
Creditor
Relevant
Debt
Amount
Collateral Provided Asset:
Buildings
$ 882,708
418,148
Industrial Bank of Korea
348,456
4. Asset Retirement Obligation
The Company has an asset retirement obligation (ARO)
arising from contractual requirements associated with the retirement of its operating lease for land. This obligation requires the Company
to restore the land to its original condition upon termination of the lease. The ARO liability was initially measured at fair value and
is subsequently adjusted for accretion expense and changes in the amount or timing of the estimated cash flows. The corresponding
asset retirement cost is capitalized as part of the operating lease right-of-use asset and is amortized on a straight-line basis over
the lease term. This amortization is included in the lease expense presented in the statements of operations. The ARO liability is presented
within “Other non-current liabilities” in the accompanying balance sheets.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
4. Asset Retirement Obligation (cont.)
The following table presents the activity for the
ARO for the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024, respectively:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Beginning balance
$ 49,952
51,530
Accretion expense
5,429
5,122
Foreign currency translation adjustments
1,174
(6,700 )
Ending balance
$ 56,555
49,952
5. Leases
The Company has operating leases for land and office,
and finance leases for certain vehicle and equipment. Operating lease assets and liabilities are included in operating lease right-of-use
assets and operating lease liabilities, respectively, on the balance sheets. Finance lease assets and liabilities are included in property,
plant and equipment and finance lease liabilities, respectively, on the balance sheets.
The lease agreement for office space includes a
renewal option for up to 10 years, renewable annually under the Commercial Building Lease Protection Act in Korea. Other lease
agreements for land include both a purchase option at the agreed price and a renewal option for up to 50 years, renewable every 5 years
under the lease contract. The lease term of the lease agreement for the office space was determined considering the renewal period of
one year by the renewal option. In case of the lease agreement for land, since the Company is not reasonably certain to exercise these
renewal options, the options were not considered in determining the lease term, and associated potential option payments were excluded
from lease payments.
The Company’s leases generally do not include
termination options for either party to the lease restrictive financial or other covenants. Payments due under the lease contracts include
fixed payments and variable payments. For the Company’s land lease, variable payments are determined based on the rate of increase
in land price. For the Company’s office equipment lease, variable payments include those for amount of use. For office equipment
lease for which the Company has elected not to separate lease and non-lease components, maintenance services are provided by the lessor
at a fixed cost and are included in the fixed lease payments for the single, combined lease component.
(1) The components of lease expense for the years ended
December 31, 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Operating lease expense
$ 37,848
40,843
Finance lease expense:
Depreciation of right-of-use assets
14,657
15,283
Interest on lease liabilities
4,660
7,763
Sub-total
19,317
23,046
Short-term lease expense
670
3,299
Variable lease expense
317
205
Total
$ 58,152
67,393
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
5. Leases (cont.)
(2) Amounts presented in the balance sheets as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Operating leases:
Operating lease right-of-use assets
$ 31,757
72,311
Non-current
—
12,649
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
12,959
33,597
Total
$ 12,959
46,246
Finance leases:
Finance lease right-of-use assets
$ 71,209
69,509
Less: Accumulated depreciation
(59,400 )
(43,801 )
Total
$ 11,809
25,708
Non-current
$ —
16,093
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
16,487
16,811
Total
$ 16,487
32,904
(3) Other information related to leases as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Operating cash flows from operating leases
$ 29,873
34,110
Operating cash flows from finance leases
4,660
7,763
Financing cash flows from finance leases
17,376
15,214
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases
$ —
14,673
Finance leases
—
—
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases
1.42 years
1.98 years
Finance leases
0.82 years
1.82 years
Weighted average discount rate:
Operating leases
10.04 %
9.02 %
Finance leases
17.78 %
17.70 %
(4) Maturities of lease liabilities under noncancellable leases
as of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Maturity
Operating
leases
Finance
leases
2026
15,198
17,853
Total undiscounted lease payments
15,198
17,853
Less imputed interest
(2,239 )
(1,366 )
Total
$ 12,959
16,487
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
6. Fair Value Measurements
(1) Fair value represents the price that would be received to
sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Fair value
measurements are reported in one of three levels reflecting the significant inputs used to determine fair value.
Level 1 — Observable inputs that reflect unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets
as of the reporting date.
Level 2 — Observable market-based inputs
or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data. These are inputs other than quoted prices in active markets included in
Level 1, which are either directly or indirectly observable as of the reporting date.
Level 3 — Unobservable inputs that are
not corroborated by market data and may be used with internally developed methodologies that result in management’s best estimate
of fair value.
(2) The following summarizes our financial liabilities that are
measured at fair value on a recurring basis:
(in US dollars)
Classification
Measurement
Level
2025
2024
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
Financial liabilities
Level 3
$ 470,679
—
As of December 31, 2025, the Company’s
share repurchase liabilities related to dissenting shareholder appraisal rights (“DSAR put option”) is classified as Level
3 within the fair value hierarchy due to the use of significant unobservable inputs.
The change in fair value of the DSAR put option
resulted in a loss of $470,679 for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was recognized in the statements of operations within
loss on share repurchase liabilities.
(3) Valuation of DSAR Put Option
The DSAR put option represents a freestanding financial
instrument that provides dissenting shareholders with the right to require the Company to repurchase their shares at a predetermined price,
contingent on closing of the Share Exchange Agreement described in Note 10. The Company accounts for this instrument at fair value,
with changes in fair value recognized in earnings, in accordance with ASC 480.
The fair value of the DSAR put option is determined
using a valuation model based on the difference between:
1) the present value of the expected cash settlement amount
(including statutory interest), and
2) the present value of the underlying share value to be received
in a share exchange transaction
The valuation incorporates significant assumptions,
including:
1) expected cash settlement value based on contractual terms
and statutory interest rates
2) estimated fair value of the Company’s shares
3) probability of occurrence of the underlying transaction
4) discount rates reflecting the time value of money
Due to the use of significant unobservable inputs,
the DSAR put option is classified as a Level 3 financial liability.
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
7. Debt
(1) Short-Term Debt
Details of carrying amounts of short-term debts as of December 31,
2025, and 2024 are as follows:
Description(*1)
Period
Interest rate
(%)
2025
2024
Working capital loan
November 2025 – May 2026
6
$ 160,290
—
Working capital loan
December 2025 – June 2026
6
69,691
—
Working capital loan
December 2025 – June 2026
6
69,691
—
Total
$ 299,672
—
(*1) This represents working capital loan borrowed from EMT Asia
Co., Ltd.
(2) Long-Term Debt from Individual
Details of carrying amounts of long-term debt from
individuals as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
Description
Period(*1)
Interest rate
(%)
2025
2024
Individual cash loan
December 2022 – January 2027
1
$ 278,765
272,109
Individual cash loan
March 2023 – January 2027
1
99,691
98,027
Individual cash loan
January 2023 – January 2027
1
250,000
250,000
Individual cash loan
January 2024 – January 2027
1
278,765
272,109
Total
$ 907,221
892,245
(*1) On August 5, 2025, the Company amended the loans from
individuals solely to extend the maturities to January 2027. Under ASC 470-50, the present-value change (discounted at the
original 1% effective interest rate) was less than 10%, so the amendments were accounted for as modifications; no fees or costs were
incurred, the effective interest rate remains 1%, and the carrying amounts equal principal with interest accrued until maturity. The
fair value of these borrowings, discounted using the market interest rate, is $863,905 as of December 31, 2025.
(3) Long-Term Debt from Bank and Government Agency
Details of carrying amounts of long-term debt from
bank and government agency as of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Financial Institution
Description
Period
Interest
rate (%)
Borrowing
Limit
2025
2024
Korea SMEs and Startups Agency
Working capital loans
February 2023 –
February 2028
2.97
$ 139,383
$ 100,564
136,054
Industrial Bank of Korea
Facility loans
April 2023 –
April 2033
2.54
348,456
348,456
340,136
Total principal long-term debt
$ 449,020
476,190
Less: current portion of long-term debt
46,414
37,891
Total
$ 402,606
438,299
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
7. Debt (cont.)
(4) Future principal payments for long-term debt as of December 31,
2025 are as follow
(in US dollars)
Long-term
debt
2026
$ 46,414
2027
982,679
2028
65,811
2029
58,075
2030
58,075
Thereafter
145,188
Total
$ 1,356,242
8. Income Taxes
We are subject to income taxation primarily in Republic
of Korea. The Korean entities are subject to periodic or special tax examinations by the Republic of Korea tax authorities in accordance
with the Framework Act on National Taxes. In general, the statute of limitations for corporate income tax in Korea is 5 years (It
extends to 7 years for non-filing and 10 years for fraudulent activities.). There are no ongoing tax audits or examinations
by the Korean authorities.
(1) There is no income tax expense recorded attributable to current
taxes and deferred taxes.
(2) The components of loss before income taxes are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Korea
$ (1,737,251 )
(852,520 )
(3) Differences between the provision at the local statutory
rate and the provision recorded at the level are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Tax rate
11 %
9.9 %
Taxes computed at the statutory rate
$ (191,098 )
(84,400 )
Differences resulting from:
Other non-deductible expenses
3,726
(364 )
Tax credits
(64,564 )
(51,577 )
Change in valuation allowance
248,834
131,820
Other
3,102
4,521
Income tax (benefit) expense
$ —
—
Effective tax rate
—
—
The Company’s primary business operations
are conducted in Korea and are subject to Korea’s corporate income tax law.
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
8. Income Taxes (cont.)
(4) The income tax effects of temporary differences that give
rise to significant portions of the deferred income tax assets and deferred income tax liabilities were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Deferred tax assets:
Provision
$ 3,726
3,273
Property, plant and equipment
12,299
10,791
Accrued vacation
2,592
1,396
Asset retirement obligation
6,221
4,945
Share repurchase liabilities
51,317
—
Lease liabilities
3,239
7,836
Accrued expense
4,655
1,691
Short-term debt
—
—
Long-term debt
7,988
3,406
Defined severance benefits
6,289
4,592
Prepaids and other current assets
94
128
Net operating loss carry-forwards(*1)
298,724
149,041
Tax credit carry-forwards(*2)
279,014
209,680
Total deferred tax assets before valuation allowance
676,158
396,779
Valuation allowance
(657,303 )
(381,559 )
Total deferred tax assets
18,855
15,220
Deferred tax liabilities:
Other non-current assets
(13,515 )
(5,027 )
Right-of-use assets
(4,792 )
(9,704 )
Withholdings
(8 )
(7 )
Prepaids and other current assets
(540 )
(482 )
Construction in progress
—
—
Total deferred tax liabilities
(18,855 )
(15,220 )
Net deferred tax assets
$ —
—
(*1) Net operation loss carry-forwards is available to be utilized
for 15 years from the year of occurrence. The expiration years are as follows: $48,828 will expire in 2036, $493,558 will expire
in 2037, $384,986 will expire in 2038, $746,706 will expire in 2039 and, $1,201,318 will expire in 2040
(*2) Tax credit carry-forwards is available to be utilized for
10 years from the year of occurrence. The expiration years are as follows: $4,324 will expire in 2031, $11,701 will expire
in 2032, $149,758 will expire in 2033, $49,236 will expire in 2034 and $63,994 will expire in 2035.
9. Uncertain Tax Positions
There is no unrecognized tax benefit as of December 31,
2025 and 2024.
10. Stockholders’ Equity
The Company has 20 million shares of authorized common
stock, par value KRW 500 (approximately $0.4) per share issuable. As of December 31, 2025 and 2024, there were 22.080 thousand shares
of common stock outstanding.
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
10. Stockholders’ Equity (cont.)
Issuance of common stock
In July 2021, the Company was established with
the issuance of 2,000 ordinary shares at a par value of KRW5,000 each. In June 2022, the Company implemented a 1-for-10 stock split,
which increased the number of issued shares from 2,000 to 20,000. Subsequently, the general meeting of shareholders approved the issuance
of 1,000 shares in June 2022 and 1,080 shares in August 2022 at a price of KRW 2,500,000 per share amounting to approximately
$1,912,508 and $2,026,266, respectively.
Common Stock
Holders of common stock are entitled to one vote
per share, and to receive dividends and, upon liquidation or dissolution, are entitled to receive all assets available for distribution
to stockholders. The holders have no pre-emptive or other subscription rights, and there are no redemption or sinking fund provisions
with respect to such shares. Common stock is subordinate to the preferred stock with respect to dividend rights and rights upon liquidation,
winding up and dissolution of the Company.
Accumulated other comprehensive income
Accumulated other comprehensive income is consist
of foreign currency translation adjustments and actuarial loss on defined severance benefits. In case of the actuarial loss on defined
severance benefits, it is amortized into net periodic benefits cost on a straight-line basis over the expected average remaining service
period of employees.
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the share exchange transactions
contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”), by and
among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who formally
dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were granted
statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders
may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice
identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”). Upon receipt of
valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided the Share Exchange
remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company), after which any
unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price for the Appraisal
Shares was $1,992.75 per share, as determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through
the Agreements.
Management accounts for these appraisal rights as
a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the obligation becomes unconditional at merger
close.
As of December 31, 2025, the appraisal rights were
measured at a fair value of $470,679.
11. Defined Severance Benefits
(1) The following table sets forth the defined severance benefits
obligation as of December 31, 2025 and 2024:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Fair value of plan assets
$ —
—
Defined severance benefits
(98,910 )
(46,383 )
Funded Status
$ (98,910 )
(46,383 )
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
11. Defined Severance Benefits (cont.)
(2) The following table summarizes changes in the defined severance
benefits obligation including benefit costs and benefits paid during 2025 and 2024:
2025
2024
Beginning balance
$ 46,383
24,122
Service cost
40,686
22,296
Interest cost
1,528
853
Benefits paid
(9,215 )
—
Actuarial loss
18,852
4,036
Foreign currency translation adjustments
676
(4,924 )
Ending balance
$ 98,910
46,383
Classification:
Current
$ 20,387
5,795
Non-current
78,523
40,588
The Company has not contributed to plan assets at
the reporting date and no contribution expected to be paid to the plan during the next fiscal year beginning after the reporting date.
The Company measured defined severance benefits using the most recent mortality tables and mortality improvement scale in selecting mortality
assumptions as of December 31, 2025, and 2024.
(3) Net periodic benefit cost recognized during 2025 and 2024
were:
2025
2024
Service cost
$ 40,686
22,296
Interest cost
1,528
853
Amortization of net actuarial loss
259
80
Net periodic benefit cost recognized
$ 42,473
23,229
For the years ended December 31, 2025
and 2024, the service cost component is included in selling, general and administrative expenses, interest cost is included in interest
expense, and the amortization of net actuarial loss is included in other expense in the statements of operations.
(4) The following table summarizes changes in accumulated other
comprehensive income for defined severance benefits during 2025 and 2024:
2025
2024
Beginning balance
$ (6,989 )
(3,033 )
Actuarial loss, net of tax
(18,852 )
(4,036 )
Amortization of net actuarial loss
259
80
Ending balance
$ (25,582 )
(6,989 )
(5) Weighted-average assumptions used to determine defined severance
benefits obligation for 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
2025
2024
Discount rate
3.70 %
3.40 %
Rate of compensation increase
2.40 %
2.40 %
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
11. Defined Severance Benefits (cont.)
(6) The expected maturity analysis of undiscounted defined severance
benefits as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Less than 1 year
$ 20,387
6,245
Between 1 – 2 years
12,324
4,487
Between 2 – 5 years
23,493
14,663
Over 5 years
64,808
36,628
Total
$ 121,012
62,023
12. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash receipt during the period for interest
$ 1,407
1,301
Cash paid during the period for interest
(18,291 )
(20,203 )
Income taxes received(paid)
21
(197 )
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Transferred from construction in progress to the appropriate property, plant and equipment
—
277,916
Reclassification of long-term loan(related parties) to short-term loan(related parties)
—
439,889
Reclassification of other non-current assets(related parties) to non-trade account receivable(related parties)
—
54,730
Transferred from withholdings to long-term debt
—
293,259
Reclassification of short-term debt to long-term debt
—
668,338
13. Commitments and Contingencies
(1) Guarantees
The list of guarantees provided by third parties
to the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Guaranteed Amount
Provider
Type
2025
2024
Beneficiary
Seoul Guarantee Insurance
Payment guarantee for trade payables
$ 35,124
34,286
Air First Co., Ltd
Seoul Guarantee Insurance
Performance guarantee A for ARO
62,840
61,340
Korea Land and Housing Corp.
Seoul Guarantee Insurance
Performance guarantee B for ARO
1,610
1,571
Korea Land and
Housing Corp
Seoul Guarantee Insurance
Payment guarantee for subsidiary refund
2,507
—
Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
13. Commitments and Contingencies (cont.)
(2) Non-compliance with laws or regulations
In accordance with the Korean Capital Markets Act,
the Company shall submit a securities report to the Financial Services Commission (FSC) when issuing securities to over 50 investors.
Failure to submit a securities report may result in a fine not exceeding 3/100 of the offering price or revenue amount on the securities
report (KRW 2 billion if it exceeds KRW 2 billion). Management notes such report was required but not submitted to FSC on time
in 2022 upon issuance of new shares. Management is aware that this legal obligation arising from the past violation would impose the fine
upon submission of the past-due report to FSC. Accordingly, the Company has recognized the provision of $33,870 as of December 31,
2025 and $33,061 as of December 31, 2024, which are reflected in other current liabilities on the balance sheets.
14. Related Party Transactions
(1) The Company’s list of Related parties is as follows:
Relationship
Name of Related Party
Management
Andy Chun (CEO)
Primary owners with more than 10% of shares
Soo Hyun Huh
Kyung Won Moon
Other parties that can significantly influence the management or operating policies
ADE METALS INC.
JNS INDUSTRY INC.
Management of the entity and members of their immediate families
Sun Mi Yu
Young Hun Kim
Hyuck Soo Lee
Annabeth Chun
Matthew Jiwon Chun
Emily Yewon Chun
Allen Chun
Daren Chun
Elin Chun
Tae Hwan Yu
Ji Hwan Yu
Sin Ja Park
Chang Soo Chun
Yoo Heon Chun
(2) Related party transactions are as follows:
Related parties
Transactions
2025
2024
ADE METALS INC.
Interest income
$ 15,820
16,496
JNS INDUSTRY INC.
Interest income
3,164
3,299
ADE METALS INC.
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
3,934
—
JNS INDUSTRY INC.
Purchase of property, plant and equipment
—
24,798
JNS INDUSTRY INC.
Commission fee
844
—
Shareholders
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
470,679
—
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KMMI INC.
Notes to the Financial Statements
14. Related Party Transactions (cont.)
In March 2022, the Company entered into a loan
agreement with ADE METALS INC. for KRW 500 million. Subsequently, in April 2022, a similar loan agreement was executed with
JNS INDUSTRY INC. for KRW 100 million. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company has ownership interests in both entities:
ADE METALS INC. is wholly owned by the CEO, and JNS INDUSTRY INC. is 20% owned by the CEO and 80% owned by the CEO’s immediate family.
Both loan agreements carry an interest rate of 4.5%. In July 2025, the Company received full repayment of the short-term loans
(3) Amounts due from related parties, are as follows:
Related parties
Balances
2025
2024
ADE METALS INC.
Short-term loan
$ —
340,136
ADE METALS INC.
Non-trade account receivable(*1)
59,156
42,438
JNS INDUSTRY INC.
Short-term loan
—
68,027
JNS INDUSTRY INC.
Non-trade account receivable(*1)
11,685
8,345
Shareholders
Share repurchase liabilities
470,679
—
(*1) Non-trade account receivable consists of interest income
receivable.
15. Subsequent Events
The Company has evaluated subsequent events from
the financial statements date through the date the financial statements were available to be issued.
In January 2026, the Company completed a comprehensive
share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary of EMT Sub Co., Ltd.
Under the share exchange, all outstanding shares
of KMMI were transferred to EMT Sub in exchange for equity interests of EMT Sub. Existing shareholders of KMMI received shares of EMT
Sub at an exchange ratio of 0.4187 shares of EMT Sub for each share of KMMI common stock. No cash consideration was paid in connection
with the share exchange, except for payments related to dissenting shareholders.
Certain shareholders exercised their appraisal rights
under the Korean Commercial Law. Shareholders were entitled to exercise such rights from May 16, 2025, the date of the notice of the shareholders’
meeting, through the closing of the shareholders’ meeting on June 2, 2025. As a result, the Company recognized a payable to dissenting
shareholders in 2025.
The obligation to settle the appraisal rights remains with the Company; however, the funding required to satisfy such obligation is expected
to be provided by Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.
Upon the closing of the share exchange transaction in January 2026, the Company obtained shares of its parent company, Evolution Metals and Technologies Corp. (“EMAT”), in
exchange for its outstanding shares. The Company intends to liquidate such shares and use the proceeds to settle the obligation to
dissenting shareholders.
The payment amount was approximately $27.95 million
as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
In March 2026, the Company entered into a short-term loan agreement
with Beacon Advisory, a related party, for working capital purposes. Under the terms of the agreement, the Company borrowed approximately
$67 thousand, with an annual interest rate of 4.6% and a maturity date of September 23, 2026.
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EX-99.5 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF NS WORLD FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-99.5
Filename: ea028354901ex99-5.htm · Sequence: 15
Exhibit 99.5
NS WORLD FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS
Audited Financial Statements
of NS World Co., Ltd. as of and for each of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
Page
Report of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2025
F-2
Report of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2024
F-4
Balance Sheets
F-6
Statements of Operations
F-7
Statements of Comprehensive Loss
F-8
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’
Deficit
F-9
Statements of Cash Flows
F-10
Notes to the Financial Statements
F-11
F-1
Report
of Independent Auditors
To
the Board of Directors of Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. and
the Shareholders of NS World Co., Ltd
Opinion
We
have audited the accompanying financial statements of NS World Co., Ltd (the Company), which comprise the balance sheet as of December
31, 2025, and the related statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ deficit, and cash flows for the
year then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements.
In
our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company
as of December 31, 2025, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis
for Opinion
We
conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Our responsibilities under
those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our
report. We are required to be independent of the Company and to meet our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the relevant
ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide
a basis for our audit opinion.
Substantial
Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The
accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note
1(3) to the financial statements, the Company has incurred a net loss, has negative working capital, and has stated that these events
or conditions indicate that a material uncertainty exists that casts significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as
a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1(3). The financial statements do not
include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
Related
Party Transactions
As discussed in Note 18 to the financial statements,
the Company engages in significant transactions with related parties, including those involving revenues, inventory purchases, accounts
receivable, and accounts payable. For the year ended December 31, 2025, revenue generated from related parties totaled $456,882, representing
approximately 7.2% of the Company’s total revenue. As of December 31, 2025, balances with related parties included trade accounts
receivable of $927,335 and non-trade accounts receivable of $750,550, representing approximately 16.6% and 13.5% of total assets, respectively.
In addition, related party trade accounts payable and non-trade accounts payable were $1,428,229 and $872,987, respectively, representing
approximately 19.6% and 12.0% of total liabilities as of December 31, 2025. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities
of Management for the Financial Statements
Management
is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation
and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In
preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate,
that raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the
financial statements are available to be issued.
F-2
Auditor’s
Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements
Our
objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement,
whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level
of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with generally accepted
auditing standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting
from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations,
or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or
in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.
In
performing an audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, we:
● Exercise
professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
● Identify
and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to
fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures
include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the
financial statements.
● Obtain
an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures
that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion
on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion
is expressed.
● Evaluate
the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting
estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial
statements.
● Conclude
whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that
raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern
for a reasonable period of time.
We
are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit,
significant audit findings, and certain internal control related matters that we identified during the audit.
/s/
UHY LLP
New
York, New York
March
31, 2026
F-3
Report
of Independent Auditors
The Shareholders and Board of Directors
NS World Co., Ltd.
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of NS World
Co., Ltd. (the “Company”), which comprise the balance sheet as of December 31, 2024 and the related statements of operations,
comprehensive loss, changes in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes (collectively
referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material
respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for
the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing
standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described
in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent
of the Company and to meet our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audits.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Substantial Doubt about the Company’s Ability to Continue
as a Going Concern
The accompanying financial statements have been
prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1(3) to the financial statements,
the Company has incurred a net loss, has a negative working capital, and has stated that these events or conditions indicate that a material
uncertainty exists that casts significant doubt on the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans
in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1(3). The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result
from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities of Management for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and
fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of
America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of
financial statements that are free of material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, management
is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Company’s
ability to continue as a going concern for one year after the date that the financial statements are available to be issued.
Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial
Statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance
about whether the financial statements as a whole are free of material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s
report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not
a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not
detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery,
intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial
likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial
statements.
In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS,
we:
●
Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
●
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform
audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures
in the financial statements.
●
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances,
but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion
is expressed.
●
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management,
as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.
●
Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the
Company’s ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.
We are required to communicate with those charged
with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal
control-related matters that we identified during the audit.
/s/ Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul, the Republic of Korea
April 21, 2025
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NS World Co., Ltd.
Balance Sheets
(in US dollars)
Notes
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 793,843
359,394
Current held-to-maturity investments
—
28,571
Trade accounts receivable, net
2,3
575,079
716,998
Trade accounts receivable (related parties)
2,3,18
927,335
674,774
Non-trade accounts receivable
4
184,252
1,058,424
Non-trade accounts receivable (related parties)
4,18
750,550
1,577,693
Inventories, net
5
905,883
981,603
Prepaids and other current assets
108,861
34,364
Total current assets
4,245,803
5,431,821
Property, plant and equipment, net
1,7,8
1,280,826
1,347,492
Operating lease right-of-use assets
8
—
4,616
Other non-current assets
50,916
60,320
Total non-current assets
1,331,742
1,412,428
Total assets
$ 5,577,545
6,844,249
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Deficit
Liabilities:
Trade accounts payable
$ 411,751
155,660
Trade accounts payable (related parties)
18
1,428,229
640,450
Non-trade accounts payable
117,425
994,381
Non-trade accounts payable (related parties)
18
872,987
2,149,361
Accrued expenses
77,052
77,223
Short-term debt
9
367,981
223,298
Short-term debt (related parties)
9,18
2,130,412
2,079,543
Current portion of long-term debt
9
121,848
198,455
Current portion of long-term debt (related parties)
9,18
15,653
9,361
Redeemable convertible preferred stock (related parties)
6,12,18
—
1,007,641
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
8
29,191
30,598
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
8
—
4,616
Current portion of defined severance benefits
15
641,226
498,968
Share repurchase liabilities
6,19
109,566
—
Other current liabilities
313,733
134,796
Total current liabilities
6,637,054
8,204,351
Long-term debt
9
40,568
158,537
Long-term debt (related parties)
9,18
205,352
215,728
Other non-current liabilities
25,493
—
Finance lease liabilities (non-current)
8
36,706
56,506
Defined severance benefits
15
342,712
290,357
Total non-current liabilities
650,831
721,128
Total liabilities
7,287,885
8,925,479
Stockholders’ deficit:
Common stock, par value of KRW5,000, authorized 1,006,220 shares; issued and outstanding 289,055 shares as of December 31, 2025, and 251,555 shares as of December 31, 2024
14
1,266,165
1,130,991
Additional paid-in capital
815,015
—
Accumulated deficit
(3,240,547 )
(2,695,335 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(550,973 )
(516,886 )
Total deficit
(1,710,340 )
(2,081,230 )
Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit
$ 5,577,545
6,844,249
See accompanying notes to the financial statements.
F-6
NS World Co., Ltd.
Statements of Operations
(in US dollars)
Notes
For the
year ended
December 31,
2025
For the
year ended
December 31,
2024
Net revenues
1,2
$ 5,916,888
5,588,220
Net revenues (related parties)
18
456,882
463,048
Total revenues
6,373,770
6,051,268
Cost of sales
(5,144,325 )
(5,218,333 )
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
1
(1,620,895 )
(1,223,833 )
Other operating income (related parties)
13,18
37,662
13,197
Other operating income
13
23,436
134,172
Operating loss
(330,352 )
(243,529 )
Other income (non-operating)
37,332
13,309
Other expense
(67,391 )
(108,020 )
Interest income
8,421
7,362
Interest expense
(57,444 )
(56,630 )
Interest expense (related parties)
18
(121,222 )
(87,670 )
Gain on foreign currency
1
159,375
257,587
Loss on foreign currency
1
(178,156 )
(229,385 )
Gain on valuation of redeemable convertible preferred stock
6
114,768
74,950
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
19
(110,543 )
—
Loss before tax
(545,212 )
(372,026 )
Income tax expense
10
—
—
Loss for the year
$ (545,212 )
(372,026 )
See accompanying notes to the financial statements.
F-7
NS World Co., Ltd.
Statements of Comprehensive Loss
(in US dollars)
Notes
For the
year ended
December 31,
2025
For the
year ended
December 31,
2024
Loss for the year
$ (545,212 )
(372,026 )
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax
(78,137 )
263,950
Actuarial loss on defined benefits, net of tax
15
(14,440 )
(104,484 )
Total other comprehensive income (loss)
(92,577 )
159,466
Total comprehensive loss
$ (637,789 )
(212,560 )
See accompanying notes to the financial statements.
F-8
NS World Co., Ltd.
Statements of Changes in Stockholders’
Deficit
(in US dollars)
Common
stock
Additional
paid-in
capital
Accumulated
other
comprehensive
loss
Accumulated
deficit
Total
stockholders’
deficit
Balances at January 1, 2024
$ 1,130,991
—
(676,352 )
(2,323,309 )
(1,868,670 )
Loss for the period
—
—
—
(372,026 )
(372,026 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax
—
—
263,950
—
263,950
Actuarial loss on defined severance benefits, net of tax
—
—
(104,484 )
—
(104,484 )
Balances at December 31, 2024
$ 1,130,991
—
(516,886 )
(2,695,335 )
(2,081,230 )
Balances at January 1, 2025
$ 1,130,991
—
(516,886 )
(2,695,335 )
(2,081,230 )
Loss for the period
—
—
—
(545,212 )
(545,212 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax
—
—
(78,137 )
—
(78,137 )
Actuarial gain on defined severance benefits, net of tax
—
—
(14,440 )
—
(14,440 )
Amortization of accumulated other comprehensive income
—
—
58,490
—
58,490
Changes in redeemable convertible preferred shares
135,174
815,015
—
—
950,189
Balances at December 31, 2025
$ 1,266,165
815,015
(550,973 )
(3,240,547 )
(1,710,340 )
See accompanying notes to the financial statements.
F-9
NS World Co., Ltd.
Statements of Cash Flows
(In US dollars)
For the
year ended
December 31,
2025
For the
year ended
December 31,
2024
Cash flows from operating activities
Loss for the year
$ (545,212 )
(372,026 )
Adjustments to reconcile loss for the year to net cash provided by operating activities:
Inventory write-down (up) adjustment
(7,255 )
10,449
Depreciation and amortization
178,793
183,557
Interest expenses
178,666
144,300
Pension benefits provision
180,316
157,547
Gain on valuation of redeemable convertible preferred stock
(114,768 )
(74,950 )
Interest income
(8,421 )
(7,362 )
Gain on foreign currency remeasurement
(141,787 )
(231,916 )
Loss on foreign currency remeasurement
92,901
193,080
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
110,543
—
Others(*1)
59,938
(18,514 )
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable, net
(192,384 )
376,352
Non-trade accounts receivable, net
1,818,971
(1,149,251 )
Inventories
107,876
503,346
Other assets
(52,407 )
(16,431 )
Trade accounts payable
1,174,631
(348,716 )
Non-trade accounts payables
(2,277,412 )
1,200,482
Other payables
47,313
48,580
Other liabilities
111,055
(89,395 )
Cash paid during the period for interest
(141,276 )
(108,450 )
Net cash provided by operating activities
580,081
400,682
Cash flows from investing activities
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment
(89,746 )
(219,030 )
Proceeds from sale of short-term financial instruments
29,531
26,140
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment
28,361
38,181
Receipt of government grants
23,476
60,999
Increase in loans
(74,531 )
(86,949 )
Decrease in loans
43,594
58,967
Other investing activities(*2)
(211 )
(16,264 )
Net cash used in investing activities
(39,526 )
(137,956 )
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from short-term debt
1,450,578
231,245
Repayment of short-term debt
(1,306,710 )
(219,853 )
Repayment from current portion of long-term debt
(214,798 )
(222,423 )
Repayment of finance lease liabilities
(40,172 )
(40,904 )
Net cash used in financing activities
$ (111,102 )
(251,935 )
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
4,996
(54,128 )
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents
429,453
10,791
Cash and cash equivalents as of beginning of year
359,394
402,731
Cash and cash equivalents as of end of year
$ 793,843
359,394
(*1) USD 108,450 of amounts in prior periods has been reclassified
as cash paid during the period for interest in order to conform to current year presentation.
(*2) USD 58,967 of amounts in prior periods has been reclassified
as decrease in loans in order to conform to current year presentation.
See accompanying notes to the financial statements.
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NS World Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(1) Description of Business
NS World Co., Ltd. (the Company) was incorporated
in 2013 and the Company’s registered office is at 99, Naechuoksu-gil, Bugi-myeon, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do,
Republic of Korea. The Company specialize in the manufacture and sale of magnetic components for automobiles and electronic appliances.
(2) Basis of Presentation
These financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. The going
concern assumption contemplates the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, substantial
doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern exists.
(3) Going Concern
The going concern assumption contemplates the realization
of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, substantial doubt about the Company’s ability
to continue as a going concern exists.
Primarily due to a recent operating loss associated
with the business, the Company incurred losses of $545,212 and $372,026 for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The Company had negative working capital of $3,185,094 and $3,131,924 which excludes the cash and cash equivalents of $793,843 and $359,394,
and accumulated deficits of $3,240,547 and $2,695,335 as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Absent any other action, the Company
will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months.
The Company is evaluating strategies to obtain the
required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing
debt or entering into other financing arrangements, and restructuring of operations to grow revenues and decrease expenses. However, upon
the economic environment and the Company’s current capability, the Company may be unable to access future equity or debt financing
when needed. As such, there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain additional liquidity when needed or under acceptable
terms, if at all.
The financial statements do not include any adjustments
to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable
to continue as a going concern.
Subsequent to December 31, 2025, the Company
completed a comprehensive share exchange in January 2026 and became a wholly owned subsidiary within a broader corporate group. Management
has considered the impact of this transaction in its going concern assessment and expects that financial and operational support may be
available, if necessary, to support the Company’s planned operations. However, the extent and timing of such support are subject
to uncertainties, and therefore the conditions described above continue to raise substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to
continue as a going concern.
(4) Use of Estimates
The preparation of
financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts
of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the
reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant
items subject to such estimates and assumptions include the useful lives of fixed assets; allowance for credit losses. The valuation
of fixed assets, inventory, notes receivable, lease liabilities and right-of-use asset; and fair value measurements of financial
instruments, reserves for employee benefit obligations, income tax uncertainties, and other contingencies.
(5) Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid investments
with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
F-11
NS World Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
The Company presents restricted cash separately
from cash and cash equivalents in the balance sheets and there is no restricted cash for the year ended December 31, 2025, and 2024.
As of December 31,2025, the Company maintains its
cash and cash equivalents with Hana Bank, Woori Bank, Kookmin Bank and Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK),and the institutions are considered
to be financially sound and stable within the Korean financial system.
The Company’s cash and cash equivalents totaled
$793,843 as of December 31, 2025, compared with $359,394 as of December 31, 2024. A portion of these balances exceeded the deposit insurance
coverage limit which is KRW 100,000,000(equivalent to $69,691 and $68,027 for the year ended December 31, 2025, and 2024) per institution
provided by the Korea Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC). The Company has not experienced any losses on these deposits to date, and
management believes that the credit risk associated with these financial institutions remains low.
(6) Allowance for Credit Losses
The allowance for credit losses (ACL) is a valuation
account deducted from the amortized cost basis to present the net amount expected to be collected.
The estimate of expected credit losses is based
on the Company’s historical loss experience, adjusted for current and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions
and other pertinent factors affecting the Company’s customers such as known credit risk or industry trends.
The allowance is estimated over the contractual
term of the financial asset adjusted for expected prepayments. The contractual term excludes any extensions, renewals and modifications,
unless the borrower has a contractual option that provides it with the unilateral ability to extend the maturity date. The Company does
not have any off-balance-sheet credit exposures. Subsequent changes (favorable and unfavorable) in expected credit losses each period
are recognized immediately in net income as either credit loss expense or a reversal.
Trade accounts receivable
The Company uses an aging schedule to estimate the
ACL for trade accounts receivable. This method categorizes trade receivables into different groups based on industry and the number of days
past due. Past due status is measured based on the number of days since the payment due date. The trade receivables are evaluated
individually for expected credit losses if they no longer share similar risk characteristics. The Company determines that the receivables
no longer share similar risk characteristic if they are past due balances over 90 days and over a specified amount. The Company evaluates
the collectability of trade accounts receivable with payments that are more than 90 days past due on an individual basis to determine
if any are deemed uncollectible. Trade accounts receivable balances are deemed uncollectible and written off as a deduction from the allowance
after all means of collection have been exhausted. The company deemed the receivables from bankrupt customers, which have not been collected
for an extended period this year, as uncollectible and wrote them off. (See Note 3).
(7) Trade Accounts Receivable, net
Trade accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced
amount, net of an ACL and do not bear interest. Amounts collected on trade accounts receivable are included in net cash provided by operating
activities in the statements of cash flows.
(8) Inventories, net
Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and
net realizable value. The cost of inventories is determined by the weighted average method (for raw materials, sub-materials, finished
goods and merchandise) and the specific identification method (for inventory in transit and work in process goods). The Company assesses
the valuation of inventory and periodically writes down the value for estimated excess and obsolete inventory based upon assumptions about
future demand and market conditions.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
Cost of sales primarily consists of the purchase
cost of products sold to customers, production labor costs, and direct and indirect costs related to production.
(9) Revenue Recognition
The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies
performance obligations under the terms of its contracts, and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that
reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive from its customers in exchange for those products. This process involves identifying
the customer contract, determining the performance obligations in the contract, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction
price to the distinct performance obligations in the contract, and recognizing revenue when the performance obligations have been satisfied.
A performance obligation is considered distinct from other obligations in a contract when it (a) provides a benefit to the customer
either on its own or together with other resources that are readily available to the customer and (b) is separately identified in
the contract. The Company considers a performance obligation satisfied once it has transferred control of a good or product to a customer,
meaning the customer has the ability to direct the use and obtain the benefit of the product.
If the Company is principal in the revenue transactions,
the Company recognizes revenue as gross, otherwise the Company recognizes on a net basis. Certain services that arrange for another party
to transfer goods to a customer, where the Company does not maintain pricing discretion or retain control over the assets, are considered
to act as an agent. Throughout the transaction, the Company does not retain the substantive risks and rewards associated with the underlying
raw materials, and the counterparty retains control of the materials in a manner consistent with a typical sales transaction. The Company
concludes to serve as an agent and recognizes the net amount as brokerage income in other operating income.
The Company engages in
resale transactions where it purchases raw materials from specific parties, processes them, and resells them to the same
counterparties. The Company provides a tolling manufacturing service for the counterparties in these arrangements, in which the counterparty
retains control of the inventory throughout the process. The Company’s performance obligation under these arrangements is the delivery
of tolling services. Accordingly, the net transaction amount is recognized as revenue upon completion
of these services. The toll process revenue recognized for the year ended December 31, 2025 was $7,985. The Company also engages in repurchase
transactions where it sells raw materials to specific parties and repurchases them after they have been processed. The Company has an
obligation to repurchase the inventory in these transactions. The Company maintains control of the inventory throughout the process as
the Company retains legal title to the inventory and bears inventory risk throughout the process. The processing period is typically
15 to 60 days, and the pricing is determined based on the counterparties’ processing costs. The Company accounts for these transactions
as receiving toll manufacturing services rather than as distinct sales/purchases or product financing. As a result, the net transaction
amount is recognized as processing fees (cost of goods manufactured). As of December 31, 2025, and 2024, the Company recognized
non-trade accounts receivables of $802,237 and $2,555,265, respectively, and non-trade accounts payables of $914,930
and $3,114,212, respectively, related to repurchase transactions.
Shipping and handling costs associated with outbound
freight, after control over product has transferred to a customer, are accounted for as a fulfillment cost and are included in selling,
general and administrative expenses as incurred.
Taxes assessed by a government authority that are
both imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction, that are collected by the Company from a customer, are excluded
from sales.
The Company’s primary source of revenue is
product and merchandise sales of components for automotive and home appliance magnets. Revenue from product and merchandise sales is recognized
when control of the goods is transferred to the customer, which is typically at the point of delivery, at which time the significant risks
and rewards of ownership also pass to the customer. Contracts with customers generally state the terms of the sale, including the quantity
and price of each product purchased. Payment terms and conditions may vary by contract. Such contracts do not include a significant financing
component. In addition, contracts typically do not contain variable consideration as the contracts include stated prices, as such, no
such provision — e.g. rebates or discounts — is provided. The Company provides assurance type warranties on all of its products, which are
not separate performance obligations and are outside the scope of Topic 606. There was no loss contingencies related to warranties
recorded as of December 31, 2025 and 2024.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
(10) Property, Plant, and Equipment
Property, plant, and equipment are stated at cost.
Plant and equipment under finance leases are stated at the present value of the lease payments.
Depreciation on plant and equipment is calculated
using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The estimated useful life of buildings is 20 years,
while the estimated useful lives of machinery and equipment is 6 years and others are 5 years.
Once an asset is identified for retirement or disposition,
the related cost and accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed, and a gain or loss is recorded.
(11) Government Grants
The Company receives grants from local government
agencies and public institutions in relation to asset acquisition and research activity that are necessary for the Company’s business
activities. Government grants are either deducted from the carrying amount of the related assets or recognized as income when there is
reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with the relevant conditions and that the grant will be received. Government grants
related to assets are presented in the Balance Sheets by deducting the grant from the carrying amount of the asset. If it is not related
to the acquisition of an asset, it can be treated as a grant related to income. Government grants related to income are presented to other
income (presented in operating income) in the statement of operations. For the years ended December 31, 2025, and 2024, the
Company recognized asset-related grants of $86,302 and $60,999, respectively, (recorded as netting in the related asset accounts on the
balance sheets) and income-related grants of $17,413 and $78,162, respectively.
The Company has elected to apply an accounting policy
by analogy to IAS 20, Accounting for Government Grants and Disclosure of Government Assistance, which is commonly accepted in practice
under GAAP. The Company believes that this policy appropriately reflects the economic substance of the transactions and enhances
comparability with other industry participants.
(12) Leases
The Company has entered into various operating and
finance lease agreements for certain office spaces, transportation equipment and office equipment. The Company determines if an arrangement
is a lease, or contains a lease, at inception and records the leases in the financial statements upon lease commencement, which is the
date when the underlying asset is made available for use by the lessor.
The Company has lease agreements with lease and
non-lease components, and elected to utilize the practical expedient to account for lease and non-lease components together as a single
combined lease component.
The Company also elected the short-term lease exception,
except for real estate, and therefore only recognizes right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for leases with a term greater than one
year. When determining lease terms, the Company factors in options to extend or terminate leases when it is reasonably certain that the
Company will exercise that option.
Both operating lease right-of-use assets and operating
lease liabilities, as well as finance lease right-of-use assets and finance lease liabilities are recognized based on the present value
of the future minimum lease payments over the lease term at commencement date. As most of the leases do not provide an implicit rate,
the Company uses an incremental borrowing rate based on the information available at commencement date in determining the present value
of future payments.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
Lease expenses for operating leases are recognized
on a straight-line basis over the lease term and classified as cost of sales or selling, general and administrative expenses depending
on the nature of the leased asset. Depreciation expense on the right-of-use assets arising from finance leases are recognized over the
lease term and classified as cost of sales or selling, general and administrative expenses depending on the nature of the leased asset.
Interest expenses on finance lease liabilities are recognized as interest expenses in the statements of operations over the lease term.
(13) Equipment Maintenance Activities
The Company incurs maintenance costs on its major
equipment. Repair and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
(14) Other Assets
Other assets (current and non-current) consist of
prepaid expenses, value added tax, advance payments and leasehold deposits.
(15) Research and Development and Advertising
Research and development and advertising costs are
expensed as incurred. Research and development costs amounted to $163,496 and $188,492 in 2025 and 2024, respectively. Advertising costs
amounted to $28,082 and $3,666 in 2025 and 2024. Such costs are included in selling, general, and administrative expenses in the statement
of profit or loss.
(16) Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses primarily
consist of employee-related costs, depreciation on buildings and equipment, amortization of right-of-use assets, professional and service
fees, lease and utilities expense.
(17) Income Taxes
Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and
liability method.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized
for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities
and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured
using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be
recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period
that includes the enactment date. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is more likely than not that sufficient taxable
income will be available to realize the related tax benefits.
The Company recognizes and measures uncertain tax
positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return utilizing a two-step process. In the first step, recognition, we determine whether
it is more-likely-than-not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination, including resolution of any related appeals or litigation
processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The second step addresses measurement of a tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not
criteria. The tax position is measured at the largest amount of benefit that has a likelihood of greater than 50 percent of being realized
upon ultimate settlement.
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU No. 2023-09, Improvements to
Income Tax Disclosures (Topic 740). The ASU requires disaggregated information about a reporting entity’s effective tax rate reconciliation
as well as additional information on income taxes paid. The ASU became effective on a prospective basis for the Company for the year-end
December 31, 2025. The effect of ASU 2023-09 is reflected in Note 10. Management has concluded that the adoption of this standard
will not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
The Company records interest related to unrecognized
tax benefits in interest expense and penalties in selling, general, and administrative expenses.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
(18) Defined Severance Benefits
The Company has a defined benefit pension plan covering
substantially all employees upon their retirement in accordance with the Retirement Benefit Security Act of Korea. For executives,
the retirement allowance is applied in accordance with the Company’s Articles of Incorporation. Eligible employees and executives
with one or more years of service are entitled to severance payments upon termination of employment, based on their length of service
and pay rate.
The Company recognizes the net funded status of
its pension plans in the balance sheets, measured as the difference between the projected benefit obligation and the fair value of plan
assets, with corresponding changes recognized in earning or other comprehensive income. Under ASC 715, service cost, interest cost,
expected return on plan assets, and the amortization of actuarial gains or losses and prior service cost are recognized in Net Income.
Actuarial gains and losses and prior service cost arising from plan amendments are initially recorded in Other Comprehensive Income and
subsequently amortized into Net Income in accordance with ASC 715.
The obligations are measured annually, or more frequently
if there is a remeasurement event, based on our measurement date utilizing various actuarial assumptions and methodologies. The Company
uses certain assumptions including, but not limited to, the discount rates, salary growth rates, and certain employee-related factors,
such as turnover, retirement age and mortality. The Company uses the discount rate based on observations of relevant corporate bonds in
the market.
The Company reviews actuarial assumptions and makes
modifications to the assumptions based on current rates and trends when appropriate. The Company has adopted an amortization approach
and the net cumulative gain or loss at the beginning of the period in excess of the corridor is amortized into net periodic benefit cost
on a straight-line basis over the expected average remaining service period of the employees participating in the plan.
(19) Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets, such as property, plant, and
equipment, and intangible assets subject to amortization, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate
that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If circumstances require a long-lived asset or asset group to be tested for
possible impairment, the Company first compares undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by that asset or asset group to its carrying
amount. If the carrying amount of the long-lived asset or asset group is not recoverable on an undiscounted cash flow basis, an impairment
loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount exceeds its fair value. Fair value is determined through various valuation techniques
including discounted cash flow models, quoted market values and third-party independent appraisals, as considered necessary.
(20) Commitments and Contingencies
Liabilities for loss contingencies arising from
claims, assessments, litigation, fines, and penalties and other sources are recorded when it is probable that a liability has been incurred
and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Legal costs incurred in connection with loss contingencies are expensed as incurred.
(21) Fair Value Measurements
The Company measures the redeemable convertible
preferred stock and dissenting shareholder appraisal rights at fair value.
The Company uses valuation approaches that maximize
the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible. The Company determines fair value based
on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability in the principal or most advantageous market.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
When considering market participant
assumptions in fair value measurements, the following fair value hierarchy distinguishes between observable and unobservable inputs,
which are categorized in one of the following levels (see Note 6):
● Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for
identical assets or liabilities accessible to the reporting entity at the measurement date.
● Level 2: Other than quoted prices included in Level 1 inputs
that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
● Level 3: Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability
used to measure fair value to the extent that observable inputs are not available, thereby allowing for situations in which there is
little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability at measurement date.
(22) Foreign Currency
The functional currency of the Company is the Korean
Won. Transactions in foreign currency occur from overseas sales and purchases and are conducted in U.S. dollars and Japanese yen.
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the Company at the exchange rates at the dates of the
transactions. Transaction gains and losses are included in “Gain/Loss on foreign currency” in the statements of operations.
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rate at
the reporting date, which are included in the Gain/Loss on foreign currency in the statements of operations. As of December 31, 2025,
net asset underlying the foreign currency-denominated value are $158,167. As of December 31, 2024, net asset underlying the foreign
currency-denominated value are $277,812.
Assets and liabilities of the Company are translated
into U.S. dollars, the reporting currency, at the exchange rate in effect at the end of each period. Revenue and expenses for the
Company are translated into U.S. dollars using average rates that approximate those in effect during the period. Currency translation
adjustments are included in “Accumulated other comprehensive loss” a separate component of Stockholders’ deficit.
(23) Recently Adopted Accounting Standards
In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-09, “Income
Taxes (Topic 740) — Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures.” The standard requires disclosure of specific categories of an
entity’s income tax expenses and income taxes paid among other disclosures. We adopted ASU 2023-09 for 2025 on a prospective basis,
and upon adoption, the guidance did not have a material impact on our financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows, as the
guidance pertains to disclosure only. Refer to Note 10 — “Income Taxes” for additional information.
In 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-05, which provides
entities with a practical expedient permitting the use of current conditions as of the balance sheet date without incorporating expectations
of future economic changes when developing reasonable and supportable forecasts as part of estimating expected credit losses.
The Company has elected to apply January 1, 2025,
the practical expedient under ASU 2025-05. Consistent with this guidance, the Company does not incorporate forward-looking macroeconomic
forecasts in its measurement of expected credit losses. Instead, the Company utilizes a historical roll-rate methodology based on the
most recent three years of aging data to estimate expected credit losses on trade receivables. This approach aligns with the recent amendments,
which permit credit loss estimates to be based solely on current conditions and observable historical loss experience. Under this framework,
the Company’s existing roll-rate model remains appropriate, and no additional forward-looking assumptions are required beyond the
Company’s historical collection patterns.
Accordingly, the Company’s adoption of ASU 2025-05 did not have
a material impact on its financial statements
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Notes to the Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
(24) New Accounting Standards and Interpretations Not Yet Adopted
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-03,
Reporting Comprehensive Income — Expense Disaggregation Disclosures, which becomes effective for fiscal years beginning
after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027. The standard requires
to disclose disaggregated information about certain income statement expense line items. The Company has not yet completed its detailed
assessment of the impact of this standard. Management is currently evaluating the potential effects of the new disclosure requirements
on the Company’s financial statement presentation and related disclosures. At this time, the Company has not identified any material
impact on its financial statements; however, the evaluation remains ongoing.
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU 2024-04,
Debt — Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20): Induced Conversions of Convertible Debt Instruments.
This ASU clarifies the requirements for determining whether certain settlements of convertible debt instruments should be accounted for
as induced conversions. ASU 2024-04 is effective for the Company’s annual reporting periods beginning after December 15,
2025. Adoption is either with a prospective method of transition or a retrospective method of transition that is retrospective to the
later of the beginning of earliest period presented and the date the entity adopted ASU 2020-06. Early adoption is permitted for
all entities that have adopted ASU 2020-06. The Company does not expect the adoption of ASU 2024-04 to have a material effect
on its financial statements.
In December 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-10 Government
Grants (Topic 832), which establishes the first comprehensive U.S. GAAP guidance for business entities on the recognition, measurement,
and presentation of government grants. This new standard addresses the historical absence of explicit GAAP guidance that led many entities
to analogize to IAS 20 or other models.
The guidance is effective for public business entities
for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2028, including interim periods within those fiscal years, and one year later for all
other entities. Early adoption is permitted.
The Company is currently evaluating the impact of
this standard on its financial statements.
2. Significant Risks and Uncertainties Including Business and Credit
Concentrations
The Company manufactures components for automotive
and home appliance magnets. The Company’s main products are plastic magnets and rubber magnets.
The Company has a single operating segment and as of the end
of the reporting period, assets and liabilities of the segment are the same as presented in financial statements.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
2. Significant Risks and Uncertainties Including
Business and Credit Concentrations (cont.)
The following table disaggregates revenue by category.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Revenue by category
Products
$ 5,432,286
4,941,810
Merchandise
933,499
1,046,619
Toll processing(*)
7,985
62,838
(*)
This revenue corresponds to toll-processing revenue
and relates to transactions in which the company purchases goods from the customer, Coreindus Co., Ltd., for consideration, performs processing,
and then sells the processed goods. Because the company does not have control over the inventory in these transactions, the revenue is
recognized on a net basis as an agent.
During 2025, domestic sales are approximately $5,877,248
(or 92% of total net revenue) and export sales are approximately $496,522 (or 8% of total net revenue).
During 2024, domestic sales are approximately $5,534,777
(or 91% of total net revenue) and export sales are approximately $516,491 (or 9% of total net revenue).
The major export countries are China and Vietnam.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, the major export countries were China ($456,424 or 92%) and Vietnam ($18,692 or 4%)
Sales to a small number of major customers account
for the majority of the Company’s total net revenue. If orders from existing major customers decrease, there is a possibility of
a loss of sales, which may adversely affect business results.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, the customers
accounting for 10% or more of total revenue are Customer A and Customer B, with revenues of $2,854,759 (or 45% of total net revenue) and
$1,296,620(or 20% of total net revenue), respectively.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, the customers
that accounted for 10% or more of total revenue are Customer A and Customer B, with revenues of $2,238,762(or 37% of total net revenue)
and $1,300,954(or 21% of total net revenue), respectively.
The following table disaggregates trade accounts
receivable by major customers.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Customer A
$ 31,798
(2 )%
190,048
(14 )%
Customer B
927,335
(61 )%
620,307
(45 )%
Total
$ 959,133
(63 )%
810,355
(59 )%
3. Trade Accounts Receivable, net
(1) Allowance for credit losses as of December 31, 2025 and
2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Allowance for credit losses (ACL)
$ (33,140 )
(10,297 )
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Notes to the Financial Statements
3. Trade Accounts Receivable, net (cont.)
(2) The following is a summary of the changes in allowance for credit
losses for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
2025
2024
(in US dollars)
Trade
Receivables
Trade
Receivables
Beginning
$ (10,297 )
(63,028 )
Recoveries
—
48,485
Provision for credit losses
(22,792 )
—
Others
(51 )
4,246
Ending
$ (33,140 )
(10,297 )
(3) The following is contract liabilities representing the Company’s
obligation to transfer goods or services to customers for which consideration has been received. There are no contract assets representing
the Company’s right to consideration in exchange for goods or services transferred to the customers as of December 31, 2025 and
2024. These are presented within other current liabilities.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Contract liabilities
$ 78,546
—
4. Non-trade Accounts Receivable and Payable
(1) Non-trade accounts receivable
The Company disaggregates the non-trade account
receivable by type of financing receivable when assessing and monitoring risk and performance of the entire portfolio.
Short-term loan receivables are unsecured and generally
have terms of one year, requiring payments of principal and interest at maturity. Other receivables generally represent receivables from
repurchase/resale transaction and are unsecured, and they generally have terms of less than one year, requiring payments of principal
at maturity.
The amortized cost basis of non-trade account receivable,
net as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Non-trade account receivable, net:
Short-term loan receivable
$ 10,154
13,993
Short-term loan receivable (related parties)
98,383
62,020
Other receivables
174,097
982,411
Toll Processing
150,069
977,573
Other
24,028
4,838
Other receivables (related parties)
652,168
1,577,693
Toll Processing
652,168
1,577,693
Other
—
—
Total
$ 934,802
2,636,117
There was no allowance for credit losses related
to non-trade account receivable recorded as of December 31, 2025 and 2024.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
4. Non-trade Accounts Receivable and Payable (cont.)
(2) Non-trade accounts payable
The balances of non-trade accounts payable as of
December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Non-trade account payable, net:
Other payables
117,425
994,381
Toll Processing
75,372
966,167
Other
42,053
28,214
Other payables (related parties)
872,987
2,149,361
Toll Processing
839,558
2,148,045
Other
33,429
1,316
Total
$ 990,412
3,143,742
5. Inventories
Details of Inventories as of December 31, 2025
and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Raw materials
$ 208,960
150,252
Indirect materials
98,690
160,528
Inventory in transit
29,747
—
Work in process
162,981
345,690
Finished goods
454,565
356,757
Merchandise
28,592
51,193
Sub-total
983,535
1,064,420
Write-down of raw materials
(790 )
(1,057 )
Write-down of Indirect-materials
(32,255 )
(13,964 )
Write-down of Work in process
(5,263 )
—
Write-down of finished goods
(39,344 )
(67,796 )
Total
$ 905,883
981,603
As of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, the
balance of the inventory provision was $77,652 and $82,817 respectively. There was provision of $(-)7,255 and $10,449 incurred during
the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
6. Fair Value Measurements
(1) Fair value represents the price that would be received to sell
an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Fair value measurements
are reported in one of three levels reflecting the significant inputs used to determine fair value.
Level 1 —
Observable inputs that reflect unadjusted quoted prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets as of the reporting date.
Level 2 —
Observable market-based inputs or unobservable inputs that are corroborated by market data. These are inputs other than quoted prices in active markets included in Level 1, which are either directly or indirectly observable as of the reporting date.
Level 3 —
Unobservable inputs that are not corroborated by market data and may be used with internally developed methodologies that result in management’s best estimate of fair value.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
6. Fair Value Measurements (cont.)
(2) The following summarizes our financial liabilities that are
measured at fair value:
(in US dollars)
Classification
Measurement
Level
2025
2024
Redeemable convertible preferred stock (RCPS)
Financial liabilities
Level 3
$ —
1,007,641
Dissenting shareholder appraisal rights (DSAR)
Share repurchase
liabilities
Level 3
109,566
—
(3) The following table summarizes changes in the redeemable convertible
preferred stock and dissenting shareholder appraisal rights during 2025 and 2024:
2025
2024
(in US dollars)
RCPS
DSAR
RCPS
DSAR
Beginning January 1
$ 1,007,641
—
1,228,062
—
Loss (Gain) in fair value
(114,768 )
110,543
(74,950 )
—
Conversion to common shares
(950,189 )
—
—
—
Changes in foreign currency translation
57,316
(977 )
(145,471 )
—
Ending December 31
—
109,566
1,007,641
—
The change in fair value of the redeemable convertible
preferred stock resulted in a gain of $114,768 and $74,950 for the year ended December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, which
was recognized in the statements of operations within loss and gain on valuation of redeemable convertible preferred stock. Redeemable
convertible shares were converted to common shares during the year ended December 31, 2025.
As of December 31, 2025, the Company’s liability related to dissenting shareholder appraisal rights (“DSAR put option”) is classified as Level 3 within the fair
value hierarchy due to the use of significant unobservable inputs. The change in fair value of the DSAR put option resulted in a loss
of $110,543 for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was recognized in the statements of operations within loss on share repurchase liabilities.
(4) The carrying amounts of our financial instruments, including
cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, commercial paper notes, accounts payable and accrued expenses, approximate fair value
due to their short maturities.
Our short-term and long-term debt are recorded at
amortized cost. The carrying amount of the long-term debt approximates its fair value as of December 31, 2025, and December 31,
2024, due primarily to the interest rates approximating market interest rates.
(5) Redeemable convertible preferred stock (RCPS)
The Company estimated the fair value of redeemable
convertible preferred stock using the Tsiveriotis-Fernandes model with strip and bootstrapping method. The fair value is estimated using
Level 3 inputs based on stock price volatility of similar listed companies.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
6. Fair Value Measurements (cont.)
Quantitative information as of December 31,
2024 for the significant unobservable inputs of redeemable convertible preferred stock used to value the Company’s Level 3 liabilities
measured at fair value:
Unobservable
Inputs
Assumptions
Factors
December 31, 2024
Volatility
Mean of the annual volatility of proxy companies
45.8 %
Risk neutrality probability, max
Dynamic hedge for each node
48.8 %
As of December 31, 2025, there were no liabilities
required to be measured at fair value, as the redeemable convertible preferred stock, which matured in May 2025, was automatically
converted into common stock upon maturity.
For the fair value of the redeemable convertible
preferred stock, reasonably possible changes at the reporting date to one of the significant unobservable inputs, holding other inputs
constant, would have the following effects in the statement of profit or loss.
2025
2024
(in US dollars)
Increase
Decrease
Increase
Decrease
Volatility of underlying stock price (+/-10%p)
$ —
—
(21,095 )
21,060
Underlying stock price (+/-5%p)
—
—
(31,312 )
31,312
(6) Valuation of DSAR Put Option
The DSAR put option represents a freestanding financial
instrument that provides dissenting shareholders with the right to require the Company to repurchase their shares at a predetermined price,
contingent on closing of the Share Exchange Agreement described in Note 14. The Company accounts for this instrument as a derivative liability
measured at fair value, with changes in fair value recognized in earnings.
The fair value of the DSAR put option is determined
using a valuation model based on the difference between:
1) the present value of the expected cash settlement amount (including
statutory interest), and
2) the present value of the underlying share value to be received
in a share exchange transaction
The valuation incorporates significant assumptions,
including:
1) expected cash settlement value based on contractual terms
and statutory interest rates
2) estimated fair value of the Company’s shares
3) probability of occurrence of the underlying transaction
4) discount rates reflecting the time value of money
Due to the use of significant unobservable inputs,
the DSAR put option is classified as a Level 3 financial liability.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
7. Property, plant and equipment
(1) Details of Property, plant and equipment as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 are as follows:
Accumulated
Carrying
Useful
Initial Cost
depreciation
Amount
(in US dollars)
Lives
2025
2024
2025
2024
2025
2024
Land
—
$ 666,242
650,333
—
—
666,242
650,333
Buildings, structures and related equipment
20
545,392
502,995
(338,380 )
(289,315 )
207,012
213,680
Machinery and equipment
6
928,119
1,001,196
(763,141 )
(772,514 )
164,978
228,682
Vehicles
5
77,575
49,046
(36,097 )
(29,610 )
41,478
19,436
Furniture and fixtures
5
39,465
38,522
(39,462 )
(38,519 )
3
3
Construction in progress
20,008
37,354
—
—
20,008
37,354
Tools and Office Equipment
5
855,366
805,010
(745,658 )
(684,937 )
109,708
120,073
Finance lease right-of-use assets
5
148,839
148,753
(77,442 )
(70,822 )
71,397
77,931
Total
$ 3,281,006
3,233,209
(2,000,180 )
(1,885,717 )
1,280,826
1,347,492
Total depreciation for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024 was $178,793 and $183,557, respectively.
(2) As of December 31,2025, the details of Property, plant
and equipment pledged as collateral are as follows:
Collateral Provided Asset
Net
Carrying
Value
Pledged
Amount
Creditor
Relevant Debt
Amount
Land and buildings
$ 800,972
965,419
Industrial Bank of Korea
737,794
Machinery and equipment
50,325
8. Leases
The Company has operating leases for certain office
spaces and finance leases for certain transportation equipment. Operating lease assets and liabilities are included in operating lease
right-of-use assets and operating lease liabilities, respectively, on the balance sheets. Finance lease assets and liabilities are included
in property, plant and equipment and finance lease liabilities, respectively, on the balance sheets.
The lease agreement of office space includes renewal
options. Because the Company is not reasonably certain to exercise these renewal options, the options are not considered in determining
the lease term, and associated potential option payments are excluded from lease payments.
The Company’s leases generally do not include
termination options for either party to the lease or restrictive financial or other covenants. Payments due under the lease contracts
include fixed payments only.
(1) The components of lease expense for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Operating lease expense
$ —
6,158
Finance lease expense:
Amortization of right-of-use assets
25,727
32,063
Interest on lease liabilities
6,770
11,063
Sub-total
32,497
43,126
Short-term lease expense
751
783
Total
$ 33,248
50,067
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Notes to the Financial Statements
8. Leases (cont.)
(2) Amounts reported in the balance sheets as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Operating Leases:
Operating lease right-of-use assets
$ —
4,616
Long-term operating lease liabilities
—
—
Current portion of long-term and short-term operating lease liabilities
—
4,616
Total
$ —
4,616
Finance Leases:
Finance lease right-of-use assets
$ 148,839
148,753
Less: Accumulated amortization assets
(77,442 )
(70,822 )
Total
$ 71,397
77,931
Long-term finance lease liabilities
$ 36,706
56,506
Current portion of long-term finance lease liabilities
29,191
30,598
Total
$ 65,897
87,104
(3) Other information related to leases as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Cash used in operations for operating leases
$ —
6,158
Cash used in operations for finance leases
40,172
40,904
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases
$ —
5,937
Finance leases
39,960
—
Reductions to ROU assets resulting from reductions to lease obligations:
Operating leases
—
5,855
Finance leases
48,476
32,063
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases
—
0.84 years
Finance leases
2.64 years
2.54 years
Weighted average discount rate
Operating leases
—
6.83 %
Finance leases
9.69 %
10.03 %
(4) Maturities of lease liabilities under noncancellable leases
as of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
2025
(in US dollars)
Finance
Lease
2026
$ 34,280
2027
24,990
2028
6,411
2029
6,411
2030
2,718
Thereafter
—
Sub-total
74,810
Less imputed interest
(8,913 )
Total
$ 65,897
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NS World Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
9. Debt
(1) Short-Term debt
Details of carrying amounts of short-term debt as
of December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars) Maturity Date
Interest
Rate
(%)
Borrowing
Limit
2025
2024
November 2026(*)
5.61
$ 139,383
$ 139,383
136,054
March 2026 – November 2026(*)
4.88 – 6.87
600,739
579,831
565,988
April 2026(*)
4.98
139,383
139,383
136,054
November 2026(*)
5.44
112,377
112,342
109,660
May 2026(*)
6.46
348,456
323,367
315,646
May 2026(*)
4.89 – 5.36
139,383
139,383
136,054
August 2026(*)
6.05
348,456
348,456
340,136
August 2026(*)
4.52
348,456
348,267
339,951
June 2026
4.60
300,000
138,000
138,000
May 2026 – June 2026
6.00
229,981
229,981
—
–
—
278,765
—
85,298
Total
$ 2,498,393
2,302,841
(*) The debt was borrowed from Industrial Bank of Korea, the primary
owner of the Company.
The weighted-average interest rate on outstanding
short-term debts was 5.54% at December 31, 2025.
(2) Long-Term Debt
Details of carrying amounts of long-term debt as
of December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Description
Maturity Date
Interest
Rate
(%)
Borrowing
Limit
2025
2024
Working capital loans
March 2027
4.52
$ 125,444
$ 125,444
122,449
Facility loans
September 2031
1.50
67,182
55,140
63,184
Facility loans
March 2031
1.50
40,421
40,421
39,456
Working capital loans
March 2026 – February 2027
3.13 – 3.17
557,530
110,294
288,965
Working capital loans
March 2028
3.06
69,691
52,122
68,027
Sub-total
383,421
582,081
Less: current portion of long-term debt
(137,501 )
(207,816 )
Total
$ 245,920
374,265
Future principal payments for long-term debt as
of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Long-term
debt
Less than 1 year
$ 137,501
Between 1 – 2 years
177,894
Between 2 – 5 years
58,813
Over 5 years
9,213
Total
$ 383,421
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Notes to the Financial Statements
10. Income Taxes
We are subject to income taxation primarily in Republic
of Korea. The Korean entities are subject to periodic or special tax examinations by the Republic of Korea tax authorities in accordance
with the Framework Act on National Taxes. In general, the statute of limitations for corporate income tax in Korea is 5 years (it extends
to 7 years for non-filing and 10 years for fraudulent activities). There are no ongoing tax audits or examinations by the Korean authorities.
(1) There are no income tax (benefit) expenses recorded attributable
to current taxes and deferred taxes, except tax expenses (benefit) directly recorded in equity for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024.
(2) The components of loss before income taxes are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Korea
$ (545,212 )
(372,026 )
(3) Differences between the provision at the local statutory rate
and the provision recorded are as follows:
2025
2024
(in US dollars)
Amount
Rate(%)
Amount
Rate(%)
Taxes computed at the statutory rate
$ (59,973 )
11.0
(36,831 )
9.9
Differences resulting from:
Other non-deductible expense
(104 )
(0.0 )
(49,605 )
13.3
Tax credit
(43,277 )
7.9
—
—
Change in valuation allowance
103,354
(18.9 )
78,816
(21.2 )
Other
—
—
7,620
(2.0 )
Income tax (benefit) expense
$ —
—
—
—
Effective tax rate (%)
—
—
—
—
Our resulting effective tax rate differs from the
applicable statutory rate primarily due to changes in the valuation allowance against our deferred tax assets.
The Company’s primary business operations
are conducted in Korea and are subject to Korea’s corporate income tax law. Therefore, the Company applies the corporate income
tax rate of Korea and do not apply the United States federal income tax rate.
(4) Income taxes of $109 were paid for the year ended December 31,
2025, and a tax refund of $19 was received for the year ended December 31, 2024.
(5) The income tax effects of temporary differences that give rise
to significant portions of the deferred income tax assets and deferred income tax liabilities were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Deferred tax assets:
Accrued vacation
15,931
11,733
Lease liabilities
6,728
8,624
Redeemable convertible preferred stock
115,485
101,453
Retirement benefit
126,887
95,914
Inventories
29,455
32,839
Write-downs of inventories
12,093
15,438
Land revaluation
47,402
41,643
Net operating loss(NOL) carry-forward
186,988
114,492
Tax credit carry-forward(*)
203,648
83,581
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
12,052
—
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Notes to the Financial Statements
10. Income Taxes (cont.)
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Foreign currency translation
4,322
—
Others
32,611
25,675
Total deferred tax assets before VA
793,602
531,392
Valuation allowance (VA)
(750,356 )
(488,426 )
Total deferred tax assets
43,246
42,966
Deferred tax liabilities:
Property, plant and equipment
(14,468 )
(11,305 )
Right-of-use assets
(7,333 )
(7,715 )
Accrued expense
(9,375 )
(3,980 )
Provision and allowances
(644 )
(2,808 )
Foreign currency translation
—
(7,502 )
Notes Receivable
(9,612 )
(8,444 )
Others
(1,814 )
(1,212 )
Total deferred tax liabilities
(43,246 )
(42,966 )
Net deferred tax assets
$ —
—
(*) R&D (Research and Development) Tax Credit
11. Uncertain Tax Positions
There are no unrecognized tax benefits as of December 31,
2025 and 2024.
12. Redeemable convertible preferred stock
In May 2015, the Company issued 37,500 shares
of redeemable convertible preferred stock (“RCPS”) with a 10-year maturity.
The details of the Company’s redeemable convertible
preferred stock are as follows:
Category
Details
Issuance Date
May 22, 2015
Outstanding shares
37,500 shares
Par Value
5,000 KRW (equivalent to $3.5)
Issuance Amount
750,000,000 KRW (equivalent to $522,685)
Conversion Price
20,000 KRW (equivalent to $13.9)
Conversion Period
From the day following the issuance date until 10 years later (Subsequently automatically converted to common stock)
Conversion Ratio
1 preferred share to 1 common share (certain adjustments may apply based on the IPO offering price)
Redemption Guaranteed Yield
Annual 5.8%
Redemption Claimable Period
After 42 months from the issuance date, until the conversion
Dividends
participating cumulative, annual 1%
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Notes to the Financial Statements
12. Redeemable convertible preferred stock
(cont.)
Upon the holder’s exercise of the redemption right during the
year ended 2023, the RCPS became mandatorily redeemable in accordance with ASC 480, Distinguishing Liabilities from Equity. Therefore,
the Company reclassified the RCPS to a financial liability. As of the reclassification date, the Company elected to measure the RCPS at
fair value with changes in fair value recognized in earnings. See Note 6.
The automatic conversion
of the RCPS to common equity in May 2025, resulted in derecognition of the RCPS liability through settlement via issuance of common shares.
Immediately prior to conversion, the liability was remeasured to fair value as of the conversion date. As a result of the automatic conversion
of 37,500 redeemable convertible preferred shares (conversion ratio: 1 preferred share to 1 common share, conversion price: KRW 20,000),
the total number of issued and outstanding common shares increased to 289,055 as of the conversion date.
13. Other Operating Income
Other operating income for the years ended
December 31, 2025 and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Government grant income
$ 17,413
78,162
Income from the provision of technical services
—
10,612
Brokerage income
4,518
—
Rental income
17,213
17,947
Gain on Disposal of Tangible Assets
21,954
34,265
Other operating income
—
6,383
Total
$ 61,098
147,369
14. Stockholders’ Deficit
As of December 31, 2025, the Company has 1,043,720
authorized shares of which 289,055 shares of common stock were issued and outstanding, with a par value KRW 5,000 per share. As of December 31,
2024, the Company had the same 1,043,720 authorized shares, of which 251,555 were common stock and 37,500 were redeemable convertible
preferred stock, all issued and outstanding. The redeemable convertible preferred stock was converted into common stock during the current
year.
Common Stock
Holders of common stock are entitled to one vote
per share, and to receive dividends and, upon liquidation or dissolution, are entitled to receive all assets available for distribution
to stockholders. The holders have no pre-emptive or other subscription rights, and there are no redemption or sinking fund provisions
with respect to such shares. Common stock is subordinate to the preferred stock with respect to dividend rights and rights upon liquidation,
winding up and dissolution of the Company.
Accumulated other comprehensive income(loss)
Accumulated other comprehensive income(loss) is
consist of foreign currency translation adjustments and actuarial gain on net liability of defined benefits. In case of the actuarial
gain on liability of defined benefits, it is amortized into net periodic benefits cost on a straight-line basis over the expected average
remaining service period of employees.
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Notes to the Financial Statements
14. Stockholders’ Deficit (cont.)
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the share exchange transactions
contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”), by and
among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who formally
dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were granted
statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders
may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice
identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”). Upon receipt of
valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided the Share Exchange
remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company), after which any
unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price for the Appraisal
Shares was $44.87 per share, as determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through the
Agreements.
Management accounts for these appraisal rights as
a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the obligation becomes unconditional at merger
close.
15. Defined Severance Benefits
(1) The following table sets forth the plan’s benefit obligations,
fair value of plan assets, and funded status at December 31, 2025 and 2024;
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Benefit obligations
$ 1,225,225
1,004,416
Fair value of plan assets
(241,288 )
(215,091 )
Funded status
$ 983,937
789,325
(2) The following table summarizes changes in the defined severance
benefits obligation including benefit costs and benefits paid during 2025 and 2024:
Benefit obligations
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Beginning balance
$ 1,004,416
878,506
Service cost
180,316
157,547
Interest cost
21,412
20,840
Actuarial loss
18,720
154,893
Benefits paid
(22,460 )
(81,263 )
Others
22,821
(126,107 )
Ending balance
$ 1,225,225
1,004,416
Classification:
Current
$ 641,226
498,968
Non-current
583,999
505,448
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Notes to the Financial Statements
15. Defined Severance Benefits (cont.)
The following table summarizes changes in the plan
assets during 2025 and 2024:
Plan assets
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Beginning balance
$ 215,091
237,239
Employer contribution
9,141
8,798
Interest income
7,702
6,666
Actuarial gain (loss)
4,279
(6,658 )
Benefits paid
—
—
Others
5,075
(30,954 )
Ending balance
$ 241,288
215,091
As of December 31, 2025, the plan assets consisted
of 99.7% time deposits and 0.3% cash equivalents.
(3) Net periodic benefit cost recognized and other changes in plan
assets and benefit obligations recognized in net loss.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Service cost
$ 180,316
157,547
Interest cost
13,710
14,174
Amortization of net actuarial loss
58,490
57,067
Net periodic benefit cost recognized
$ 252,516
228,788
For the years
ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, the service cost component is included in cost of sales and selling, general and
administrative expenses, interest cost is included in interest expense, and the amortization of net actuarial loss is included in
other expense in the statements of operations.
(4) The following table summarizes changes in accumulated other
comprehensive income(loss) for pension benefits during 2025 and 2024:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Beginning balance
$ (770,079 )
(665,595 )
Net actuarial gain(loss), net of tax
(14,441 )
(161,551 )
Amortization of net actuarial loss
58,491
57,067
Ending balance
$ (726,029 )
(770,079 )
(5) Weighted-average assumptions used to determine benefit obligations
for 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in %)
2025
2024
Discount rate
3.3 %
3.2 %
Rate of compensation increase
2.4 %
2.4 %
Expected rate of return on assets
2.9 %
3.4 %
Mortality rate – KIDI (Korea Insurance Development Institute)
0.003 – 0.017 %
0.003 – 0.017 %
Termination rate – KIDI under 300 employees
6.3 – 30.0 %
6.3 – 30.0 %
Salary scale – KIDI under 300 employees
1.8 – 4.7 %
1.8 – 4.7 %
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Notes to the Financial Statements
15. Defined Severance Benefits (cont.)
(6) The expected maturity analysis of the Company’s undiscounted
benefit obligation based on the same assumptions used to measure the Company’s benefit obligation as of December 31, 2025
and 2024 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Less than 1 year
$ 882,513
714,059
Between 1 – 2 years
25,723
20,675
Between 2 – 5 years
82,217
65,874
Over 5 years
362,038
311,833
Total
$ 1,352,491
1,112,441
16. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash receipt during the period for interest
$ 719
696
Cash paid during the period for interest
(141,276 )
(108,450 )
Income taxes received(paid)
(109 )
19
Non-cash investing and financing activities:
Obtaining a right-of-use asset in exchange for a lease liability
25,897
5,937
Conversion of the redeemable convertible preferred stock
950,189
—
17. Commitments and Contingencies
(1) Guarantees and Warranties
1) The list of payment guarantees provided by third parties to
the Company as of December 31, 2025 is as follows:
(in US dollars) Provider
Type
Guaranteed
Amount
Beneficiary
K-SURE (Korea Trade Insurance Corporation)
Trade Bill Loan
$ 89,902
Industrial Bank of Korea
KODIT (Korea Credit Guarantee Fund)
Operating Funds Loan
1,156,666
Industrial Bank of Korea
SGI (Seoul Guarantee Insurance)
Government Grant
11,004
Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency
2) The main commitments of short-term and long term debt with financial
institutions as of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars) Financial Institution
Type
Credit Line
Used
Amount
Industrial Bank of Korea(*1)(*2)
Operating Funds Loan
$ 2,409,680
2,351,417
KOSME (Korea SMEs and Startups Agency)
Operating Funds Loan
627,221
162,415
Woori Bank
Operating Funds Loan
557,530
—
Total
$ 3,594,431
2,513,832
(*1) As of December 31, 2025, land, buildings, machinery, and
equipment have been provided as collateral (with a secured amount of $965,419) for long-term debt (refer to Note 7,9) and joint
guarantees issued for related parties (refer to Note 18).
(*2) As of December 31, 2025, the Company established pledge
fire insurance claims (with a pledge amount of $741,201) (refer to Note 9).
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Notes to the Financial Statements
18. Related Party Transactions
(1) The Company’s list of related parties is as follows:
Relationship
Name of Related Party
Primary owners with more than 10% of shares
Kim Kangyong (CEO)
Kang Sunhee
Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK)
Other parties with which the entity may deal if one party controls or can significantly influence the management
N&P Co., Ltd
Hi-Q MAG Co., Ltd.
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
(2) Transactions between the Company and its major shareholders
or other related parties, involving sales of products and services, expenses for raw materials, and other ordinary course business expenses,
are included in the financial statements.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Net sales
$ 456,882
463,048
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
456,424
408,254
N&P Co., Ltd
458
54,794
Rental income
12,656
13,197
N&P Co., Ltd
12,656
13,197
Other operating income(*)
25,006
—
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
12,936
—
N&P Co., Ltd
2,227
—
Hi-Q MAG Co., Ltd
9,843
—
Interest income
—
7,343
Industrial Bank of Korea
—
7,343
Purchase of raw materials, merchandise
1,533,032
667,166
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
—
201,771
N&P Co., Ltd
234,076
392,813
KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
1,298,956
72,582
Subcontracting costs(**)
656,999
462,491
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
282,254
197,556
N&P Co., Ltd
—
48,728
Hi-Q MAG Co., Ltd
374,745
216,207
Other expenses(***)
124,221
95,920
Industrial Bank of Korea
121,221
87,670
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
3,000
2,092
N&P Co., Ltd
—
6,158
(*) Consists of income from the provision of technical services and brokerage
income, gain on disposal of tangible assets.
(**) Consists of repurchase transactions where the Company sells raw materials
to specific parties and repurchases them after they have been processed.
(***) Primarily consists of interest expense ($121,221 in 2025 and $87,670
in 2024)
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NS World Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
18. Related Party Transactions (cont.)
(3) Amounts due from or to its officers, employees, and significant
shareholders are as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash and cash equivalents(*)
$ 792,125
310,238
Industrial Bank of Korea
792,125
310,238
Trade accounts receivable
927,335
674,774
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
927,335
620,307
N&P Co., Ltd
—
54,467
Non-trade accounts receivable(**)
652,168
1,577,693
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
652,168
562,089
N&P Co., Ltd
—
339,390
Hi-Q MAG Co., Ltd.
—
671,071
Trade accounts payable
1,428,229
640,450
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
733,345
—
N&P Co., Ltd
—
345,450
KCM INDUSTRY Co., Ltd.
694,884
295,000
Non-trade accounts payables(***)
872,987
2,149,361
Tianjin TNTT Co., Ltd.
549,175
792,972
N&P Co., Ltd
—
450,350
Hi-Q MAG Co., Ltd.
323,812
906,039
(*) Cash held through Industrial Bank of Korea accounts
(**) Excluded short-term loan. Most of the amounts were generated
from repurchase/resale transactions.
(***) Most of the amounts were generated from repurchase/resale transactions.
(4) Related party transactions between the Company, its officers,
employees, and significant shareholders comprise loan, debt and redeemable convertible preferred stock. Amounts due from or to its officers,
employees, and significant shareholders are as follows:
2025
2024
(in US dollars)
Short-term
loan
Short-term
debt
Long-term
debt
Short-term
loan
Short-term
debt
Long-term
debt
Beginning
$ 62,020
2,088,903
215,728
34,568
2,538,334
119,746
Increase(*)
106,333
15,792
—
64,955
12,669
131,967
Decrease(*)
(71,177 )
(9,675 )
(15,792 )
(30,792 )
(160,941 )
(12,669 )
Others
1,206
51,045
5,417
(6,711 )
(301,158 )
(23,316 )
Ending
$ 98,383
2,146,065
205,352
62,020
2,088,904
215,728
(*) Increase reflects new issuances and reclassifications from long-term
to short-term (liquidity replacement), while Decrease reflects repayments and reclassifications from short-term to long-term.
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NS World Co., Ltd.
Notes to the Financial Statements
18. Related Party Transactions (cont.)
(5) The Company provides a guarantee for borrowing to entities under
common control and related parties (individuals).
(in US dollars)
2025
Guarantee to entities under common control
$ 397,240
N&P Co., Ltd (Joint and several guarantee for borrowings)
397,240
Guarantee to related parties (individuals)
165,031
Kim Kangyong (CEO) (Joint and several guarantee for borrowings)
165,031
Total
562,271
(6) The Company received a guarantee for borrowings from related
parties (individuals).
(in US dollars)
2025
Guarantee from related parties (individuals)
$ 177,838
Kim Kangyong (CEO) (Joint and several guarantee for borrowings)
177,838
19. Subsequent Events
(1) Comprehensive share exchange and dissenting shareholders appraisal
rights
The Company has evaluated subsequent events from
the financial statements date through the date the financial statements were available to be issued.
In January 2026, the Company completed a comprehensive
share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary of EMT Sub Co., Ltd.
Under the share exchange, all outstanding shares
of the Company were transferred to EMT Sub in exchange for equity interests of EMT Sub. Existing shareholders of the Company received
shares of EMT Sub at an exchange ratio of 0.009427 shares of EMT Sub for each share of the Company’s common stock. No cash consideration
was paid in connection with the share exchange, except for payments related to dissenting shareholders.
Certain shareholders exercised their appraisal rights under
the Korean Commercial Law. Shareholders were entitled to exercise such rights from May 16, 2025, the date of the notice of the shareholders’
meeting, through the closing of the shareholders’ meeting on June 2, 2025. As a result, the Company recognized a payable to dissenting
shareholders in 2025.
The obligation to settle the appraisal rights remains with
the Company; however, the funding required to satisfy such obligation is expected to be provided by Evolution Metals & Technologies
Corp.
Upon the closing of the share exchange transaction in January
2026, the Company obtained shares of its parent company, Evolution Metals and Technologies Corp. (“EMAT”), in exchange for
its outstanding shares. The Company intends to liquidate such shares and use the proceeds to settle the obligation to dissenting shareholders.
The payment amount was approximately $6.50 million
as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
(2) Extension of borrowings
In March 2026, the
Company extended the maturity of one of its borrowings from the Industrial Bank of Korea amounting to $188,166 (equivalent to KRW
270 million) by one year, with the revised maturity date falling in March 2027. In March 2026, the Company’s board also approved the extension of another of its borrowings from the Industrial Bank of Korea amounting
to $139,383 (equivalent to KRW 200 million) by one year, with the revised maturity date falling in April 2027.
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EX-99.6 — AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF HANDA LAB FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
EX-99.6
Filename: ea028354901ex99-6.htm · Sequence: 16
Exhibit 99.6
HANDA LAB CO., LTD.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Page
Audited Financial Statements of Handa Lab Co., LTD. as of and for each
of the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
Report of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2025
F-2
Report of Independent Auditors for the Year Ended December 31, 2024
F-3
Consolidated Balance Sheets
F-4
Consolidated Statements of Operations
F-5
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss
F-6
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity
F-7
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
F-8
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
F-9
F-1
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and
Stockholders of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated
balance sheet of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2025, and the related consolidated
statement of operations and comprehensive loss for the year ended December 31, 2025, and consolidated statement of cash flows and changes
in stockholders’ equity for the year then ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”).
In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December
31, 2025, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2025, in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America.
Substantial Doubt About the Company’s
Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The accompanying consolidated financial statements
have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements,
the Company’s decline in sales associated with the business and net loss and negative cash flows from operations in the current
period raise substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s evaluation of the events and conditions,
and management’s plans regarding those matters, are also described in Note 1. The consolidated financial statements do not include
any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility
of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our
audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required
to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations
of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the
standards of the PCAOB and in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require
that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement,
whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over
financial reporting. As part of our audit, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, but
not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly,
we express no such opinion.
Our audit included performing procedures to assess
the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond
to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
Our audit also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating
the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
/s/ GRASSI & CO., CPAs, P.C.
We have served as the Company’s auditor since
2025.
Glastonbury, Connecticut
March 31, 2026
F-2
Report
of Independent Auditors
The
Shareholders and Board of Directors
Handa Lab Co., Ltd.
Opinion
We
have audited the consolidated financial statements of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and subsidiary (the “Group”), which comprise the
consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2024 and the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive loss, changes
in stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “consolidated
financial statements”). In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects,
the financial position of the Group as of December 31, 2024, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then
ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Basis
for opinion
We
conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS). Our responsibilities
under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s Responsibilities for the Audit of the consolidated Financial Statements
section of our report. We are required to be independent of the Group and to meet our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with
the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audits. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate
to provide a basis for our audit opinion.
Substantial
Doubt about the Group’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern
The
accompanying consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Group will continue as a going concern. As discussed
in Note 1(3) to the consolidated financial statements, the Group has incurred a net loss, has a negative working capital, and
has stated that these events or conditions indicate that a material uncertainty exists that casts significant doubt on the Group’s
ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 1(3). The
consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty. Our opinion
is not modified with respect to this matter.
Responsibilities
of Management for the Consolidated Financial Statements
Management
is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant
to the preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial statements that are free of material misstatement, whether due to
fraud or error.
In
preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered
in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern for one year after the
date that the consolidated financial statements are available to be issued.
Auditor’s
Responsibilities for the Audit of the consolidated Financial Statements
Our
objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as a whole are free of material misstatement,
whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level
of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS will always
detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than
for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of
internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate,
they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the consolidated financial statements.
In
performing an audit in accordance with GAAS, we:
●
Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism
throughout the audit.
●
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the
consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks.
Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements.
●
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the
audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion
on the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.
●
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and
the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the consolidated
financial statements.
●
Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or
events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Group’s ability to continue as a going concern for
a reasonable period of time.
We
are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit,
significant audit findings, and certain internal control-related matters that we identified during the audit.
/s/
Ernst & Young Han Young
Seoul,
the Republic of Korea
April 21, 2025
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in US dollars)
Notes
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 461,180
553,907
Trade accounts receivable
2,3
70,298
13,320
Non-trade account receivable
4
17,606
34,607
Non-trade account receivable (Related party)
4,15
—
68,027
Short-term financial instruments
—
204,082
Inventories
5
3,974
16,593
Prepaids and other current assets
4,356
1,914
Total current assets
557,414
892,450
Property, plant and equipment, net
6
305,295
292,793
Operating lease right-of-use assets
7
1,699
2,716
Intangible assets, net
14
88,787
94,358
Other non-current assets
41,192
16,405
Total non-current assets
436,973
406,272
Total assets
$ 994,387
1,298,722
Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Liabilities:
Trade accounts payable
$ 9,359
1,347
Non-trade accounts payables
33,205
22,542
Contract liabilities
40,769
—
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
7
6,624
6,465
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
7
1,170
2,534
Derivative liabilities
17
81,060
-
Other current liabilities
25,826
10,883
Total current liabilities
198,013
43,771
Long-term debt
8
409,785
400,000
Long-term debt (Related party)
8,15
23,242
22,687
Finance lease liabilities (non-current)
7
8,928
13,753
Operating lease liabilities (non-current)
7
529
182
Total non-current liabilities
442,484
436,622
Total liabilities
640,497
480,393
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock, par value of KRW 5,000 (equivalent to $ 3.5) authorized 1,500,000 shares; 380,800 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025 and 2024
11
1,514,241
1,514,241
Additional paid-in capital
(3,058 )
(3,058 )
Accumulated deficit
(1,033,521 )
(546,796 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
(134,399 )
(158,738 )
Total equity attributable to the Company and Subsidiary
343,263
805,649
Non-controlling interest
10,627
12,680
Total equity
353,890
818,329
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$ 994,387
1,298,722
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial
statements.
F-4
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(in US dollars)
Notes
2025
2024
Net revenues
2
$ 457,569
487,909
Cost of sales
(511,609 )
(334,806 )
Cost of sales (Related party)
15
—
(9,794 )
Total cost of sales
(511,609 )
(344,600 )
Gross profit
(54,040 )
143,309
Other operating income
1(12)
247,430
439,490
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
1(16)
(602,514 )
(736,784 )
Operating loss
(409,124 )
(153,985 )
Other income
525
58
Other expense
(148 )
(2 )
Interest income
6,059
8,031
Interest income (Related party)
15
1,378
1,646
Interest expense
(5,685 )
(6,273 )
Loss on derivatives
(81,783 )
—
Loss before tax
(488,778 )
(150,525 )
Income tax expense
9
—
—
Loss for the year
$ (488,778 )
(150,525 )
Loss attributable to:
Owners of the Company
$ (486,725 )
(148,902 )
Non-controlling interests
(2,053 )
(1,623 )
See accompanying notes to consolidated
financial statements.
F-5
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Loss
(in US dollars)
Notes
2025
2024
Loss for the year
$ (488,778 )
(150,525 )
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustments
24,339
(116,401 )
Total other comprehensive income (loss)
24,339
(116,401 )
Total comprehensive loss
$ (464,439 )
(266,926 )
Total comprehensive loss attributable to:
Owners of the Company
$ (462,386 )
(265,303 )
Non-controlling interests
(2,053 )
(1,623 )
See accompanying notes to consolidated
financial statements.
F-6
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity
(in US dollars)
Common
stock
Additional
paid-in
Capital
Accumulated
other
comprehensive
loss
Accumulated
deficit
Equity
attributable to
owners of the
Company
Non-
controlling
interests
Total
stockholders’
equity
Balances at January 1, 2024
$ 1,176,095
(646 )
(42,337 )
(397,894 )
735,218
14,303
749,521
Loss for the year
—
—
—
(148,902 )
(148,902 )
(1,623 )
(150,525 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments
—
—
(116,401 )
—
(116,401 )
—
(116,401 )
Paid-in capital increase
338,146
(2,412 )
—
—
335,734
—
335,734
Balances at December 31, 2024
$ 1,514,241
(3,058 )
(158,738 )
(546,796 )
805,649
12,680
818,329
Balances at January 1, 2025
$ 1,514,241
(3,058 )
(158,738 )
(546,796 )
805,649
12,680
818,329
Loss for the year
—
—
—
(486,725 )
(486,725 )
(2,053 )
(488,778 )
Foreign currency translation adjustments
—
—
24,339
—
24,339
—
24,339
Balances at December 31, 2025
$ 1,514,241
(3,058 )
(134,399 )
(1,033,521 )
343,263
10,627
353,890
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial
statements
F-7
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash flows from operating activities
Loss for the year
$ (488,778 )
(150,525 )
Adjustments to reconcile loss for the year to net cash used in operating activities
Depreciation and amortization
20,647
12,197
Amortization of Intangible Assets
20,405
21,165
Interest expenses
5,684
6,273
Interest Income
(7,417 )
(9,677 )
Loss on valuation of derivative instruments
81,783
—
Interest received
10,051
12,767
Interest paid
(5,778 )
(6,224 )
Income taxes paid
(71 )
(1,675 )
Others
—
(366 )
Change in operating assets and liabilities
Accounts receivable
(57,157 )
227,447
Non-trade account receivable
24,293
(3,996 )
Inventories
13,141
178,712
Other assets
(2,345 )
9,537
Accounts payable
8,050
(200,164 )
Contract liabilities
41,133
(159,482 )
Non-trade accounts payables
10,295
(9,380 )
Other liabilities
14,807
(14,681 )
Net cash used in operating activities
(311,257 )
(88,072 )
Cash flows from investing activities
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment
(28,064 )
(29,954 )
Acquisition of short-term financial instruments
—
(329,917 )
Proceeds from short-term financial instruments
210,938
291,793
Proceeds from government grants
11,460
37,846
Acquisition of intangible assets
(21,887 )
(8,179 )
Increase in leasehold deposits
(15,942 )
(24,451 )
Insurance of loans
(17,578 )
(461,884 )
Collection of loans
70,313
388,569
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
209,240
(136,177 )
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from long-term borrowings
—
244,395
Paid in capital increase
—
338,146
Payment of finance lease liabilities
(5,207 )
(25,366 )
Stock issuance costs
—
(2,412 )
Net cash (used in) provided by
financing activities
$ (5,207 )
554,763
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
14,497
(70,958 )
Decrease (increase) in cash and cash equivalents
(107,224 )
330,514
Cash and cash equivalents as of beginning of year
553,907
294,351
Cash and cash equivalents as of end of year
$ 461,180
553,907
See accompanying notes to consolidated
financial statements.
F-8
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(1) Description of Business
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. (the “Company”)
and subsidiary (collectively, the “Group”), established in 2021, specialize in the manufacture and sale of intelligent monitoring
systems, machine vision and laser testing systems, data gathering systems. The Company offers a diverse range of equipment and software,
tailored to meet specific customer requirements in terms of specifications, functions, standards, and delivery timelines. Handa Corporation
Co., Ltd., in which the Company holds a 60% stake, was established in 2023 and specializes in the manufacture and sale of intelligent
robotic systems.
(2) Basis of Presentation
These consolidated financial statements have been
prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) assuming the Group will continue as a going concern.
Also, the accompanying consolidated financial statements
include the accounts of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and subsidiary in accordance with ASC 810-Consolidation. All intercompany balances and
transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
(3) Going Concern
The going concern assumption contemplates the realization
of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, substantial doubt about the Group’s ability
to continue as a going concern exists.
Primarily due to a decline in sales associated with
the business, the Group incurred a loss for the year of $488,778 and net cash outflows from operations of $311,257 for the year ended
December 31, 2025. As of December 31, 2025, the Group had a net working capital deficit of $101,779 and cash and cash equivalents
of $461,180. Absent any other action, the Group will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months.
The Group is evaluating strategies to obtain the
required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing
debt or entering into other financing arrangements, and restructuring of operations to grow revenues and decrease expenses. However, given
the economic environment and the Group’s current capabilities, the Group may be unable to access future equity or debt financing
when needed. As such, there can be no assurance that the Group will be able to obtain additional liquidity when needed or under acceptable
terms, if at all.
The consolidated financial statements do not include
any adjustments to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the
Group were unable to continue as a going concern.
(4) Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements
in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities
and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues
and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant items subject to such estimates
and assumptions include the useful lives of fixed assets; allowance for credit losses, deferred tax assets, inventory, lease liabilities
and right-of-use assets, and income tax uncertainties, and other contingencies.
(5) Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Group considers all highly liquid investments
with a maturity of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
F-9
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
(6) Financial Instruments
Financial instruments are classified based on the
business model for managing the financial assets and the contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset. The Group considers
the contractual terms of the relevant financial instrument and assesses whether the contractual cash flows consist solely of payments
of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. As of the end of the reporting period, the Group’s short-term financial
instruments are entirely composed of short-term deposits.
(7) Allowance for Credit Losses
The Group records an allowance for credit losses
under Subtopic 326-20 Financial Instruments — Credit Losses — Measured at Amortized Cost for the
current expected credit losses inherent in its financial assets measured at amortized cost and contract assets. Allowance for credit losses
is a valuation account deducted from the amortized cost basis to present the net amount expected to be collected.
The estimate of expected credit losses includes
expected recoveries of amounts previously written off as well as amounts expected to be written off. The estimate of expected credit losses
is based on the Group’s historical loss experience, adjusted for current and reasonable and supportable forecasts of economic conditions
and other pertinent factors affecting the Group’s customers such as known credit risk or industry trends.
The allowance is estimated over the contractual
term of the financial asset adjusted for expected prepayments. The contractual term excludes any extensions, renewals and modifications,
unless the borrower has a contractual option that provides it with the unilateral ability to extend the maturity date. The Group does
not have any off-balance-sheet credit exposures. Subsequent changes (favorable and unfavorable) in expected credit losses each period
are recognized immediately in net income as a credit loss expense or a reversal of credit loss expense.
Trade accounts receivable
The Group uses an aging schedule to estimate the
allowance for credit losses for trade accounts receivable. This method categorizes trade receivables into different groups based on industry
and the number of days past due. Past due status is measured based on the number of days since the payment due date. Trade receivables
are evaluated individually for expected credit losses if they no longer share similar risk characteristics. The Group determines that
the receivables no longer share similar risk characteristic if they are past due balances over 90 days and over a specified amount.
The Group evaluates the collectability of trade accounts receivables with payments that are more than 90 days past due on an individual
basis to determine if any are deemed uncollectible. Trade accounts receivable balances are deemed uncollectible and written off as a deduction
from the allowance after all means of collection have been exhausted (see Note 3).
(8) Trade Accounts Receivable
Trade accounts receivable is recorded at the invoiced
amount, net of an allowance for credit losses and do not bear interest. Amounts collected on trade accounts receivable are included in
net cash provided by operating activities in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
(9) Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and
net realizable value. The cost of inventories is determined by the specific identification method for raw materials, work in progress
and finished goods.
(10) Revenue Recognition
The Group recognizes revenue when it satisfies performance
obligations under the terms of its contracts and when control of its products is transferred to its customers, in an amount that reflects
the consideration the Group expects to receive from its customers in exchange for those products. This process involves identifying the
customer contract, determining the performance obligations in the contract,
determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction price to the distinct performance obligations in the contract, and recognizing
revenue when the performance obligations have been satisfied.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
A performance obligation is considered distinct
from other obligations in a contract when it (a) provides a benefit to the customer either on its own or together with other resources
that are readily available to the customer and (b) is separately identifiable in the contract. The Group considers a performance
obligation satisfied once it has transferred control of a good or product to a customer, meaning the customer has the ability to direct
the use of, and obtain substantially all of the remaining benefits from, the product.
Taxes assessed by a government authority that are
imposed on and concurrent with a specific revenue-producing transaction and that are collected by the Group from customers are excluded
from revenue.
The Group’s primary source of revenue is product
revenue from the sale of intelligent monitoring systems, machine vision and laser testing systems, and data gathering systems. The Group
does not act as an agent in any of its revenue arrangements. Contracts with customers generally specify the terms of the sale, including
the quantity and price of each product purchased. Payment terms and conditions may vary by contract; however, such contracts do not include
a significant financing component. In addition, contracts typically do not include variable consideration, as prices are fixed and provisions
such as rebates or discounts are not provided.
The Group provides assurance-type warranties on
all of its products. These warranties are not separate performance obligations under ASC Topic 606. There were no loss contingencies
related to warranties recorded as of December 31, 2025 and 2024.
Contract Liabilities
Contract liabilities consist of amounts invoiced
or paid by the Group’s customers for which the related performance obligations have not yet been satisfied and, accordingly, revenue
has not yet been recognized in accordance with the Group’s revenue recognition policy described above.
Contract liabilities are reported on an individual
contract basis at the end of each reporting period. Contract liabilities are classified as current in the consolidated balance sheets
when the related revenue is expected to be recognized within one year of the balance sheet date and as non-current when the related revenue
is expected to be recognized more than one year after the balance sheet date.
(11) Property, Plant, and Equipment and Intangible Assets
Property, plant, and equipment are stated at cost.
Plant and equipment under finance leases are stated at the present value of the lease payments. Depreciation on property, plant and equipment
is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The estimated useful life of buildings is
40 years, while the estimated useful lives of machinery and equipment, vehicles, furniture and fixtures are 5 years.
Intangible assets are stated at cost. Amortization
of intangible assets is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The estimated useful
life of patents is 7 years, while the estimated useful life of software is 5 years.
Once an asset is identified for retirement or disposition,
the related cost and accumulated depreciation or amortization are removed, and a gain or loss is recorded.
(12) Government grants
The Group receives grants from local government
agencies and public institutions in connection with asset acquisitions and research activities that are necessary for the Group’s
operating activities. Government grants are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the Group will comply with the relevant
conditions and that the grants will be received, and are accounted for either as a reduction of the carrying amount of the related assets
or as income, depending on the nature of the grants.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
Government grants related to assets are presented
in the consolidated balance sheets as a deduction from the carrying amount of the related assets. Government grants that are not related
to the acquisition of assets are treated as income-related grants and are presented as other operating income in the consolidated statements
of operations. Other operating income of the Group consists primarily of government support income.
For the years ended December 31, 2025
and 2024, the Group recognized asset-related grants of $11,460 and $37,846, respectively, which were netted against the carrying amounts
of the related assets on the consolidated balance sheets, and income-related grants of $247,430 and $439,490, respectively, which were
recognized in other operating income.
There is no comprehensive accounting standard under
U.S. GAAP that specifically addresses government grants received by for-profit entities. In the absence of such guidance, the Group
has elected to apply an accounting policy by analogy to IAS 20, Accounting for Government Grants and Disclosure of Government Assistance,
which is commonly accepted in practice under U.S. GAAP. The Group believes that this accounting policy appropriately reflects
the economic substance of the transactions, enhances comparability with other industry participants, and is applied consistently to similar
transactions.
(13) Leases
The Group has entered into various operating lease
agreements for office space, transportation equipment, and office equipment. The Group determines whether an arrangement is a lease, or
contains a lease, at inception and records the leases in its consolidated financial statements upon lease commencement, which is the date
when the underlying asset is made available for use by the lessee.
The Group has lease agreements that include both
lease and non-lease components and has elected to apply the practical expedient to account for the lease and non-lease components together
as a single combined lease component.
The Group has elected not to recognize short-term
leases on the consolidated balance sheets if the lease term is 12 months or less at lease inception and the leases do not contain
purchase options or renewal terms that the Group is reasonably certain to exercise. All other lease assets and lease liabilities are recognized
at the commencement date based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term. Because most of the Group’s leases do
not provide an implicit interest rate, the Group uses its incremental borrowing rate, based on information available at the lease commencement
date, to determine the present value of lease payments.
The Group’s leases, for which the Group is
the lessee, often include options to extend the lease term for up to 10 years. Certain leases also include options to terminate the
lease prior to the end of the agreed-upon lease term. For purposes of measuring lease liabilities, the lease term includes extension or
termination options when it is reasonably certain that the Group will exercise such options.
Lease expenses for operating leases are recognized
on a straight-line basis over the lease term and are classified as cost of sales or selling, general, and administrative expenses, depending
on the nature of the leased asset. Depreciation expense for finance lease assets is recognized over the lease term and classified as cost
of sales or selling, general, and administrative expenses, depending on the nature of the leased asset. Interest expense on finance lease
liabilities is recognized as interest expense in the consolidated statements of operations over the lease term.
(14) Equipment Maintenance Activities
The Group incurs maintenance costs on its major
equipment. Repair and maintenance costs are expensed as incurred.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
(15) Other Assets
Other current assets and other assets consist of
prepaid expenses, prepaid value added tax, advance payments, leasehold deposits, etc.
(16) Research and Development Costs
Research and development (“R&D”)
costs are expensed as incurred because the Group did not meet the criteria (technical feasibility, intention to complete and use or sell,
ability to use or sell) for the capitalization of development costs. As of the end of the current period, the Group is conducting R&D
on an autonomous driving monitoring system and an autonomous robot for electric vehicle automatic charging. Research and development costs
include employee compensation and salary, utilities and administrative expenses directly related to Group’s various ongoing R&D
projects. Those R&D activities are also supported financially under government programs and other public projects. The government
grants received under these programs and projects are recorded in other income. All research and development costs were included under
selling general and administrative expenses and amounted to $236,728 and $324,320 for the years ended December 31, 2025 and
2024, respectively.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Research and development costs
Utilities and administrative expenses
$ 43,453
2,487
Employee compensation, salary and others
193,275
492,171
Total
$ 236,728
494,658
(17) Income Taxes
Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and
liability method.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized
for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities
and their respective tax bases and operating loss and tax credit carryforwards.
Deferred tax assets and
liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary
differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is
recognized in income in the period that includes the enactment date. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is
more likely than not that sufficient taxable income will be available to realize the related tax benefits. The Group recognizes and
measures uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return utilizing a two-step process. In the first step,
recognition, we determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that a tax position will be sustained upon examination, including
resolution of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on the technical merits of the position. The second step addresses
measurement of a tax position that meets the more-likely-than-not criteria. The tax position is measured at the largest amount of
benefit that has a likelihood of greater than 50% of being realized upon ultimate settlement. In December 2023, the FASB issued ASU
No. 2023-09, Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures (Topic 740). The ASU requires disaggregated information about a reporting
Group’s effective tax rate reconciliation as well as additional information on income taxes paid. The ASU became effective on
a prospective basis for the Group for the year-end December 31, 2025. The effect of ASU 2023-09 is reflected in Note 9. Management
has concluded that the adoption of this standard will not have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements.
(18) Pension and Other Post retirement Plans
The Group has a defined contribution plan in which
the consolidated entity pays specified contributions into a separate entity, and the contribution is recognized as an expense when it
is paid.
(19) Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets, such
as property, plant, and equipment, and intangible assets subject to amortization, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or
changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. If circumstances require a long-lived
asset or asset group be tested for possible impairment, the Group first compares undiscounted cash flows expected to be generated by
that asset or asset group to its carrying amount. If the carrying amount of the long-lived asset or
asset group is not recoverable on an undiscounted cash flow basis, an impairment loss is recognized to the extent that the carrying amount
exceeds its fair value. Fair value is determined through various valuation techniques including discounted cash flow models, quoted market
values and third-party independent appraisals, as considered necessary.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
(cont.)
(20) Commitments and Contingencies
Liabilities for loss contingencies arising from
claims, assessments, litigation, fines, and penalties and other sources are recorded when it is probable that a liability has been incurred
and the amount can be reasonably estimated. Legal costs incurred in connection with loss contingencies are expensed as incurred.
(21) Fair Value Measurements
The Group uses valuation approaches that maximize
the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible. The Group determines fair value based
on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing an asset or liability in the principal or most advantageous market. When
considering market participant assumptions in fair value measurements, the following fair value hierarchy distinguishes between observable
and unobservable inputs, which are categorized in one of the following levels:
● Level 1:
Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities accessible to the reporting entity at the measurement
date.
● Level 2:
Other than quoted prices included in Level 1 inputs that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly, for
substantially the full term of the asset or liability.
● Level 3:
Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability used to measure fair value to the extent that observable inputs are not available, thereby
allowing for situations in which there is little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability at measurement date.
(22) Foreign Currency
The functional currency of Handa Lab Co., Ltd.
and subsidiary is the Korean Won. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the Group at the exchange
rates at the dates of the transactions. Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency
at the exchange rate at the reporting date, which are included in the “effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents”
in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
Assets and liabilities of the Group are translated
into US dollars, the reporting currency, at the exchange rate in effect at the end of each period. Revenue and expenses for the Group
are translated into US dollars using average rates that approximate those in effect during the period. Foreign currency translation adjustments
are included in “accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)”, a separate component of Stockholders’ equity.
(23) New Accounting Standards and Interpretations Not Yet Adopted
In November 2024, the FASB issued ASU
2024-03, Reporting Comprehensive Income—Expense Disaggregation Disclosures, which becomes effective for fiscal years beginning
after December 15, 2026, and interim periods within fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2027. The standard requires to disclose
disaggregated information about certain income statement expense line items. The Group has not yet completed its detailed assessment
of the impact of this standard. Management is currently evaluating the potential effects of the new disclosure requirements on the Group’s
financial statement presentation and related disclosures. At this time, the Group has not identified any material impact on its financial
statements; however, the evaluation remains ongoing.
In November 2024, the FASB issued
ASU 2024-04, Debt—Debt with Conversion and Other Options (Subtopic 470-20): Induced Conversions of Convertible Debt
Instruments. This ASU clarifies the requirements for determining whether certain settlements of convertible debt instruments should
be accounted for as induced conversions. ASU 2024-04 is effective for the Group’s annual reporting periods beginning after
December 15, 2025. Adoption is either with a prospective method of transition or a retrospective method of transition that is
retrospective to the later of the beginning of earliest period presented and the date the entity adopted ASU 2020-06. Early adoption
is permitted for all entities that have adopted ASU 2020-06. The Group does not expect the adoption of ASU 2024-04 to have a
material effect on its financial statements.
In July 2025, the FASB issued ASU 2025-05,
Financial Instruments – Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses for Accounts Receivable and Contract Assets (“ASU
2025-05”). ASU 2025-05 provides a practical expedient that all entities can use when estimating expected credit losses for current
accounts receivable and current contract assets arising from transactions accounted for under ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers.
Under this practical expedient, an entity is allowed to assume that the current conditions it has applied in determining credit loss allowances
for current accounts receivable and current contract assets remain unchanged for the remaining life of those assets. ASU 2025-05 is effective
for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2025, and interim reporting periods in those years. Entities that elect the practical expedient
and, if applicable, make the accounting policy election are required to apply the amendments prospectively.
The Group does not expect the standard to have a material effect on its financial statements.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
2. Significant Risks and Uncertainties Including Business and Credit
Concentrations
The Group manufactures smart monitoring visual system
and laser inspection systems. The specifications, functions, and delivery dates vary depending on the demand of customers. After receiving
orders from customers, the Group manufactures and sells those products.
The Group’s operating segment is a single
segment and compose of equipment and machine manufacturing segment, and as of the end of the reporting period, assets and liabilities
of the segment is the same as the attached financial statements. The manufacturing periods vary per project, ranging from as short as
one month to over a year. For the year, sales amounted to approximately $457,569, all of which were generated domestically.
Sales to a small number of major customers account
for all of the Group’s total net revenue. The Group is making efforts to gain new customers by continuously expanding its sales
activities. If orders from existing major customers decrease, there is a possibility of a loss of sales, which may adversely affect business
results.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, the customers
accounting for 10% or more of total revenue are Customer C, and Customer D, and Customer E, and Customer F, and Customer G, with revenues
of $51,539, $114,188, $65,218, $56,644, and $100,124, respectively. For the year ended December 31, 2024, the customers accounting
for 10% or more of total revenue are Customer H, and Customer C, and Customer I, and Customer D, with revenues of $84,606, $86,116,
$52,054 and $194,284, respectively.
The following table disaggregates trade accounts
receivable and contracts assets by major customers.
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Trade accounts receivable and contracts assets by customers
Customer A
$ 14,106
8,082
Customer B
—
5,238
Customer C
56,192
—
Total
$ 70,298
13,320
3. Trade Accounts Receivable
There was no allowance for credit losses related
to trade accounts receivable recorded as of December 31, 2025 and 2024.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
4. Non-Trade Account Receivable
Non-trade account receivables consist of accrued
income and refundable tax. The Group disaggregates the non-trade account receivable by type of financing receivable when assessing and
monitoring risk and performance of the entire portfolio.
Non-trade account receivables are unsecured and
generally have terms of less than one year, requiring payments of principal at maturity.
The amortized cost basis of non-trade account receivable,
net as of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, respectively, was as follows:
(in US dollars)
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Non-trade account receivable, net:
Short-term loan receivable (Related party)
$ 17,423
68,027
Other receivables
183
34,607
Total
$ 17,606
102,634
There were no allowances for credit losses related
to non-trade account receivable recorded as of December 31, 2025 and 2024.
5. Inventories
Details of inventories as of December 31, 2025
and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Work in process
$ 3,974
16,593
Total
$ 3,974
16,593
There were no write-downs of inventories recorded
for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024.
6. Property, Plant and Equipment
(1) Details of Property, plant and equipment as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
Useful
Initial Cost
Carrying Amount
(in US dollars)
Lives
2025
2024
2025
2024
Land
—
$ 26,149
25,525
26,149
25,525
Buildings
40
241,670
235,900
219,517
220,173
Machinery and equipment(*)
5
99,569
97,191
928
1,226
Vehicles(*)
5
18,849
18,399
—
—
Furniture and fixtures(*)
5
108,376
78,636
24,780
22
Finance lease right of use assets
4
52,194
50,947
33,921
45,847
Total
$ 546,807
506,598
305,295
292,793
(*) The government grants related to assets have been deducted
from the related asset accounts.
Total depreciation for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024 was $20,647 and $12,197, respectively.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
6. Property, Plant and Equipment (cont.)
(2) As of December 31, 2025, the details of property, plant
and equipment pledged as collateral were as follows:
Collateral Provided Asset
Net Carrying
Value
Pledged
Amount
Creditor
Relevant Debt
Amount
Land
$ 26,149
$ 240,853
Hana Bank
$ 200,711
Buildings
219,517
7. Leases
The Group has operating leases for corporate offices
and certain office equipment. Operating lease assets and liabilities are included in operating lease right-of-use assets and operating
lease liabilities, respectively, on the consolidated balance sheets.
Lease agreements of office space include renewal
options for up to 10 years, renewable annually under the Commercial Building Lease Protection Act in Korea. Because the Group
is not reasonably certain to exercise these renewal options, the options are not considered in determining the lease term, and associated
potential option payments are excluded from lease payments.
The Group’s leases generally do not include
termination options for either party to the lease or restrictive financial or other covenants. Payments due under the lease contracts
include fixed payments.
(1) The components of lease expense for the years ended
December 31, 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Operating lease expense
$ 3,798
3,758
Finance lease expense:
Amortization of right of use assets
13,165
5,496
Interest on lease liabilities
1,842
1,087
Short-term lease expense
144
301
Total
$ 18,949
10,642
(2) Amounts presented in the consolidated balance sheet as of
December 31, 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Operating Leases:
Operating lease ROU assets
$
Long-term operating lease liabilities
529
182
Current portion of long-term and short-term operating lease liabilities
1,170
2,534
Total
$ 1,699
2,716
Finance Leases:
Finance lease ROU assets
$ 52,194
50,947
Accumulated amortization assets
(18,273 )
(5,100 )
Total
33,921
45,847
Long-term finance lease liabilities
8,928
13,753
Current portion of long-term finance lease liabilities
6,624
6,465
Total
$ 15,552
20,218
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
7. Leases (cont.)
(3) Other information related to leases as of December 31,
2025 and 2024 was as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Cash paid for amounts included in the measurement of lease liabilities:
Cash used in operations for operating leases
$ 3,587
3,465
Cash used in operations for finance leases
7,049
25,366
ROU assets obtained in exchange for lease obligations:
Operating leases
$ 1,873
—
Finance leases
$ —
54,907
Reductions to ROU assets resulting from reductions to lease obligations:
Operating leases
$ (2,965 )
(3,277 )
Finance leases
$ (13,165 )
(5,496 )
Weighted average remaining lease term:
Operating leases
1.19 years
0.93 years
Finance leases
2.82 years
3.56 years
Weighted average discount rate:
Operating leases
9.52 %
10.23 %
Finance leases
9.92 %
9.93 %
(4) Maturities of lease liabilities under noncancellable leases
as of December 31, 2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars) Maturities
Operating
leases
Finance
leases
2026
3,824
6,987
2027
2,318
6,987
2028
—
3,696
Undiscounted lease payments
6,142
17,670
Less: imputed interest
(4,443 )
(2,117 )
Lease liabilities
$ 1,699
15,552
8. Debt
(1) Long-Term Debt
Details of the carrying amounts of long-term debt
as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
Description
Maturity Date
Interest
Rate (%)
Borrowing
Limit
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Facility loans(*1)(*2)
May 2027
1.06 ~ 2.04
$ 200,711
$ 200,711
195,918
Working capital loans(*3)(*4)
May 2029
0.46 ~ 0.51
209,074
209,074
204,082
Loan from the Company’s CEO
Sep 2028
0
23,242
23,242
22,687
Less: current portion of long-term debt
—
—
Long-term debt
$ 433,027
422,687
(*1) As of the end of the reporting period, the Group is providing
its land and buildings as collateral to Hana Bank in connection with the facility loans, and the building is currently being used as
the Group’s research center (See note 6).
(*2) The Group receives a 3% interest rate subsidy provided for loans
by Cheongju City Government.
(*3) As of the end of the reporting period, the Group is provided
with a payment guarantee from the Korea Technology Finance Corporation.
(*4) The Group receives a 5.5% interest rate subsidy provided
for loans by Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
8. Debt (cont.)
(2) Future principal payments for long-term debt as of December 31,
2025 are as follows:
(in US dollars)
Maturities
Long-term debt
2026
$ —
2027
255,252
2028
132,324
2029
45,451
Total
$ 433,027
9. Income Taxes
We are subject to income taxation through primarily
in Republic of Korea.
(1) There was no income tax (benefit) expense recorded attributable
to current taxes and deferred taxes.
(2) The components of loss before income taxes were
as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Korea
$ (488,778 )
(150,525 )
(3) Differences between the provision at the local statutory
rate and the provision recorded at the consolidated level were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Taxes computed at the local statutory rate
$ (53,400 )
(14,902 )
Differences resulting from:
Non-taxable income
—
Other non-deductible expense
(5,785 )
394
Tax credit
(135,054 )
(47,553 )
Change in valuation allowance
194,241
61,658
Other
(2 )
403
Income tax (benefit) expense
$ —
—
Effective tax rate
—
—
The Group’s primary business operations are
conducted in Korea and are subject to Korea’s corporate income tax law.
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Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
9. Income Taxes (cont.)
(4) The income tax effects of temporary differences that give
rise to significant portions of the deferred income tax assets and deferred income tax liabilities were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Deferred tax assets:
Provision and allowances
$ 431
Accrued vacation
2,496
1,632
Lease liabilities
1,898
2,096
Losses on valuation of derivatives
8,917
—
Depreciation
9,641
5,931
Accrued expense
888
423
NOL(net operating loss) carry-forward(*1)
46,542
31,598
Tax credit carry-forward(*2)
230,049
93,891
Government subsidies(*3)
14,451
16,874
Account receivable
8,163
—
Contract liability
4,485
—
Note receivable(prepaid Vat)
—
13
Accrued payable
—
81
Intangible asset(*4)
94,046
61,505
Raw material
1,512
3,603
Advanced payments
5,627
4,943
Advanced received
817
718
Other deposit
1,626
1,957
Long-term borrowing
2,557
2,246
Deferred tax assets before Valuation Allowance
434,146
227,511
Valuation Allowance
(392,216 )
(184,440 )
Total deferred tax asset
41,930
43,071
Deferred tax liabilities:
Accrued income
(20 )
(426 )
Right-of-use assets
(3,918 )
(4,633 )
Property, plant and equipment
(20,495 )
(17,923 )
Allowance for impairment
(14,451 )
(16,874 )
Note receivable (prepaid VAT)
(7 )
—
Work in process
(437 )
(1,643 )
Prepaid expense
—
(14 )
Lease deposit
(650 )
(1,558 )
(1,952 )
Total deferred tax liabilities
(41,930 )
(43,071 )
Net deferred tax assets
$ —
—
(*1) Net operation loss carryover is available to be utilized
for 15 years from the year of occurrence. The expiration years are as follows: $1,613 will expire in 2036, $15,879 will expire
in 2037, $4,305 will expire in 2038, $14,171 will expire in 2039, and $10,574 will expire in 2040.
(*2) The tax credit carryover consists of the R&D tax credit
and the integrated tax credit for employment, in the amounts of $93,156 and $136,893, respectively. The R&D tax credit will expire
in the amounts of $4,366 in 2033,$ $9,266 in 2034 and $79,524 in 2035, while the integrated tax credit for employment will expire in
the amounts of $37,692 in 2033, $44,864 in 2034 and $54,337 in 2035.
(*3) It primarily resulted from a temporary difference in the
tax treatment related to government grants for acquisition of assets.
(*4) It resulted from a temporary difference in the tax treatment
of capitalization of development costs.
F-20
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
10. Uncertain Tax Positions
There were no unrecognized tax benefits as of December 31,
2025 and 2024.
11. Stockholder’s Equity
The Company has 1,500 thousand shares of authorized
stock, consisting of common stock, par value KRW 5,000 (equivalent to $3.5) per share, all of which are issuable. As of December 31,
2025, there were 380,800 shares of common stock outstanding. In 2024, a total of 89,000 shares were issued through a paid-in capital increase.
Common Stock
Holders of common stock are entitled to one vote per share, and to
receive dividends and, upon liquidation or dissolution, are entitled to receive all assets available for distribution to stockholders.
The holders have no pre-emptive or other subscription rights, and there is no redemption or sinking fund provisions with respect to such
shares.
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the share exchange transactions
contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”), by and
among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who formally
dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were granted
statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders
may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice
identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”). Upon receipt of
valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided the Share Exchange
remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company), after which any
unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price for Appraisal Shares
is determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through the Agreements.
Management accounts for these appraisal rights as a liability under
ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the obligation becomes unconditional at merger close. As of
December 31, 2025, the fair value of the contingent, freestanding financial instrument was immaterial.
12. Pension (Defined Contribution Plan)
The Group has a defined contribution plan. Under
this plan, the Group pays specified amounts of contributions into a separate fund. These contributions are recognized as expenses when
they are paid. The expenses related to post-retirement benefit plans under the defined contribution plans for the years ended December 31,
2025 and 2024 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Expense related to post-retirement benefit plans under defined contribution plans
$ 61,728
50,861
F-21
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
13. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
(in US dollars)
2025
2024
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash receipt during the period for interest
$ 10,051
12,767
Cash paid during the period for interest
(5,778 )
(6,224 )
Income taxes paid
(71 )
(1,675 )
Newly recognized right-of-use assets
1,873
54,907
14. Intangible Assets
(1) Details of intangible assets for the year ended December 31,
2025 were summarized as follows:
(in US dollars)
Useful lives
Initial value
Accumulated
Amortization
Government
grants
Book value
Patents
7 years
$ 166,207
(67,813 )
(16,827 )
81,567
Software
5 years
67,028
(38,322 )
(28,706 )
—
Under construction
11,559
—
(4,339 )
7,220
Total
$ 244,794
(106,135 )
(49,872 )
88,787
(2) Details of intangible assets for the year ended December 31,
2024 were summarized as follows:
(in US dollars)
Useful lives
Initial value
Accumulated
Amortization
Government
grants
Book value
Patents
7 years
$ 144,896
(44,989 )
(5,794 )
94,113
Software
5 years
65,011
(24,349 )
(40,662 )
—
Under construction
7,866
—
(7,621 )
245
Total
$ 217,773
(69,338 )
(54,077 )
94,358
15. Related Party Transactions
(1) The Group’s list of related parties is as follows:
Relationship
Name of Related Party
Primary owners with more than 10% of shares
CLEVER Co., LTD
Korea National University of Transportation Technology Holding Co., Ltd
SANG MIN KIM(CEO)
(2) Related party transactions between companies’ cost
of sales and interest income, which were included in the consolidated financial statements:
Related parties
Transactions
2025
2024
CLEVER Co., LTD
Cost of sales
$ —
9,794
Interest income
1,378
1,646
(3) Amounts of receivables and borrowings from related parties
were as follows:
Related parties
Balances
2025
2024
CLEVER Co., LTD
Non-trade account receivable
(Short-term loan receivable)
$ —
68,027
SANG MIN KIM (CEO)
Long-term debt
23,242
22,687
F-22
Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
15. Related Party Transactions (cont.)
(4) Changes in the short-term loan receivable from the related
party for the year ended December 31, 2025 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
December 31,
2024
Increase
Decrease
Others
December 31,
2025
Non-trade account receivable (Short-term loan receivable)
$ 68,027
—
(70,313 )
2,286
—
(5) Changes in the borrowings from the related party for the
year ended December 31, 2025 were as follows:
(in US dollars)
December 31,
2024
Increase
Decrease
Others
December 31,
2025
Long-term debt (Loan from the Company’s CEO)
$ 22,687
—
—
555
23,242
16. Commitments and Contingencies
As of December 31, 2025, the Group has evaluated
its commitments and contingencies and determined that no material commitments or contingencies exist.
17. Fair Value Measurements
(1) The following
summarizes our financial liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis:
(in US dollars)
Classification
Measurement Level
2025
2024
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
Financial liabilities
Level 3
$ 81,060
-
As of December 31, 2025, the Company’s
share repurchase liabilities related to dissenting shareholder appraisal rights (“DSAR put option”) is classified as Level
3 within the fair value hierarchy due to the use of significant unobservable inputs.
The change in fair value of the DSAR put option resulted in a loss of $81,060 for the year ended December 31,
2025, which was recognized in the statements of operations within loss on share repurchase liabilities.
(2) Valuation of DSAR Put Option
The DSAR put option represents a freestanding financial instrument that provides dissenting shareholders with
the right to require the Company to repurchase their shares at a predetermined price, contingent on closing of the Share Exchange Agreement
described in Note 11. The Company accounts for this instrument at fair value, with changes in fair value recognized in earnings, in accordance
with ASC 480.
F-23
Handa
Lab Co., Ltd. and Subsidiary
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements
17. Fair Value
Measurements (cont.)
The fair value of the DSAR put option is determined using a valuation model based on the difference between:
(1) the present value of the expected cash settlement amount (including
statutory interest), and
(2) the present value of the underlying share value to be received
in a share exchange transaction
The valuation incorporates significant assumptions, including:
(1) expected cash settlement value based on contractual terms and
statutory interest rates
(2) estimated fair value of the Company’s shares
(3) probability of occurrence of the underlying transaction
(4) discount rates reflecting the time value of money
Due to the use of significant unobservable inputs, the DSAR put option is classified as a Level 3 financial liability.
18. Subsequent Events
The Group has evaluated subsequent events
from December 31, 2025 to the date the unaudited consolidated financial statements were available to be issued.
The Company incurred an obligation of approximately
KRW 2,786,000,000 (approximately $1.85 million) to Clever Co., Ltd. (“Clever”) following Clever’s exercise of appraisal
rights as a dissenting shareholder in connection with the 2025 share exchange. Clever obtained a court order in Korea attaching certain
bank accounts of the Company; however, the Company does not dispute the obligation and expects to satisfy the payment in the near term,
with the remaining matter relating solely to timing consistent with other similarly situated creditors. Management has determined that
this matter is not material and does not expect any material litigation, costs, or long-term impact, and the obligation has been appropriately
reflected in the Group’s consolidated financial statements.
In January 2026, the Company completed a comprehensive share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share
exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary of EMT Sub Co., Ltd.
Under the share exchange, all outstanding shares of Handa Lab were transferred to EMT Sub in exchange for equity
interests of EMT Sub. Existing shareholders of Handa Lab received shares of EMT Sub at an exchange ratio of 0.004138 shares of EMT Sub
for each share of Handa Lab common stock. No cash consideration was paid in connection with the share exchange, except for payments related
to dissenting shareholders.
Certain shareholders exercised their appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Law. Shareholders were entitled
to exercise such rights from May 16, 2025, the date of the notice of the shareholders’ meeting, through the closing of the shareholders’
meeting on June 2, 2025. As a result, the Company recognized a payable to dissenting shareholders in 2025.
The obligation to settle the appraisal rights remains with the Company; however, the funding required to satisfy such obligation is expected
to be provided by Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.
Upon the closing of the share exchange transaction in January 2026, the Company obtained shares of its parent
company, Evolution Metals and Technologies Corp. (“EMAT”), in exchange for its outstanding shares. The Company intends to
liquidate such shares and use the proceeds to settle the obligation to dissenting shareholders.
The payment amount was approximately $4.8 million as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues
to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
F-24
EX-99.7 — UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED BALANCE SHEET OF THE COMPANY AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025, AND THE UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025
EX-99.7
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Exhibit 99.7
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL
INFORMATION
Defined terms included
below and not otherwise defined in this Exhibit 99.7 have the same meaning as terms defined and included elsewhere in the Current Report
on Form 8-K (the “Form 8-K”), as amended, of which this exhibit forms a part. Unless otherwise stated or the context clearly
indicates otherwise, the terms the “Registrant,” “Company,” “EMAT,” “we,” “us,”
and “our” refer to Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp., a Delaware corporation, and its subsidiaries at and after the
Closing Date and giving effect to the consummation of the Business Combination, the term “WTMA” refers to Welsbach Technologies
Metals Acquisition Corp., a Delaware corporation, prior to the Closing Date and without giving effect to the Closing, and the term “EM”
refers to Evolution Metals LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, both prior to and after the Closing
Introduction
The following unaudited pro
forma condensed combined financial information provides additional information regarding the financial aspects of the Merger of EM and
WTMA including the related transactions that fall within the scope of the Business Combination. The following unaudited pro forma condensed
combined financial information has been prepared in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X as amended by the final rule,
Release 33-10786 “Amendments to Financial Disclosures about Acquired and Disposed Businesses.” Defined terms included
below have the same meaning as terms defined and included elsewhere in the Form 8-K, as amended, of which this exhibit forms a part.
The unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance
sheet as of December 31, 2025, assumes that the Business Combination and related transactions occurred on December 31, 2025. The unaudited
pro forma combined statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2025, gives pro forma effect to the Business Combination and
related transactions as if they had occurred on January 1, 2025.
These unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial
statements are for informational purposes only. They do not purport to indicate the results that would have been obtained had the Business
Combination and related transactions actually been completed on the assumed date or for the periods presented, or which may be realized
in the future. The pro forma adjustments are based on the information currently available and the assumptions and estimates underlying
the pro forma adjustments are described in the accompanying notes. Actual results may differ materially from the assumptions within the
accompanying unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information.
Description of the Business Combination
On November 6, 2024, WTMA entered
into the Merger Agreement with Merger Sub and EM. On January 5, 2026, the Merger Agreement was adopted and the Business Combination approved
by WTMA’s stockholders, EM’s members and the equity holders of the other Target Companies (as defined below). The Business
Combination was completed and at the Effective Time the Merger Sub merged with and into EM, with EM surviving the Merger as a wholly owned
subsidiary of WTMA. In connection with the closing of the Business Combination (the “Closing”), WTMA has changed its name
to Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (such post-Closing entity us referred to as “New EM”).
In addition to the Merger,
and as a material inducement to the parties to enter into the Merger Agreement, the parties to the Merger Agreement also entered into
certain other agreements to consummate the Precedent Transactions, each of which were conditional to and made effective upon the Closing.
New EM plans to grant certain awards under the New
EM Equity Incentive Plan, subject to approval by the compensation committee of the New EM Board of Directors as soon as reasonably practicable
after the Business Combination and subject to the filing of an effective registration statement on Form S-8. This arrangement has not
been reflected in the unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements but may have a material impact on the combined company’s
financial statements post-Closing.
Accounting Treatment of the Business Combination
Notwithstanding the legal form of the Business Combination
pursuant to the Merger Agreement, the Merger between WTMA and EM will be accounted for as a reverse recapitalization in accordance with
GAAP. Under this method of accounting, WTMA will be treated as the “accounting acquiree” and EM will be treated as the
“accounting acquirer” for financial statement reporting purposes. EM has been determined to be the accounting acquirer as
EM’s existing majority shareholders are expected to have majority voting interest in the combined entity, indicating that EM has
not undergone a change in control.
In connection with the Business Combination, Precedent
Transactions representing the acquisitions of the Operating Companies will each be accounted for in accordance with ASC 805, using the
acquisition method. For accounting purposes, the acquirer is the entity that has obtained control of another entity and, thus, consummated
a business combination. The determination of whether control has been obtained begins with the evaluation of whether control should be
evaluated based on the variable interest or voting interest model pursuant to ASC Topic 810, Consolidation (“ASC 810”).
EM will be considered as the accounting acquirer of each Operating Company based on evaluation of the following factors:
● EM will hold 100% of the voting equity interest in each of
the Operating Companies after acquisition.
● EM will have full and complete control over the Operating
Companies. No substantive participating or kick out rights are present.
● Prior to consummation of the Precedent Transactions, EM did
not have a controlling financial interest in any of the Operating Companies.
The factors discussed above support the conclusion
that EM will acquire a controlling financial interest in each of the Operating Companies through ownership of the majority of voting rights
and will be the accounting acquirer. Therefore, the Precedent Transactions entered in connection with the Business Combination will be
accounted for using the acquisition method. Under this method of accounting, EM is treated as the acquirer and each Operating Company
is treated as an acquired company for financial statement reporting purposes. Each Precedent Transaction will be effective on or about
the Closing of the Business Combination and will be conditional upon the Closing. Upon Closing the assets and liabilities of each Operating
Company will be recognized at fair value, and any consideration in excess of the fair value of the net assets acquired (including identifiable
intangible assets) will be recognized as goodwill.
The Company has determined EM to be the predecessor
entity to the Business Combination. Such determination is based on several considerations, each evaluated in the context of all relevant
facts and circumstances of the transaction and applicable accounting guidance. Regulation C, Rule 405 under the Securities Act of 1933
defines “predecessor” as “a person the major portion of the business and assets of which another person acquired in a single
succession, or in a series of related successions in each of which the acquiring person acquired the major portion of the business and
assets of the acquired person.” In the Business Combination, WTMA will acquire EM and the Operating Companies. As WTMA is a special
purpose acquisition company with nominal operations, it should not be considered the predecessor.
In assessing which of the acquired companies represents
the predecessor, EM has been identified as the predecessor entity based on an evaluation of the following factors:
● EM is expected to have significant influence in the ongoing
management structure of the combined entity relative to the other Operating Companies, with EM’s current sole managing member, David
Wilcox, assuming the role of Global Chief Executive Officer and Executive President of the Board of Directors of New EM post-Business
Combination. The management structure of the combined entity is not expected to consist of any members of the other Operating Companies.
Such positioning will allow EM’s legacy management to control and set long term strategic objectives, growth and funding strategies,
and operational manufacturing plans.
2
● The historical asset base, operating expenses, and relative
pre-merger fair value of EM is significantly larger compared to the other Operating Companies.
● The Operating Companies are viewed as complimentary, strategic
components to EM management’s plans to build a complete and integrated global supply chain for critical minerals and materials.
Consequently, there is no distinct Operating Company that will constitute a major portion of the operations of the combined entity.
While no single factor is individually determinative, the considerations
discussed above indicate that EM represents the “major portion” of the combined entity and is therefore deemed to be the predecessor
entity, whose historical financial statements prior to the Business Combination will become those of the reporting registrant.
Ownership after the Business Combination
The following presents the
post-Closing share ownership of EMAT excluding the dilutive effect of the convertible preferred units issued during the year-ended December
31, 2025, which will automatically convert into shares of New EM Common Stock, ninety days after Closing.
Ownership in
shares
Ownership
%
WTMA Public Stockholders(1)
909,234
0.2 %
WTMA Sponsor, current directors, officers and affiliates, and representatives(2)
2,369,181
0.4 %
EM Unitholders(3)
588,473,653
99.1 %
New EM Shares issued pursuant to WTMA extensions (Sept. 2023 and June 2024)
1,597,784
0.3 %
Total
593,349,852
100.0 %
(1) After taking into effect redemptions in connection with the
September Special Meeting, whereby holders of 427,854 shares of WTMA Common Stock exercised their right to redeem their WTMA Common Stock
(which became EMAT Common Stock prior to the settlement of the redemptions) and received approximately $11.47 per share redeemed, or
approximately $5.0 million in the aggregate, from the trust account established at the consummation of WTMA’s initial public offering
(the “Trust Account), which had a balance immediately prior to the Closing of approximately $6.5 million. Following the payment
of the redemptions, there was approximately $1.6 million of cash in the trust account available for disbursement in connection with the
Business Combination. Also includes the issuance of 772,768 shares of New EM Common Stock pursuant to public rights. On a percentage
basis, the effective underwriting fee of $4.2 million ($1.5 million of underwriting fees paid at the time of WTMA’s IPO and $2.7
million of deferred underwriting fees which are payable at the time of Closing) is 268.9%.
(2) Includes the issuance of 35,205 shares of New EM Common Stock
pursuant to the private rights and the issuance of 50,000 shares of New EM Common Stock pursuant to compensation agreements entered into
with Andrew Switaj (former director of WTMA), Dominik Oggenfuss (director of WTMA), Matthew Rockett (director of WTMA), and Justin Werner
(director of WTMA).
(3) Includes the issuance of 475,962,290 shares of New EM Common
Stock to the EM Equity holder, 109,436,178 shares of New EM Common Stock to the holders of EM Convertible Preferred Units, and the following
numbers of shares of New EM Common Stock in respect of the EM Member Units expected to be issued to equity holders of the Korean Companies
immediately prior to the Effective Time: 542,342 shares of New EM Common Stock to KCM’s stockholders, 1,614,129 shares of New EM
Common Stock to KMMI’s stockholders, 648,497 shares of New EM Common Stock to NS World’s stockholders, and 270,217 shares
of New EM Common Stock to Handa Lab’s stockholders.
3
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED BALANCE
SHEET
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
(in thousands, except share and per-share amounts)
WTMA
EM
Handa Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Transaction Accounting Adjustments
Notes
Pro forma Combined
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 4
$ 11,685
$ 461
$ 110
$ 794
$ 48
$ 1,564
A
$ 91,961
80,000
B
(2,705 )
C
Restricted cash
-
-
-
36
-
-
-
36
Accounts receivable
-
-
70
-
575
-
-
645
Accounts receivable - related parties
-
-
-
-
927
695
(695 )
Q
927
Non-trade accounts receivable
-
1,493
18
-
184
17
-
1,712
Non-trade accounts receivable - related parties
-
4,167
-
71
751
-
-
4,989
Inventory
-
-
4
-
906
427
-
1,337
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
141
59
4
16
109
3
-
332
Total current assets
145
17,404
557
233
4,246
1,190
78,164
101,939
Plant, property and equipment, net
-
-
305
1,974
1,281
2,698
(396 )
L
5,862
Operating lease right-of-use assets
-
-
2
31
-
-
-
33
Intangible assets, net
-
-
89
-
-
-
6,881
K
6,970
Deferred transaction costs
-
9,265
-
-
-
-
(9,265 )
D
-
Cash and investment held in Trust Account
6,465
-
-
-
-
-
(1,564 )
A
-
(4,901 )
E
Goodwill
-
-
-
-
-
-
75,419
M
75,419
Other noncurrent assets
-
-
41
148
51
6
-
246
Total assets
$ 6,610
$ 26,669
$ 994
$ 2,386
$ 5,578
$ 3,894
$ 144,338
$ 190,469
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UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED
COMBINED BALANCE SHEET
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025 — (Continued)
(in thousands, except share and per-share amounts)
WTMA
EM
Handa Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Transaction Accounting Adjustments
Notes
Pro forma Combined
LIABILITIES AND MEMBERS' DEFICIT
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
$ 3,627
$ 4,651
$ 9
$ -
$ 412
$ 48
$ -
$ 8,747
Accounts payable - related parties
-
-
-
-
1,428
-
(695 )
Q
733
Non-trade accounts payable
-
-
33
67
118
109
-
327
Non-trade accounts payable - related parties
534
-
-
-
873
-
-
1,407
Short term debt
-
482
-
300
368
301
48,279
S
129,730
80,000
B
Short term debt - related parties
-
-
-
-
2,130
576
-
2,706
Current portion of long-term debt
-
-
-
46
-
368
-
414
Current portion of long-term debt - related party
-
-
-
-
138
-
-
138
Current portion of finance lease liabilities
-
-
7
16
29
23
-
75
Current portion of operating lease liabilities
-
-
1
13
-
-
-
14
Derivative liabilities
-
379,205
81
471
109
152
(379,205 )
F
-
(813 )
S
Income taxes payable
187
-
-
-
-
-
-
187
Convertible promissory notes – related party
2,296
-
-
-
-
-
-
2,296
Working capital loans - related party
2,868
-
-
-
-
-
-
2,868
CPU Share Allocation Obligation
-
292,680
-
-
-
-
(292,680 )
F
-
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
-
339
67
66
1,032
154
20
D
1,678
Total current liabilities
9,512
677,357
198
979
6,637
1,731
(545,094 )
151,320
Long term debt
-
-
410
1,310
-
1,858
-
3,578
Long term debt -related parties
-
-
23
-
246
-
-
269
Finance lease liabilities, noncurrent
-
-
9
-
37
47
-
93
Operating lease liabilities, noncurrent
-
-
1
-
-
-
-
1
Deferred underwriting fee payable
2,705
-
-
-
-
-
(2,705 )
C
-
Deferred tax liabilities
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,297
R
1,297
Other noncurrent liabilities
-
-
-
155
368
127
-
650
Total liabilities
$ 12,217
$ 677,357
$ 641
$ 2,444
$ 7,288
$ 3,763
$ (546,502 )
$ 157,208
Commitments and contingencies
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
5
UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED
COMBINED BALANCE SHEET
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025 — (Continued)
(in thousands, except share
and per-share amounts)
WTMA
EM
Handa Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Transaction Accounting Adjustments
Notes
Pro forma Combined
TEMPORARY EQUITY AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
Common Stock subject to possible redemption
$ 6,402
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ 1,107
$ (1,548 )
H
$ -
(4,854 )
E
(1,107 )
P
Stockholders' Equity (Deficit)
New EM Common stock
-
-
-
-
-
-
48
J
59
10
F
1
I
-
N
Common stock
-
-
1,514
9
1,266
73
(2,868 )
O
-
6
P
Member units
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Convertible preferred units
-
26,263
-
-
-
-
(26,263 )
I
-
Additional paid-in capital
-
-
(3 )
3,938
815
-
(9,285 )
D
710,153
671,875
F
(12,009 )
G
1,548
H
26,261
I
(47 )
J
30,751
N
(4,744 )
O
1,101
P
(48 )
E
Accumulated deficit
(12,009 )
(676,957 )
(1,035 )
(3,840 )
(3,240 )
(924 )
12,011
G
(676,957 )
9,037
O
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (income)
-
6
(134 )
(165 )
(551 )
(125 )
975
O
6
Total stockholders' equity (deficit)
(12,009 )
(650,688 )
342
(58 )
(1,710 )
(976 )
698,360
33,261
Noncontrolling interest
-
-
11
-
-
-
(11 )
O
-
Total equity (deficit)
(12,009 )
(650,688 )
353
(58 )
(1,710 )
(976 )
698,349
33,261
Total liabilities, temporary equity and stockholders' equity (deficit)
$ 6,610
$ 26,669
$ 994
$ 2,386
$ 5,578
$ 3,894
$ 144,338
$ 190,469
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UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED STATEMENT
OF OPERATIONS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025
(in thousands)
WTMA
EM
Handa
Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Transaction
Accounting
Adjustments
Notes
Pro forma
Combined
Revenues
$ -
$ -
$ 458
$ -
$ 6,374
$ 1,300
$ (1,299 )
9A
$ 6,833
Cost of sales
-
-
(512 )
-
(5,144 )
(1,748 )
14
7A
(6,091 )
1,299
9A
Gross profit (loss)
-
-
(54 )
-
1,230
(448 )
14
742
Operating expenses:
Other operating income, net
-
-
247
3
61
-
-
311
Selling, general and administrative
(1,949 )
(8,291 )
(603 )
(1,269 )
(1,620 )
(361 )
(20 )
2A
(14,613 )
(500 )
3A
Franchise tax
(92 )
-
-
-
-
-
-
(92 )
Total operating expenses
(2,041 )
(8,291 )
(356 )
(1,266 )
(1,559 )
(361 )
(520 )
(14,394 )
Loss from operations
(2,041 )
(8,291 )
(410 )
(1,266 )
(329 )
(809 )
(506 )
(13,632 )
Other income (expense):
Interest expense
-
-
(6 )
(30 )
(179 )
(134 )
(94 )
8A
(443 )
Interest income
-
118
8
21
7
3
-
157
Interest income from investments held in Trust Account
277
-
-
-
-
-
(277 )
1A
-
Other expense
-
-
-
(2 )
(245 )
(13 )
(260 )
Other income
14
250
1
11
197
47
520
Allowance for credit losses
-
(9,418 )
-
-
-
-
(9,418 )
Change in fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligation variable share settlement
-
(274,278 )
-
-
-
-
274,278
4A
-
Change in fair value of July Investment Agreement DerivativeObligations
-
(325,973 )
-
-
-
-
325,973
4A
-
Day one loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligation
-
(404 )
-
-
-
-
404
4A
-
Gain (Loss) on fair value remeasurement of financial instruments
-
-
(82 )
(471 )
4
(333 )
265
6A
196
813
5A
Provision for income taxes
(39 )
-
-
-
-
(2 )
-
(41 )
Total other income (expense)
252
(609,705 )
(79 )
(471 )
(216 )
(432 )
601,362
(9,289 )
Net loss
$ (1,789 )
$ (617,996 )
$ (489 )
$ (1,737 )
$ (545 )
$ (1,241 )
$ 600,856
$ (22,941 )
Net loss per share (Note 5)
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic and diluted - redemption feature
772,839
Net loss per share - basic and diluted - redemption feature
$ (0.59 )
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic and diluted - no redemption feature
2,283,976
Net loss per share - basic and diluted - no redemption feature
$ (0.59 )
Weighted average shares outstanding - basic and diluted
1,000,000
593,349,852
Net loss per share - basic and diluted - no redemption feature
$ (618.00 )
$ (0.04 )
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NOTES TO UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Note 1. Basis of Presentation
The unaudited pro forma condensed
combined balance sheet as of December 31, 2025, gives pro forma effect to the Business Combination as if it had been consummated as of
December 31, 2025. The unaudited pro forma combined statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2025, gives pro forma effect
to the Business Combination as if it had been consummated as of January 1, 2025, the first day of New EM’s 2025 fiscal
year. This information should be read together with the audited historical financial statements of each of WTMA, EM, and the Operating
Companies, including the notes thereto, as well as other financial information included as exhibits to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of
which this exhibit forms a part.
The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial
information has been prepared to illustrate the estimated effects of the Business Combination and any related transactions. It sets forth
and is derived from the following:
●
WTMA’s audited financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025, incorporated by reference in an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
●
EM’s audited financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025, included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
●
Each Operating Company’s audited financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025, included as exhibits to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
The pro forma adjustments reflecting the consummation
of the Business Combination are based on certain currently available information and certain assumptions and methodologies that EMAT believes
are reasonable under the circumstances. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined adjustments, which are described in the accompanying
notes, may be revised as additional information becomes available and is evaluated. EMAT believes that these assumptions and methodologies
provide a reasonable basis for presenting all of the significant effects of the Business Combination based on information available to
management at the time, and that the pro forma adjustments give appropriate effect to those assumptions and are properly applied in the
unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information.
Based on its initial analysis, management did not
identify any differences in accounting policies between the combining entities that would have a material impact on the unaudited pro
forma condensed combined financial information. As a result, the unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information does not
assume any differences in accounting policies. Upon consummation of the Business Combination, New EM’s management will perform a
comprehensive review of the combining entities’ accounting policies. As a result of the review, New EM’s management may
identify differences between the accounting policies of the combining entities which, when confirmed, could have a material impact on
the financial statements of New EM.
The unaudited pro forma condensed
combined financial information does not give effect to any anticipated synergies, operating efficiencies, tax savings or cost savings
that may be associated with the Business Combination. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information is not necessarily
indicative of what the actual results of operations and balance sheet would have been had the Business Combination taken place on the
dates indicated, nor are they indicative of the future consolidated results of operations or financial position of New EM. They should
be read in conjunction with the historical financial statements and notes thereto of all the combining entities included as exhibits to
Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
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Note 2. Reclassifications
Certain reclassifications
have been made to the historical presentation of the combining entities to conform to the preliminary financial statement presentation
of the combined entity. Upon consummation of the Business Combination, New EM’s management will perform a comprehensive review
of the combining entities to further align the financial statement presentation of New EM.
Unaudited Pro Forma Combined Balance Sheet
In thousands
As of December 31, 2025
Reclassification
from
Reclassification
to
WTMA
Non-trade accounts payable – related parties
$ 534
Due to affiliates
$ (534 )
EM
Non-trade accounts receivable
$ 1,493
Notes receivable, current, net
$ (1,493 )
Non-trade accounts receivable – related parties
$ 4,167
Notes receivable, related party, net
$ (4,167 )
Derivative liabilities
$ 379,205
July Investment Agreement Derivative
$ (379,205 )
Short term debt
$ 484
Note payable
$ (484 )
Handa Lab
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
$ 41
Contract liabilities
$ (41 )
KMMI
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
$ 31
Withholdings
$ (11 )
Current portion of defined severance benefits
$ (20 )
Other noncurrent liabilities
$ 79
Liability for pension benefits
$ (79 )
Derivative liabilities
$ 471
Share repurchase liabilities
$ (471 )
NS World
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
$ 718
Accrued expenses
$ (77 )
Current portion of defined severance benefits
$ (641 )
Other noncurrent liabilities
$ 343
Liability for pension benefits
$ (343 )
Derivative liabilities
$ 110
Share repurchase liabilities
$ (110 )
KCM
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities
$ 109
Current portion of defined severance benefits
$ (109 )
Other noncurrent liabilities
$ 126
Long term taxes payable
$ (33 )
Defined severance benefits
$ (93 )
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Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statement of Operations
In thousands
Year ended December 31, 2025
Reclassification
from
Reclassification
to
WMTA
Other income
$ 14
Reversal of prior year interest and penalties on excise tax liability
$ (14 )
EM
Selling, general and administrative
$ (342 )
Sales and marketing
$ 342
Handa Lab
Interest income
$ 1
Interest income – related parties
$ (1 )
KMMI
Other income
$ 7
Gain on foreign currency
$ (7 )
Other expense
$ -
Loss on foreign currency
$ -
Interest income
$ 19
Interest income – related parties
$ (19 )
Gain (loss) on fair value remeasurement of other financial instruments
$ (471 )
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
$ 471
NS World
Revenue
$ 457
Revenue – related parties
$ (457 )
Other operating income, net
$ 38
Other operating income – related parties
$ (38 )
Other income
$ 159
Gain on foreign currency
$ (159 )
Other expense
$ (178 )
Loss on foreign currency
$ 178
Interest expense
$ (121 )
Interest expense – related parties
$ 121
Gain (loss) on fair value remeasurement of other financial instruments
$ (111 )
Loss on share repurchase liabilities
$ 111
KCM
Revenue
$ 1,299
Revenue – related parties
$ (1,299 )
Other income
$ 4
Gain on foreign currency
$ (4 )
Interest expense
$ (24 )
Interest expense – related parties
$ 24
Other expense
$ (12 )
Loss on foreign currency
$ 12
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Note 3. Calculation of estimated purchase consideration and
preliminary purchase price allocation for the Precedent Transactions
EM is the accounting acquirer of each Operating
Company, which will be accounted for under the acquisition method of accounting for business combinations in accordance with ASC 805.
The allocation of the preliminary estimated purchase price for each acquisition is based upon management’s estimates of and assumptions
related to the fair values of assets to be acquired and liabilities to be assumed as of December 31, 2025, using currently available information.
Due to the fact that the unaudited pro forma combined condensed financial statements have been prepared based on these preliminary estimates,
the final purchase price allocation and the resulting effect on the combined company’s financial position and results of operations
may differ materially from the pro forma amounts included herein.
The final purchase price allocation for the Precedent
Transactions will be performed as soon as practicable within the required measurement period and adjustments to estimated amounts or recognition
of additional assets acquired or liabilities assumed may occur as more detailed analyses are completed and additional information is obtained
about the facts and circumstances that existed as of the Closing.
in thousands, except share data
Handa Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Total
Estimated shares of common stock outstanding
380,800
22,080
289,055
21,666
Estimated shares attributable to assenting shareholders
137,200
8,100
144,527
8,160
Exchange ratio (per unit of EM Member Units)
0.0041
0.4187
0.0094
0.1396
Estimated total of EM Member Units due to assenting shareholders
568
3,391
1,362
1,139
Estimated fair value of each EM Member Unit
$ 4,760
$ 4,760
$ 4,760
$ 4,760
Equity portion of consideration
$ 2,702
$ 16,141
$ 6,485
$ 5,423
$ 30,751
Liabilities incurred to dissenting
shareholders(1)
$ 4,814
$ 27,951
$ 6,507
$ 9,006
Liabilities incurred to former owners’ portion of consideration
$ 4,814
$ 27,951
$ 6,507
$ 9,006
$ 48,278
Total estimated consideration
$ 7,516
$ 44,092
$ 12,992
$ 14,429
$ 79,029
(1) As such liabilities will be settled in Korean Won (KRW), the
balances presented herein represent the United States Dollar (USD) value at January 5th, 2026, using the KRW to USD spot rate.
The following table presents the preliminary purchase
price allocation of the assets acquired and the liabilities assumed as if the acquisitions of each Operating Company occurred on December
31, 2025 (in thousands):
Handa Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Total
Total estimated consideration
$ 7,516
$ 44,092
$ 12,992
$ 14,429
$ 79,029
Purchase price allocation:
Historical net assets
353
(58 )
(1,710 )
(976 )
(2,391 )
Plus: Liabilities settled and not assumed
81
471
110
152
813
Plus: Fair value step-up to intangibles
3,981
340
1,620
940
6,881
Plus: Fair value step-up (reduction) to property, plant and equipment
38
(308 )
21
(147 )
(396 )
Less: Deferred tax (liabilities) assets
(804 )
(7 )
(328 )
(159 )
(1,297 )
Total net assets acquired
3,649
439
(287 )
(190 )
3,610
Goodwill
$ 3,867
$ 43,653
$ 13,279
$ 14,619
$ 75,419
The acquisition method of accounting
uses the fair value concepts defined in ASC Topic 820, Fair Value Measurement (“ASC 820”), which defines fair
value as “the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market
participants at the measurement date.” Fair value measurements can be highly subjective, and it is possible the application of reasonable
judgment could develop different assumptions resulting in a range of alternative estimates using the same facts and circumstances.
Goodwill represents the excess
of the estimated purchase price over the estimated fair value of each Operating Company’s assets and liabilities, including the
fair value of the estimated identifiable finite and indefinite lived intangible assets. Goodwill will not be amortized but will be subject
to periodic impairment testing.
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Note 4. Pro Forma Adjustments
The unaudited pro forma condensed
combined financial information has been prepared to illustrate the effect of the Business Combination and related transactions and has
been prepared for informational purposes only.
The following unaudited pro
forma condensed combined financial information has been prepared in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X as amended
by the final rule, Release No. 33-10786 “Amendments to Financial Disclosures about Acquired and Disposed Businesses.”
Release No. 33-10786 replaces the existing pro forma adjustment criteria with simplified requirements to depict the accounting for
the transaction (“Transaction Accounting Adjustments”) and present the reasonably estimable synergies and other transaction
effects that have occurred or are reasonably expected to occur (“Management’s Adjustments”). EMAT has elected not to
present Management’s Adjustments and will only be presenting Transaction Accounting Adjustments in the unaudited pro forma condensed
combined financial information. Certain of the Operating Companies have had historical relationships prior to the Business Combination.
Accordingly, pro forma adjustments have been made to eliminate the activities between the companies.
The pro forma basic and diluted
earnings per share amounts presented in the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statement of operations are based upon the number of
shares of New EM Common Stock outstanding, assuming the Business Combination and related transactions occurred on January 1, 2025.
Adjustments to Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Balance
Sheet
A. Reflects the reclassification of $1.6 million held in
the Trust Account that became available at the Closing of the Business Combination to cash and cash equivalents.
B. Reflects the $80.0 million of cash proceeds from a short-term
bridge loan that the Company incurred to facilitate the closing of the Business Combination. The loan is presented as a short-term liability
as it is expected to be repaid within five days of Closing.
C. Represents payment to settle the deferred underwriting fee
payable related to WMTA’s initial public offering in the amount of $2.7 million.
D. Represents estimated transaction costs for legal, advisory, accounting
and other services expected to be incurred and accrued at or before Closing of the Business Combination by WTMA and EM. Estimated incremental
transaction costs of $0.02 million have been reflected as Accrued expenses and other current liabilities. These costs are expected to
be expensed and recognized in the respective entity’s accumulated deficit and reclassified to additional paid-in capital at Closing
to reflect the reclassification of the respective entity’s historical accumulated deficit. Further, EM deferred approximately $9.3 million
of transaction costs as of December 31, 2025, which have been reclassified to additional paid-in capital at Closing.
E. Represents the actual redemptions of 427,854 shares of WTMA
Common Stock for approximately $4.9 million.
F. Reflects the settlement of EM’s obligations requiring
variable share settlement upon Closing pursuant to the terms and conditions of the EM Convertible Instruments and the terms and conditions
of the Investment Agreement between Springrock Management Inc. and EM, dated July 18, 2024. Together, the settlement reflects the issuance
of 96,796,178 shares of New EM Common Stock upon Closing. The shares of New EM Common Stock are allocated to New EM Common Stock and
additional paid-in capital using par value $0.0001 per share.
G. Reflects the reclassification of WTMA’s historical
accumulated deficit into additional paid-in capital as part of the reverse recapitalization.
H. Reflects the recapitalization of WTMA’s Common Stock
subject to possible redemption into permanent equity of New EM Common Stock at a per share par value of $0.0001.
I. Reflects the conversion of EM Convertible Instruments issued
and outstanding as of December 31, 2025, into 12,640,000 shares of New EM Common Stock immediately upon Closing of the Business Combination.
The shares of New EM Common Stock are allocated to New EM Common Stock and additional paid-in capital using par value $0.0001 per share.
J. Reflects the recapitalization of EM Common Stock and the
issuance of 475,962,290 shares of New EM Common Stock to EM Unitholders as consideration for the reverse recapitalization. The shares
of New EM Common Stock are allocated to New EM Common Stock and additional paid-in capital using par value $0.0001 per share.
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K. Reflects the adjustment of acquired intangible assets to
their estimated fair values. The preliminary valuation analysis identified intangible assets related to customer relationships and developed
technology. The calculation of fair value and estimate of useful lives is preliminary and subject to change.
L. Reflects the adjustment of acquired property, plant and equipment
to their estimated fair values. The calculation of fair value and estimate of useful lives is preliminary and subject to change.
M. Reflects the adjustment to record estimated goodwill resulting
from the preliminary purchase price allocation, as further described in Note 3 above.
N. Reflects the $30.8 million of New EM Common Stock issued
as a portion of consideration for the Operating Company acquisitions. The shares of New EM Common Stock are allocated to New EM Common
Stock and additional paid-in capital using par value $0.0001 per share.
O. Reflects the elimination of each Operating Company’s
equity and non-controlling interest balance as part of the acquisition method of accounting prescribed under ASC 805.
P. Reflects the conversion of certain KCM redeemable preferred share instruments into KCM common
shares. The KCM redeemable convertible preferred stock converted into
1,666 common shares of KCM. The conversion of these instruments is expected to occur before EM acquires the Operating Companies and
has been reflected in the estimated shares of common stock outstanding in the calculation of equity consideration within Note
3.
Q. Reflects the elimination of intercompany balances between
the following entities on a combined basis (in thousands):
Company
Financial Statement Caption
Related Party
As of
December 31,
2025
KCM
Accounts receivable – related parties
NS World
$ 695
NS World
Accounts payable – related parties
KCM
$ 695
R. Reflects the establishment of deferred tax liabilities related
to the acquisition of indefinite lived intangible assets and property, plant and equipment at their fair values in accordance with ASC
805, as further described in Note 3. An estimated statutory rate of 20% was used for the Korean Companies. The following table summarizes
the deferred tax liability (asset) by entity (in thousands):
Handa
Lab
KMMI
NS World
KCM
Total
Intangible asset fair value step-up
$ 3,981
$ 340
$ 1,620
$ 940
$ 6,881
Property, plant and equipment fair value step-up (reduction)
38
(308 )
21
(147 )
(396 )
Total fair value step-up (reduction)
4,019
32
1,641
793
6,484
Estimated statutory tax rate
20 %
20 %
20 %
20 %
Deferred tax liabilities (assets)
$ 804
$ 6
$ 328
$ 159
$ 1,297
S. Reflects the elimination of the book value of the Korean
shareholder repurchase liabilities and recognition of a short-term liability of $48.3 million for the cash consideration payable to dissenting
shareholders of the Korean Operating Companies who elected to receive cash for their shares. The amount is classified as a current liability
as it is expected to be paid within one year of the acquisition date.
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T. Upon consummation of the Business Combination, the capital
structure of New EM will consist of a single class of common stock and preferred stock. Authorized, issued and outstanding shares for
each class of common stock and preferred stock as of December 31, 2025, and on a pro forma basis are as follows:
As of December 31, 2025
Pro Forma Combined
Authorized
Issued
Outstanding
Authorized
Issued
Outstanding
WTMA Preferred Stock
1,000,000
-
-
-
-
-
WTMA Common Stock
100,000,000
2,283,976
2,283,976
-
-
-
EM Member Units
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
-
-
-
EM Convertible Preferred Units
59,671,021
59,671,021
59,671,021
-
-
-
Handa Lab Common Stock
1,500,000
291,800
291,800
-
-
-
KMMI Common Stock
20,000,000
22,080
22,080
-
-
-
NS World Common Stock
1,006,220
289,055
289,055
-
-
-
KCM Common Stock
1,000,000
21,666
21,666
-
-
-
New EM Preferred Stock
-
-
-
1,000,000
-
-
New EM Common Stock
-
-
-
1,501,000,000
593,349,852
593,349,852
Adjustments to the Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statements
of Operations
1A. Reflects the elimination of investment income on the Trust
Account.
2A. Reflects the estimated transaction costs of approximately
$0.02 million as if incurred on January 1, 2025, the date the Business Combination occurred for the purposes of the unaudited
pro forma condensed combined statement of operations. This is a non-recurring item.
3A. Represents the adjustment to increase amortization expense
by $0.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as a result of the fair value step-up for the Operating Companies’ intangible
assets, as further described in Note 3. Estimated useful lives used to calculate amortization expense over a straight-line basis
ranged from 9 to 17 years.
4A. Reflects the elimination of losses for the year ended December
31, 2025, related to the change in fair value of EM’s CPU Share Allocation Obligation and July Investment Agreement derivative,
which are settled upon Closing.
5A. Reflects the elimination of losses for the year ended December
31, 2025, related to the change in fair value of the dissenting shareholder appraisal right liability instruments, which are assumed
to be replaced by the dissenting shareholder liability at Closing, as described in Note S.
6A. Reflects the elimination of losses for the year ended December
31, 2025, related to the change in fair value of the KCM liability instruments which are assumed to convert before Closing.
7A. Reflects the adjustment to decrease depreciation expense
by $0.014 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, as a result of the net fair value adjustment for the Operating Companies’
property, plant and equipment, as further described in Note 3.
8A. Reflects interest expense of $0.09 million related to an
$80.0 million short-term bridge loan used to finance the acquisition. This interest expense is a nonrecurring item, as the Company intends
to repay the loan in full five days after the closing date from operating cash flows. The expense will not recur beyond this 5-day period.
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9A. Reflects the elimination of intercompany transactions between
the following entities on a pro forma condensed combined basis (in thousands):
Company
Financial Statement Caption
Related Party
Year ended
December 31,
2025
KCM
Revenue
NS World
$ 1,299
NS World
Cost of sales
KCM
$ 1,299
Note 5. Net Loss per Share
Net loss per share was calculated using the historical
weighted average shares outstanding, and the issuance of additional shares in connection with the Business Combination and the related
transactions, assuming the shares were outstanding since January 1, 2025. As the Business Combination and the related transactions
are being reflected as if they had occurred at the beginning of the period presented, the calculation of weighted average shares outstanding
for basic and diluted net loss per share assumes that the shares issuable relating to the Business Combination have been outstanding for
the entirety of all periods presented.
in thousands, except share data
Year ended
December 31,
2025 (1)
Pro forma net loss
$ (22,941 )
Basic and diluted weighted average shares outstanding(2)
593,349,852
Pro forma net loss per share – basic and diluted
$ (0.04 )
(1) Pro forma loss per share includes the related pro forma
adjustments as referred to within the section “Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Financial Information.”
(2) Potentially dilutive outstanding securities were excluded
from the computation of pro forma net loss per share, basic and diluted, because their effect would be anti-dilutive or vesting of such
shares is contingent upon the satisfaction of certain conditions which were not satisfied by the end of the periods presented.
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EX-99.9 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF EM FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND THE PERIOD FROM FEBRUARY 8, 2024 (INCEPTION) TO DECEMBER 31, 2024
EX-99.9
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Exhibit 99.9
EVOLUTIONS METAL LLC’S MANAGEMENT’S
DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following “Management’s
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” should be read in conjunction with our audited consolidated
financial statements as of and for the year ended December 31, 2025 and as of December 31, 2024 and for the period from February 8,
2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024 and other information included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit
forms a part. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ
materially from such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to those differences include, but are not limited
to, those identified below and those discussed in the sections titled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Note Regarding
Forward-Looking Statements” included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part. Additionally,
our historical results are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected in any future period. Amounts are presented
in U.S. dollars.
Unless the context otherwise requires, references
in this “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” to “we,”
“us,” “our,” “the Company” and “EM LLC” generally refer to Evolution Metals LLC.
Business Overview
EM LLC was formed in Delaware in February 2024
to develop a secure, reliable global supply chain for critical minerals and materials (“CMM”), leveraging advanced technologies
and strategic consolidation of midstream and downstream manufacturers. The Company will support key industries, such as automotive while
driving a sustainable future through efficient processing and the application of cutting edge robotics and artificial intelligence (“AI”).
To achieve this vision, the
Company and Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp., a Delaware company (“WTMA or the “SPAC”) acquired the Four
Entities (as defined below) critical to the CMM supply chain in order to combine initial capabilities believed to serve as the foundation
for the Company’s growth — transforming raw materials into essential components for further manufacturing; recycling
lithium batteries; producing materials that are essential feedstocks used in the production of advanced magnets, which include (a) bonded
magnets that are vital components in various high-tech applications (including automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics industries)
and (b) sintered magnets that are crucial for high-performance applications (particularly in the defense and aerospace sectors where
precision and durability are paramount); developing AI software and machines to drive automation, innovation, and efficiency to reduce
labor costs, lower manufacturing reject rates, and automating the quality of control processes. The Operating Companies are expected to
include Handa Lab Co., Ltd., a Korean company (“Handa Lab”), KCM Industry Co., Ltd., a Korean company (“KCM”),
KMMI INC., a Korean company (“KMMI”), and NS World Co., Ltd., a Korean company (collectively with Handa Lab, KCM and KMMI,
the “Four Entities” or the “Korean Companies”). The Company is expected to produce materials annually, including
magnets and battery metals to meet the growing global demand driven by the electrification of transportation, the expansion of green energies,
advancements in healthcare technologies, military and defense manufacturing, and consumer appliances, among others.
Recent Developments
Recent events impacting our business are as follows:
On January 5, 2026 (the “Closing
Date”), following the approval at the special meeting of the shareholders of WTMA, held on September 2, 2025, WTMA Merger Subsidiary
LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, and a wholly owned subsidiary of WTMA (the “Merger Sub”) consummated a merger (the
“Merger”) with and into Evolution Metals LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, pursuant to an Amended and Restated Agreement
and Plan of Merger, dated as of November 6, 2024, as amended by Amendment No. 1 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger,
dated as of November 11, 2024, as amended by Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated February 10,
2025, as amended by Amendment No. 3 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated March 31, 2025, as amended by Amendment
No. 4 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated June 11, 2025, as amended by Amendment No. 5 to Amended and Restated
Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated July 21, 2025, and as amended by Amendment No. 6 to Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger,
dated January 5, 2026 (the “Merger Agreement”). Accordingly, the Merger Agreement was adopted, and the Merger and other transactions
contemplated thereby (collectively, the “Business Combination”) were approved and completed. At the closing of the Business
Combination (the “Closing”) on January 5, 2026, pursuant to the Merger Agreement, Merger Sub merged with and into EM, with
EM surviving the Merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of WTMA. On the Closing Date, pursuant to the Business Combination, WTMA changed
its name to Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. As part of the Business Combination and prior to the closing of the Merger, EM acquired
Handa Lab, KCM, KMMI, and NS World.
On January 5, 2026, WTMA,
entered into Amendment No. 6 to the Amended and Restated Agreement and Plan of Merger, which amended the Amended and Restated Agreement
and Plan of Merger, by among other things, amended the recitals of the Merger Agreement, as well as certain definitions under the Merger
Agreement, and also
updated the list of minority equityholders.
On January 5, 2026, WTMA
entered into that certain Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of January 5, 2026, by and among WTMA, EM, NewCo, Inc., a Delaware corporation
(“NewCo”), and William David Wilcox Jr., as the sole stockholder of NewCo, as it may be amended or supplemented from time
to time (the “Step 7 Merger Agreement”), pursuant to which Merger Sub will merge with and into NewCo (the Step 7 Merger),
on the terms and subject to the conditions set forth in the Step 7 Merger Agreement, with NewCo continuing as the surviving corporation
in the Step 7 Merger. Thereafter, on January 5, 2026, Merger Sub merged with and into EM, with EM surviving the Step 8 Merger as a wholly
owned subsidiary of WTMA. On the Closing Date, pursuant to the Business Combination, WTMA changed its name to Evolution Metals & Technologies
Corp.
Precedent Transaction Agreements
As contemplated by the Merger
Agreement, EM and WTMA entered into the following transactions that were consummated in connection with the Closing (the “Precedent
Transactions”) in order to effectuate the Business Combination and which occurred prior to or at the Closing.
On January 5, 2026, in the
first step of the Precedent Transactions, the EM Equityholder formed a wholly owned subsidiary and Delaware corporation (“US NewCo”)
and immediately thereafter contributed 13,000 of the limited liability company common member units of EM (the “EM Member Units”)
to US NewCo in exchange for 100 shares of common stock of US NewCo.
On January 5, 2026, in the
second step of the Precedent Transactions, EM formed (i) a wholly owned subsidiary and Korean Chusik Hosea company (“Korea NewCo”)
and (ii) a wholly owned subsidiary and Korean non-Chusik Hosea company (“Korea DRE”).
On January 5, 2026, in the
third step of the Precedent Transactions, Korea DRE elected to be classified as a disregarded entity for U.S. federal income tax purposes.
On January 5, 2026, in the
fourth step of the Precedent Transactions, EM contributed $78,870,000 (the “Capital Contribution”) to the capital of, and
assigned its rights under certain heads of agreement between EM and each of the Korean Companies to Korea NewCo.
On January 5, 2026, in the
fifth step of the Precedent Transactions, EM caused Korea NewCo to distribute the Capital Contribution to EM in exchange for 16,571 EM
Member Units.
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On January 5, 2026, in Step
6-A of the Precedent Transactions, Korea NewCo acquired Korean DRE from EM in exchange for KRW 10,000,000, after which Korea DRE became
a wholly owned subsidiary of Korea NewCo.
On January 5, 2026, in Step
6-B of the Precedent Transactions, each equity holder of each of the equityholders of each of the Korean Companies (collectively, the
“Korean Equityholders”) who did not exercise his, her or its appraisal rights with respect to all of his, her or its equity
interests in the applicable Korean Company exchanged, pursuant to certain share exchange agreements, as amended (the “Korean Company
Exchange Agreements”), those of his, her or its equity interests in the applicable Korean Company owned by such equityholder with
respect to which such equityholder did not exercise the appraisal right for the respective portions of the EM Member Units and the remaining
EM Member Units, which represented the fair market value of the shares of the Korean Companies with respect to which the appraisal rights
are exercised, were transferred by Korea NewCo to each applicable Korean Company.
On January 5, 2026, in Step
6-C of the Precedent Transactions, Korea NewCo, pursuant to an agreement and plan of merger, merged with and into Korea DRE, such that
the separate existence of Korea NewCo ceased and Korea DRE became the surviving company.
On January 5, 2026, EM and
the applicable Korean Companies executed the Step 6-D transaction documents providing for EM’s acquisition of all EM Member Units
held by such Korean Companies for an aggregate purchase price of $48,118,084. The payment of Step 6-D is contractually required to occur
on the earlier of (i) 14 calendar days following EM’s consummation of a capital raise exceeding $50,000,000, or (ii) the third anniversary
of the Korean Company Exchange Agreements, after which the Korean Companies will become wholly owned subsidiaries of Korea DRE following
the required redemptions of interests subject to appraisal rights.
On January 5, 2026, in the
seventh step of the Precedent Transactions, Merger Sub merged with and into US NewCo pursuant to Step 7 Merger Agreement, such that (i)
the separate existence of Merger Sub ceased and US NewCo became the surviving corporation and a wholly owned subsidiary of WTMA and (ii)
the EM Equityholder received $61,875,098 worth of WTMA Common Stock in consideration for such merger.
On January 5, 2026, the Merger
and related transactions consummated under the Merger Agreement at the Closing were the eighth step of the Precedent Transactions and
occurred immediately following the seventh step of the Precedent Transactions.
Registration Rights Agreement
In connection with the Closing,
EMAT, WTMA’s sponsor, Welsbach Acquisition Holdings LLC (the “Sponsor”), certain former holders of WTMA Common Stock,
certain former members of EM and certain other entities (such holders, collectively, the “RRA Holders”) entered into the Amended
and Restated Registration Rights Agreement, dated as of the Closing Date (the “Registration Rights Agreement”), pursuant to
which, among other things, EMAT is obligated to file, within 180 days following the Closing Date, a shelf registration statement to register
the resale of certain securities of EMAT, including EMAT Common Stock, held by the RRA Holders after the Closing. The Registration Rights
Agreement also provides the RRA Holders with certain demand and piggy-back registration rights, subject to certain requirements and customary
conditions.
The Registration Rights Agreement
will terminate on the earlier of (i) the tenth anniversary of the Closing Date and (b) with respect to any RRA Holder, on the date that
such RRA Holder no longer holds any securities permitted to be registered pursuant to the Registration Rights Agreement.
Lock-up Agreements
In connection with the Business
Combination, on the Closing Date, the stockholders of the Korean Equityholders, EM Convertible Preferred Unit holders, and holders of
EM Member Units entered into lock-up agreements with respect to their equity interests and the shares of EMAT Common Stock that they received
in the Business Combination pursuant to which they agreed to certain restrictions on transfer of their securities until seven calendar
days following the Closing or until up to the third anniversary of the Closing.
Issuance of Note Receivables and Note Receivables — Related
Party
During 2024 and 2025, the Company entered into unsecured
promissory notes with the Sponsor in the amounts of $1,191,865 and $1,127,262, respectively (the “WTMA Sponsor Notes”). The
WTMA Sponsor Notes are non-interest bearing and mature on the earlier of the (a) Closing or (b) liquidation of WTMA.
During 2025 the Company entered into nine unsecured
promissory notes with the voting member of the Company in the aggregate amounts of $3,145,000 (the “2025 Related Party Notes”).
The 2025 Related Party Notes are non-interest bearing and mature on the earlier of (a) the Closing or (b) December 31,
2025.
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Issuance of convertible preferred units
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company issued 24,441,000
convertible preferred units in exchange for $1.00 per unit for gross proceeds of $24,441,000 (the “2025 Preferred Units”).
All issuances of 2025 Preferred Units and Q4
2025 Preferred Units provide the investor an additional share allocation issuance equal to a pro rata percentage of 1.0% of the Company’s
fully diluted ownership in New EM at closing of the Business Combination equal to the percentage of the investor’s investment into
the Company’s convertible preferred units the investors purchase divided by either (a) $2,000,000 or (ii) $4,000,000,
as determined by the terms of each investor’s convertible preferred unit agreement.
Results of Operations
As of December 31, 2025, the Company has not generated
any revenue. Since inception, the Company’s expenses are associated with start-up and costs related to the potential Business Combination
as described above.
The following table summarizes our financial results
for the following periods:
For the Year Ended
December 31,
For the
Period from
February 8,
2024
(inception)
to
December 31,
2025
2024
Operating Expenses:
General and administrative
$ 7,948,985
$ 3,598,833
Sales and marketing
341,804
202,641
Loss from operations
(8,290,789 )
(3,801,474 )
Total other expense, net
(609,705,055 )
(55,160,108 )
Net loss
$ (617,995,844 )
$ (58,961,582 )
General and administrative
For all periods presented, general and administrative
expenses consist primarily of legal fees, consulting fees and travel expenses associated with start-up expenditures and costs related
to the potential Business Combination.
Sales and marketing
For all periods presented, sales and marketing expenses
consist mainly of costs of awareness and marketing efforts in anticipation of the Business Combination.
Total other expenses, net
For the year ended December 31, 2025, total other
expense, net consisted primarily of a $325,973,158 loss from the change in fair value of the July Investment Agreement Derivative, a $274,278,481
loss from the change in fair value of the CPU Share Allocation Obligations, a $9,417,652 allowance for credit losses, and a $403,536 day
one loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligations, partially offset by $117,772 of interest income and $250,000 of other income.
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For the period from February 8, 2024 (inception)
to December 31, 2024, total other expense, net consisted primarily of a $20,160,319 day one loss on July Investment Agreement Derivatives,
a $18,118,830 allowance for credit losses, a $15,571,302 loss from the change in fair value of the July Investment Agreement Derivative,
a $1,860,869 loss from the change in fair value of the CPU Share Allocation Obligations, and a $227,994 day one loss on CPU Share Allocation
Obligations, partially offset by $779,206 of interest income.
Liquidity and Going Concern
Historically, the Company’s primary sources
of liquidity have been cash flows from issuance of convertible preferred units. The Company reported a net loss of $617,995,844 for the
year ended December 31, 2025. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had an aggregate cash balance of $11,685,000 and a net working capital
deficit of $659,955,000. These are indicators of substantial doubt as to the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern for
at least one year from issuance of the consolidated financial statements. The Company’s ability to continue as a going concern is
dependent upon the management of its expenses and its ability to obtain necessary financing to meet its obligations and pay its liabilities
arising from normal business operations when they come due, and upon profitable operations.
The Company’s future capital requirements
will depend on many factors, including the Company’s timing and extent of its research, the acquisition of processing facilities
and the consummation of a business combination. In order to finance these opportunities and associated costs, it is possible that the
Company would need to raise additional financing if the proceeds received from the business combination and other equity financing are
insufficient to support its business needs. While there can be no assurances, the Company intends to raise such capital through additional
equity raises. If additional financing is required from outside sources, the Company may not be able to raise it on terms acceptable to
it or at all. If the Company is unable to raise additional capital on acceptable terms when needed, its product development business,
results of operations and financial condition would be materially and adversely affected.
As a result of the above, in connection with the Company’s assessment
of going concern considerations in accordance with Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Accounting Standards Update
(“ASU”) 2014-15, “Disclosures of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going Concern,”
management has determined that the Company’s liquidity condition raises substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue
as a going concern through twelve months from the date the audited consolidated financial statements were available to be issued.
The audited consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the recovery of the recorded assets or the classification
of the liabilities that might be necessary should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern.
Cash flows
The following table summarizes our cash flows from
operating, investing and financing activities for the following periods:
For the
Year Ended
December 31,
2025
For the
Period from
February 8,
2024
(inception)
to
December 31,
2024
Net cash used in operating activities
$ (8,612,478 )
$ (3,138,108 )
Net cash used in investing activities
$ (6,014,463 )
$ (26,473,350 )
Net cash provided by financing activities
$ 23,697,000
$ 32,226,168
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Net cash flows used in operating activities
For the year ended December 31, 2025 and for the
period from February 8, 2024 (inception) to December 31, 2024, net cash used in operating activities of $8,612,478 and $3,138,108,
respectively, was a result of expenditure for the day-to-day operations of the Company. Included within this net cash used in operating
activities for both periods are the non-cash expenses associated with recording derivative liabilities at fair value at issuance and re-measuring
these derivative liabilities to fair value at the reporting period end as well as the allowance for credit losses.
Net cash flows used in investing activities
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash used in investing activities
was $6,014,463 as a result of the Company’s issuance of note receivable and notes receivable, related party totaling $5,085,201,
and acquisition of notes receivable of $2,000, partially offset by collection on a note receivables of $200,000.
For the period from February 8, 2024 (inception)
to December 31, 2024, net cash used in investing activities was $26,473,350 as a result of the Company’s issuance of notes receivable
of $10,723,650, issuance of notes receivable, related party of $3,249,700, and issuance of convertible notes receivable of $12,500,000.
Net cash flows provided by financing activities
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash provided
by financing activities was $23,697,000 as a result of proceeds from issuance of convertible preferred units of $24,441,000 and proceeds
from notes payable, related party of $489,737, partially offset by payments for deferred transaction costs of $1,233,737.
For the period from February 8, 2024 (inception)
to December 31, 2024, net cash provided by financing activities was $32,226,168 as a result of proceeds from issuance of convertible preferred
units of $17,730,005, proceeds from the July Investment Agreement of $17,500,017, and proceeds from issuance of member units of $100,
partially offset by payments for deferred transaction costs of $3,003,954.
Off balance sheet arrangements
We did not have any off-balance sheet arrangements as of December 31,
2025.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Basis of Presentation: The
accompanying audited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting
principles (“GAAP”), for interim financial information and Article 8 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they
do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP. The accompanying audited consolidated financial statements
reflect all adjustments including normal recurring adjustments, which, in the opinion of the Company’s management, are necessary
to present fairly the financial position, results of operations, and cash flows for the periods presented in accordance with GAAP. References
to GAAP issued by the FASB in the accompanying notes to the audited consolidated financial statements are to the FASB Accounting Standards
Codification (“ASC”). The audited consolidated financial statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue
as a going concern. The accompanying audited consolidated financial statements are presented in US dollars and include the accounts of
the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments: The
Company’s financial instruments with a carrying value that approximates fair value consist of cash and cash equivalents, prepaid
and other current assets, notes receivable, convertible notes receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses because of the short-term
nature or expected settlement dates of these instruments. The Company’s financial instruments that are measured at fair value on
a recurring basis consist of money market funds, the July Investment Agreement Derivative, and the CPU Share Allocation Obligations.
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Convertible Notes
Receivable: Convertible notes receivable consists of convertible promissory notes that can convert into a privately held
company’s equity securities at the Company’s election and was accounted for as receivables in the scope of ASC 310,
“Receivables”, which was initially recorded at present value and subsequently re-measured at amortized cost. The notes did
not meet the definition of a debt security in the scope of ASC 320, “Investments — Debt Securities”
(“ASC 320”). Convertible notes receivable is reported net of allowances for credit losses on the accompanying consolidated
balance sheets.
Allowance for Credit
Losses: The Company recognizes an allowance for credit losses on notes receivable, convertible notes receivable and notes
receivable, related party (collectively, the “Outstanding Receivables”) in an amount equal to the estimated probable losses
net of recoveries. The Company currently monitors financial conditions of the companies from which it has Outstanding Receivables on
a continuing basis. After considering current economic conditions and financial stability of its Outstanding Receivables counterparties,
an allowance for credit losses is maintained in the consolidated balance sheets at a level which management believes is sufficient to
cover all probable future credit losses as of the balance sheet date based on specific reserves and an expectation of future economic
conditions that might impact collectability. The Company’s policy is to write off past-due accrued interest receivable by measuring
an allowance for credit losses for accrued interest receivable on Outstanding Receivables balance. Outstanding Receivable are carried
at amortized cost, net of allowances for credit losses. Amortized cost approximated book value as December 31, 2025 and December 31,
2024. After all reasonable attempts to collect a receivable have failed, the amount of the receivable is written off against the allowance.
Convertible Preferred Units: EM
Convertible Preferred Units consist of preferred units issued with either (i) an option to convert into New EM Common Stock
at the option of the holders or (ii) automatic conversion into New EM Common Stock ninety days after closing of the Business
Combination. The EM Convertible Preferred Units are accounted for as permanent equity in the scope of ASC 815, “Derivatives
and Hedging” (“ASC 815”) and recorded at fair value which is representative of the proceeds received.
Derivative Liabilities: Certain
agreements the Company entered into either require the Company to issue or provide the Company the option to issue a variable number of
shares of New EM Common Stock to certain investors and vendors. The Company applies ASC 480, “Distinguishing Liabilities and
Equity” (“ASC 480”), ASC 815, and ASC 718, “Compensation — Stock Compensation”
(“ASC 718”) in its evaluation of the terms of each agreement. Financial instruments that were identified in each agreement
and
●
meet the criteria to be accounted for as a liability in accordance
with ASC 480 were reported at fair value at issuance and re-measured to fair value each reporting period with changes in the estimated
fair value of the liability recognized as a non-cash gain or loss on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations;
●
do not meet the criteria to be accounted for as a liability in accordance
with ASC 480 and do not meet the criteria to be accounted for as equity in accordance with ASC 815 are accounted for as a liability
and were reported at fair value at issuance and re-measured to fair value each reporting period with changes in the estimated fair value
of the liability recognized as a non-cash gain or loss on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations;
● meet the criteria of a liability-classified share-based payment
transaction in accordance with ASC 718 were measured based on the fair value of the transaction on the date of grant and remeasured
to fair value each reporting period until settlement.
Agreements where multiple financial instruments
are identified that would individually warrant separate accounting as a derivative instrument are bundled together as a single, compound
embedded derivative that is bifurcated and accounted for separately from the host contract in accordance with ASC 815.
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Exhibit 99.10
KCM’S MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND
ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Unless the context otherwise requires, references
in this section to “we”, “us”, “our” and “the Company” refer to the business and operations
of KCM prior to the Business Combination. Unless otherwise indicated, all dollar amounts (“$”) are expressed in thousands.
The following discussion and analysis of our
financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes
and other information included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part. This discussion contains
forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking
statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to those differences include, but are not limited to, those identified below in this
section and those discussed in the sections titled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking
Statements” included elsewhere in the Form 8-K, as amended, of which this exhibit forms a part. Additionally, our historical results
are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future.
Overview
KCM, established in 2021, specializes in the manufacture
and sale of NdFeb powder for NdFeb permanent magnets. The Company is one of the companies operating NdFeb powder manufacture in South
Korea. The Company offers diverse type of NdFeb powder with different magnetic characteristics. The Company is headquartered in Gunsan,
South Korea and production takes place at headquarter.
KCM specializes in the production and supply of
NdFeB powder derived from rare earth elements. Neodymium is recognized as one of the ten strategic critical minerals designated by the
South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, playing a crucial role in advanced industries.
The Company utilizes rare earth NdPr Oxide as its
primary raw material and maintains an annual production capacity of approximately 192 tonnes. KCM’s products serve as essential
components in permanent magnets used in electric vehicles, wind turbines, and various household appliances. These products are supplied
to a diverse range of domestic and international manufacturers. Notably, the Company provides neodymium permanent magnet components to
customers which supplies to major automotive companies such as Hyundai and Kia for their electric vehicles, as well as to LG Electronics
and other global home appliance manufacturers.
By supplying materials based on neodymium, a critical
mineral, KCM plays a vital role in the global industrial ecosystem. The Company contributes significantly to the stable supply of this
strategically important resource, thereby supporting the sustainability and growth of various high-tech industries.
Segments
Although there are no sector managers who are held
accountable for operating and financial results or the product and service mix by sector, the Company offers multiple products, and the
Chief Executive Officer of the Company, who has been determined to be the CODM, manages the Company as a whole and makes decisions at
the top level.
Components of Results of Operations
Revenue
The Company manufactures Neodymium powder (“NdFeb
Powder”) for Neodymium magnets which are used in manufacturing of household appliances and cars. The Company’s main products
are NdFeb bonded powders with different types of magnetic characteristics. The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies performance
obligations under the terms of its contracts, and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that reflects
the consideration the Company expects to receive from its customers in exchange for those products.
Cost of sales
Costs of sales represent all direct and indirect
costs associated with the manufacture of our products. Cost of goods sold consists primarily of direct costs associated with inventory
and delivery of the Company’s goods, including freight costs. Cost of sales also includes inventory impairment, allocated personnel-related
expenses and allocated facilities and overhead costs.
Other operating income and expense
Other operating income primarily consists of government
grants and other operating expense primarily includes loss on disposal of assets.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses consist
of corporate service functions such as finance expense, legal, human resources and information technology, as well as rent, utilities,
depreciation, amortization and insurance costs.
Other non-operating income and expenses
Interest income
Interest income include realized gains from short-term
financial instruments and plan assets of the defined severance plan.
Interest expense
Interest expense consists of interest incurred on
debts, finance lease liabilities and defined severance benefit obligations.
Gain (loss) on foreign currency
It consists of gain (loss) on translation and transaction
of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies.
Gain (loss) on financial instruments
The Company adopted a fair value option to measure
the convertible debt and its changes in fair value is recognized as gain (loss) on financial instruments.
Results of Operations for the Year Ended December 31, 2025
and 2024 (in thousands, except as otherwise noted)
The following table provides our operating results
for the periods indicated and percentage of revenue for each line item.
Year Ended December 31,
2025
2024
Change
($ in thousands)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
Net revenues
1,300
100.0
116
100.0
1,184
1,020.7
Cost of Sales
(1,748 )
(134.5 )
(962 )
(829.2 )
(786 )
81.7
Other operating income and expenses, net
—
—
54
46.2
(54 )
(100.0 )
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(361 )
(27.7 )
(493 )
(425.4 )
132
(26.9 )
Operating loss
(809 )
(62.2 )
(1,285 )
(1,108.4 )
478
(37.1 )
Other non-operating income and losses, net
(430 )
(33.1 )
(243 )
(209.8 )
(187 )
76.8
Income taxes expenses
2
0.2
2
1.5
—
16.7
Net loss from operations
(1,241 )
(95.4 )
(1,530 )
(1,319.7 )
290
(19.0 )
2
Overall Operating result
The Company generated total revenues of $1,300 for the year ended December
31, 2025, reflecting an increase compared to the corresponding period in 2024. The Company incurred an operating loss of $809 for the
year ended December 31, 2025, primarily due to the nature of the Company’s current cost structure in manufacturing. The cost of
sales and selling, general, and administrative expenses largely consist of fixed-cost items such as labor-related expenses and depreciation.
Operating loss decreased by approximately 37.1% due to the resumption of operations during current period. While business performance
in 2024 and 2025 has been temporarily subdued, the Company expects a recovery in the near term.
Net revenues
Net revenues were
$1,300 for the year ended December 31, 2025, and $116 for the year ended December 31, 2024 (all are either merchandise &
others revenues). Due to increased demand for NdFeb Powder, sales for the year of 2025 rose by approximately $1,184 compared
to 2024.
Cost of sales
This was primarily due to an increase in product
sales for the year ended December 31, 2025. The product sale for the year ended December 31, 2025 is 46,000kg while there was
no sale for the year ended December 31, 2024. The cost of goods sold for the year ended December 31, 2024 increased primarily
due to higher product sales.
Other operating income and losses, net
Other operating income and losses, net, were nil for the year ended
December 31, 2025, as compared to $54 for the year ended December 31, 2024. The other operating income for the year ended December 31,
2024 consists of a gain from government grants, and a loss from the disposal of a vehicle. For the year ended December 31, 2025, no such
income and losses occurred.
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Selling, general and administrative (“SG&A”) expenses
were $361 for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $493 for the corresponding period in 2024, a decrease of $132 or 26.9%.
Company’s SG&A expenses mostly consist of fixed cost items such as labor costs, depreciation and taxes and due. The actual SG&A
expenses for the year ended December 31, 2025 decreased compared to the corresponding period in 2024, due to decrease in salary payments,
and also service fees to accounting firms for the preparation for the IPO were not yet incurred for the year ended December 31, 2025,
compared to the corresponding period in 2024, resulting in a slight decrease in SG&A expenses.
Interest expense
Interest expense was $134 for the year ended December 31, 2025, as
compared to $127 for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of $7, or 15%. The increase in interest expenses is attributable to
the rise in outstanding borrowings. During the year ended December 31, 2025, average borrowings increased by $29 compared to the year
ended December 31, 2024.
Loss on financial instruments
Loss on financial instruments was $179 for the year ended December
31, 2025. This occurred entirely due to changes in the fair value of the convertible debt.
Loss on financial derivatives
Loss on derivatives was $153 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
This occurred entirely due to the fair value measurement of the put option granted to dissenting shareholders in connection with the stock
purchase right.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources (in thousands, except as otherwise
noted)
Sources of Liquidity
In assessing liquidity, we monitor and analyze cash
on-hand and operating expenditure commitments. Our business is capital intensive and requires substantial expenditure for, among other
things, the purchase and maintenance of equipment used in our operations, and to remain in compliance with environmental laws. Our short-term
and long-term liquidity needs arise primarily from working capital requirements, capital expenditures, including expansion projects and
principal and interest payments related to our outstanding indebtedness. The Company plans to continue to fund its operations through
its existing cash and cash equivalents, as well as through future equity offerings, debt financing, other third-party funding, and operational
cash flow. Our liquidity as of December 31, 2025, and December 31, 2024, is as follows:
($ in thousands)
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Cash and cash equivalents
48
5
Working capital
(587 )
750
Our future liquidity requirements will depend on many factors, including
funding needed to support other business opportunities and expenditures, and funding for working capital and general corporate purposes.
We expect to satisfy our liquidity requirements through cash on hand, cash generated from the operations and additional financings. During
the year ended December 31, 2025, we raised approximately $272 in additional capital financing.
Cash Flows
Cash flows associated with operating, investing,
and financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, are summarized as follows:
Year Ended December 31,
Change
($ in thousands)
2025
2024
($)
(%)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
56
(735 )
791
(108 )
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities
(1 )
151
(152 )
(101 )
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
(12 )
483
(495 )
(102 )
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
43
(101 )
144
(143 )
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Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by operating activities were $56 for the year ended
December 31, 2025, as compared to ($735) for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of cash inflows amounting to $791.
The change is primarily related to an decrease
in net loss, which decreased from $1,530 in 2024 to $1,240 in 2025. In addition, changes in operating assets and liabilities increased
from $(410) in 2024 to $522 in 2025, further contributing to the increase in cash inflows. However, this was partially offset by a decrease
in non-cash adjustment, which declined from 1,206 in 2024 to 774 in 2025.
Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Investing Activities
Cash flows used in investing activities were $1 for the year ended
December 31, 2025, as compared to $151 cash inflows for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decreased inflows of $152.
In 2025, investing cash outflows were solely
attributable to $1 of acquisitions of property, plant and equipment. In
contrast, in 2024, investing cash flows reflected $169 of cash inflows from the disposal of short-term financial instruments, $59 of
cash inflows for the disposal of property, plant and equipment, $29 of cash outflows for the acquisition of short-term financial instruments,
and $47 of cash outflows for the acquisition of property, plant and equipment.
Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Financing Activities
Cash flows used in financing activities were $12 for the year ended
December 31, 2025, as compared to $483 cash inflows for the year ended December 31, 2024, an decrease of $495 cash inflows.
The change is primarily related to a decrease in proceeds from short-term
borrowings related party, which decreased from $540 in 2024 to $257 in 2025. In addition, change in repayment of long-term borrowings,
which increased from ($6) in 2024 to ($139) in 2025.
Cash flows associated with operating, investing,
and financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2024 and 2023, are summarized as follows:
Year Ended December 31,
Change
($ in thousands)
2024
2023
($)
(%)
Net cash (used in) operating activities
(735 )
(1,839 )
1,104
(60.0 )
Net cash provided by investing activities
151
855
(704 )
(82.3 )
Net cash provided by financing activities
483
680
(197 )
(29.0 )
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents
(101 )
(304 )
203
(66.8 )
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities
Cash flows used in operating activities were $735
for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $1,839 for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of outflows amounting
to $1,104. The change is primarily related to a decrease in net income of $1,095 and an increase in net cash inflow from changes in operating
assets of $918. That net cash inflow from changes is primarily related to an increase in inventory assets of $348 and a decrease in accounts
payable of $364.
Net Cash Provided by Investing Activities
Cash flows provided by investing activities were
$151 for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $855 for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decreased cash inflows
of $704. The decrease is primarily related to a decrease in cash inflows of $1,068 from property, plant and equipment disposal, an increase
in cash inflows of $169 from short-term financial instruments disposal and a decrease in cash outflows of $116 from acquisition of short-term
financial instruments and a decrease in cash outflows of $79 from acquisition of property, plant and equipment.
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities
Cash flows provided by financing activities were
$483 for the year ended December 31, 2024, as compared to $680 for the year ended December 31, 2023, a decrease of $197. The
decrease is primarily related to a decrease in cash inflows of $766 from convertible debt, a decrease in cash inflows of $536 from long-term
borrowings, an increase in cash inflows of $584 from short-term borrowings and a decrease in cash outflows of $377 from long-term borrowings.
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Debt
Redeemable Convertible Preferred Stock
On April 14, 2025, Convertible bonds were converted
into 1,666 shares of RCPS upon the exercise of conversion rights by the holder, Korea SMEs and Startups Agency. The redeemable convertible
preferred stock bears a fixed interest rate of 3% per annum, and matures in 2035. As part of the issuance terms, the conversion ratio
of the redeemable convertible preferred stock is subject to adjustment upon the occurrence of certain events by refixing at 70 percent
of the initial convertible price as a minimum level. Therefore, the Company classified the redeemable convertible preferred stock as a
liability together with separating the conversion option.
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the share exchange transactions
contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”), by and
among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who formally
dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were granted
statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders
may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice
identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”). Upon receipt of
valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided the Share Exchange
remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company), after which any
unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price for Appraisal Shares
is determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through the Agreements.
Management accounts for these appraisal rights
as a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the obligation becomes unconditional at
merger close. In connection with the transaction, the Company recognized a derivative liability of $151,661 and a corresponding loss on
derivative as of December 31, 2025.
In January 2026, the Company
completed a comprehensive share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary
of EMT Sub Co., Ltd. The payment amount was approximately $9.0 million as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues
to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
Contractual Obligations
The following table presents a summary of our contractual
obligations, including payments due by period, as of December 31, 2025:
($ in thousands)
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
Thereafter
Total
Finance lease(1)
29
25
16
8
3
—
81
Debt obligations(2)
1,245
525
411
392
320
210
3,103
Total
1,274
550
427
400
323
210
3,184
(1) Future lease payment obligations for operating and finance lease
liabilities.
(2) Short-term and long-term debt principal repayment obligations, $2,470
to the banks and $632 to the Company’s CEO and the others.
As of December 31, 2025, there have been no
material changes to our contractual obligations and commitments since December 31, 2024.
Going Concern
These financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with GAAP assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. The going concern assumption contemplates the realization
of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, there is substantial doubt about the Company’s
ability to continue as a going concern exists.
Primarily due to a decline in sales associated with the business, the
Company incurred losses of $1,241 and net cash inflows from operations of $56 for the year ended December 31, 2025. The Company incurred
losses of $1,531 and net cash outflows from operations of $735 for the year ended December 31, 2024. Absent any other action, the
Company will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months.
The Company is evaluating strategies to obtain the
required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing
debt or entering other financing arrangements, and the restructuring of operations to grow revenues and decrease expenses. However, upon
the economic environment and the Company’s current capability, the Company may be unable to access future equity or debt financing
when needed. As such, there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain additional liquidity when needed or under acceptable
terms, if at all.
The financial statements do not include any adjustments
to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable
to continue as a going concern.
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Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
We are exposed to market
risks in the ordinary course of our business. Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial position due to adverse
changes in financial market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primary the result of fluctuations in interest rates and foreign
currency exchange rates.
Interest Rate Risk
Our cash and cash equivalents primarily consist
of cash on hand and short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase
and are mainly comprised of bank deposits. Our investments are exposed to market risk due to fluctuations in interest rates, which may
affect our interest income and fair market value of our investments. However, due to the short-term nature of our investment portfolio,
we do not believe an immediate 10% increase or decrease in interest rates would have a material effect on the fair value of our portfolio.
We therefore do not expect our operating results or cash flows to be materially affected by a sudden change in market interest rates.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
During the period presented, the Company did not
have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as structured finance or special purpose entities,
which were established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates
The above discussion and analysis of our financial
condition and results of operations is based upon our financial statements. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with
GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses,
and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. Our significant accounting policies are described in Note 1. Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies of the accompanying financial statements of the Company included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of
which this exhibit forms a part. Critical accounting policies are those that we consider to be the most important in portraying our financial
condition and results of operations and also require the greatest amount of judgments by management. Judgments or uncertainties regarding
the application of these policies may result in materially different amounts being reported under different conditions or using different
assumptions. We consider the following policies to be the most critical in understanding the judgments that are involved in preparing
the financial statements.
Allowance for Credit Losses
The allowance is estimated over the contractual
term of the financial asset and adjusted for expected prepayments. The contractual term excludes any extensions, renewals, and modifications,
unless the borrower has a contractual option that provides it with the unilateral ability to extend the maturity date. The Company does
not have any off-balance-sheet credit exposures. Subsequent changes (favorable and unfavorable) in expected credit losses each period
is recognized immediately in net income as a credit loss expense or a reversal of credit loss expense.
Revenue Recognition
The Company only has revenue from customers. The
Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies performance obligations under the terms of its contracts, and the control of its products
is transferred to its customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive from its customers in exchange
for those products.
This process involves identifying the customer contract,
determining the performance obligations in the contract, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction price to the distinct
performance obligations in the contract, and recognizing revenue when the performance obligations have been satisfied. A performance obligation
is considered distinct from other obligations in a contract when it (a) provides a benefit to the customer either on its own or together
with other resources that are readily available to the customer, and (b) is separately identified in the contract. The Company considers
a performance obligation satisfied once it has transferred control of a good or product to a customer, meaning the customer has the ability
to direct the use and obtain the benefit of the product.
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The Company’s primary source of revenue is
product revenues of NdFeb powder for NdFeb magnets which are used in manufacturing of household appliances and cars. Contracts with customers
generally state the terms of the sale, including the quantity and price of each product purchased. Payment terms and conditions may vary
by contract. Such contracts do not include a significant financing component. In addition, contracts typically do not contain variable
consideration as the contracts include stated prices, as such, rebates or discounts are not provided. The Company provides an assurance
type warranty on all of its products, which are not separate performance obligations and are outside the scope of ASC 606. There
were no loss contingencies related to warranties recorded as of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024.
Foreign Currency
The functional currency of the Company is the Korean
Won. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the Company at the exchange rates at the dates
of the transactions. Transaction gains and losses are included in Gain/Loss on foreign currency in the statements of operations. Monetary
assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rate at the reporting
date, which are included in the Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents in the statements of cash flows.
Assets and liabilities of the Company are translated
into U.S. dollars, the reporting currency, at the exchange rate in effect at the end of each period. Revenue and expenses for the
Company are translated into U.S. dollars using average rates that approximate those in effect during the period. Currency translation
adjustments are included in Accumulated other comprehensive loss, a separate component of Stockholders’ deficit.
Recent Accounting Pronouncement
See Note 1.(22) to the audited annual
financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of
which this exhibit forms a part, for recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted as of the dates of the statement of financial
position included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
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EX-99.11 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF KMMI FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
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Exhibit 99.11
KMMI’S MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND
ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Unless the context otherwise requires, references
in this section to “we”, “us”, “our” and “the Company” refer to the business and operations
of KMMI prior to the Business Combination. Unless otherwise indicated, all dollar amounts (“$”) are expressed in thousands.
The following discussion and analysis of our
financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes
and other information included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part. This discussion contains
forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking
statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to those differences include, but are not limited to, those identified below in this
section and those discussed in the sections titled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking
Statements” included elsewhere in the Form 8-K, as amended, of which this exhibit forms a part. Additionally, our historical results
are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future.
Overview
KMMI was established in 2021 and specializes in
the manufacture and sales of NdPr block magnets and magnets for traction motors that are used in aerospace and defense, automotive, energy
plants and various other industries. The Company manufactures NdPr block magnets and magnets for traction motors that are used in aerospace
and defense, automobile, energy plant and other various industries.
The Company has been preparing its operation by
purchasing related equipment and machines since 2021, thus, revenue from contracts with the customers has not yet been occurred as of
the end of the reporting period. With the successful completion of prototype production during the first half of 2024, the Company has
been making efforts to secure end-users and prepare for the commencement of operations. The Company is currently targeting to initiate
commercial operations in the second half of 2026, subject to various factors, including customer qualification processes, operational
readiness, and market conditions.
KMMI is strategically positioned in the rare earth
magnet industry, with a focus on NdFeb magnets. Our manufacturing process encompasses state-of-the-art facilities for hydrogen decrepitation,
jet milling, pressing and shaping, and sintering and heat treating, enabling us to produce high-performance magnets with controlled orientation
and specific strength.
Looking ahead to 2026, the Company plans to expand
its capabilities to include NdFeB alloy production, further integrating our supply chain. Our products cater to diverse markets including
Aerospace and Defense, Automotive, Energy, Industrials, Consumer Appliances, and Healthcare Technology. This diversified market presence
positions the Company to capitalize on the growing demand for rare earth magnets across multiple industries.
Our strategic focus on these sectors, combined with
our technological expertise, ensures that we are well-positioned to meet the global demand for high-performance magnets in the years
to come.
Segments
Although there are no sector managers who are held
accountable for operating and financial results or the product and service mix by sector, the Company now plans to offer multiple products
and the Chief Executive Officer of the Company, who has been determined to be the CODM, manages the Company as a whole and makes decisions
at the top level.
Components of Results of Operations
Selling, general and administrative expenses
SG&A expenses primarily consist of employee-related
costs, depreciation on buildings and equipment, amortization of right-of-use assets, professional and service fees, lease and utilities
expenses.
Other operating income
Other income includes government grants.
Other non-operating income and expense
Other income includes miscellaneous income and other
expense primarily includes other costs consist of miscellaneous loss and amortization of accumulated actuarial loss and loss on disposal
of tangible assets and loss from shares repurchase liability.
Interest income
Interest income primarily includes realized gain on cash equivalent
and unrealized gain on short-term loan.
Interest expense
Interest expense primarily consists of interest incurred on
our finance leases and outstanding debts.
Gain (loss) on foreign currency
It consists of gain (loss) on translation and transaction
of monetary assets and liabilities in foreign currencies.
Results of Operations for the Years Ended December 31,
2025 and 2024 (in thousands, except as otherwise noted)
The following table provides our operating results
for the periods indicated and percentage of revenue for each line item.
Year Ended December 31,
2025
2024
Change
($ in thousands)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
Revenues
—
—
—
—
—
—
Cost of Sales
—
—
—
—
—
—
Other operating income
3
—
—
—
—
—
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(1,270 )
—
(869 )
—
(401 )
46.1
Operating loss
(1,267 )
—
(869 )
—
(398 )
45.8
Other non-operating income and losses, net
(470 )
—
16
—
(486 )
(3,037.5 )
Income taxes(benefit)*
—
—
—
—
—
—
Net loss from operations
(1,737 )
—
(853 )
—
(884 )
103.6
* not meaningful
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Selling, general and
administrative expenses were $1,270 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $869 thousand for the year
ended December 31, 2024, an increase of $401 thousand, or 46.1%. This was primarily due to the increased number of employees
and an increase in electricity expenses associated with factory operational preparation and an increase in depreciation expenses
with the acquisition of property, plant, and equipment.
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Other Income
Interest income consisting of other income was $20
thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, which was similar with $21 thousand for the years ended December 31, 2024.
The amount of change is not material and was primarily due to the impact of translation adjustments.
In addition, gain on foreign currency consisting
of other income was $7 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $61 thousand for the year ended December 31,
2024, a decrease of $54 thousand, or 88.6%. This was primarily due to decreased balance of monetary assets in foreign currencies and a
decrease in gain on foreign exchange transactions incurred by equipment purchases in foreign currencies.
Other expenses
Interest expense consisting of other expense was
$29,651 for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $30,490 for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $839,
or 2.8%. This was primarily due to a decrease in interest expense resulting from lease amortization.
Loss on foreign currency consisting of other expense
was not incurred for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $37,089 for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease
of $37,089, or 100%. This was primarily due to exchange rate increases on foreign currency monetary assets, resulting in translation gains
rather than losses.
Loss on share repurchase liabilities consisting
of other expense was $470,679 for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to no such loss incurred for the year ended December 31,
2024, representing an increase of $470,679. This was primarily due to valuation losses recognized on derivative instruments related to
the settlement obligation arising from appraisal rights by dissenting shareholders.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources (in thousands, except as otherwise
noted)
Sources of Liquidity
In assessing liquidity,
we monitor and analyze cash on-hand and operating expenditure commitments. Our business requires expenditures for, among other
things, maintenance of equipment used in our operations, and to remain in compliance with environmental laws. Our short-term and
long-term liquidity needs arise primarily from working capital requirements and principal and interest payments related to our
outstanding indebtedness. The Company plans to continue to fund its operations through its existing cash and cash equivalents,
operational cash flow and additional financing. Our liquidity as of December 31, 2025, is as follows (in thousands):
($ in thousands)
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Cash and cash equivalents
110
493
Restricted cash
36
34
Working capital (deficit), excluding cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash
(893 )
334
Accumulated deficit
(3,841 )
(2,105 )
Our future liquidity requirements will depend on
many factors, including funding needed to support other business opportunities and expenditures, and funding for working capital and general
corporate purposes. We expect to satisfy our liquidity requirements through cash on hand, cash generated from the operations and additional
financings.
Cash Flows (in thousands, except as otherwise noted)
Cash flows associated with operating, investing,
and financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2025, and 2024 are summarized as follows:
Twelve Months Ended
December 31,
Change
($ in thousands)
2025
2024
($)
(%)
Net cash used in operating activities
(999 )
(585 )
(414 )
70.8
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
355
(44 )
399
(906.8 )
Net cash provided by financing activities
246
95
151
158.9
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
(398 )
(534 )
136
(25.5 )
Net Cash Used in Operating Activities
Cash flows used in operating activities were $999
thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, primarily related to a net loss of $1,737 thousand, partially offset by $718 thousand
in adjustments reconciling net loss to net cash used in operating activities of continuing operations.
Cash flows used in operating activities were $585 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily related to a net loss of $853
thousand, partially offset by $267 thousand in adjustments reconciling net loss to net cash used in operating activities of continuing
operations.
Net Cash Provided by Investing
Activities
Cash flows provided by investing activities were $355
thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, primarily due to cash inflows for collection of loans.
Cash flows used in investing activities were $44 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, with cash outflows of acquisitions of
property, plant and equipment.
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities
Cash flows provided by financing activities were $246
thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, primarily due to proceeds from short-term debt of $302 thousand and
repayments of long-term debt of $39 thousand.
Cash flows provided by financing activities were $95 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily related to $110 thousand
in proceeds from short-term debts.
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the
share exchange transactions contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”),
by and among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who
formally dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were
granted statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
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Pursuant to the Agreements,
dissenting shareholders may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange
EGM, a written notice identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”).
Upon receipt of valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided
the Share Exchange remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company),
after which any unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price
for Appraisal Shares is determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through the Agreements.
Management accounts for these
appraisal rights as a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the obligation becomes
unconditional at merger close. In connection with the transaction, the Company recognized a share repurchase liability of $470,679 and
a corresponding loss on share repurchase liability valuation as of December 31, 2025.
In January 2026, the Company
completed a comprehensive share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary
of EMT Sub Co., Ltd. The payment amount was approximately $27.95 million as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues
to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
Contractual Obligations
The following table presents a summary of our contractual
obligations, including payments due by period, as of December 31, 2025:
($ in thousands)
2026
2027
2028
2029
Thereafter
Total
Operating lease(1)
15
—
—
—
—
15
Finance lease(1)
18
—
—
—
—
18
Debt obligations(2)
46
983
66
58
203
1,356
Total
79
983
66
58
203
1,389
(1) Future lease payment obligations for operating and finance lease
liabilities.
(2) Long-term debt principal repayment obligations for individual
cash loans, our bank loans, and loans provided by Korea Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Startups Agency and Industrial bank of
Korea.
As of December 31, 2025, there have been no
material changes to our contractual obligations and commitments since December 31, 2024.
Going Concern
These financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with GAAP assuming the Company will continue as a going concern. The going concern assumption contemplates the realization
of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, there is substantial doubt about the Company’s
ability to continue as a going concern exists.
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Primarily due to the absence of revenue sources
and a focus on fixed asset investments as a newly established entity, the Company incurred losses of $1,737,251and $852,520 for the years
ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively, and net cash outflows from operating activities of $999,047 and $585,205 for the years
2025 and 2024, respectively. As of December 31, 2025, the Company reported no revenues and had negative working capital of $893,107, which
excludes cash and cash equivalents of $109,646 and restricted cash of $35,802. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had positive working
capital of $333,730, which excludes cash and cash equivalents of $492,984 and restricted cash of $34,014. Absent any other action, the
Company will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months and to support its business development objectives,
the attainment of which is not assured.
The Company is evaluating
strategies to obtain the required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are not limited to, obtaining
equity financing, issuing debt or entering into other financing arrangements, and restructuring of operations to grow revenues and decrease
expenses. In addition, subsequent to the reporting period, the Company completed a share exchange transaction and became a wholly owned
subsidiary of EMT Sub Co., Ltd. As a result, the Company expects to have access to financial and operational support from its parent company.
However, the Company’s ability to obtain sufficient funding remains dependent on various factors, including the overall economic
environment and the Company’s operating performance. While management expects that the Company will be able to meet its obligations
through a combination of external financing and support from its parent company, there can be no assurance that such funding will be available
on acceptable terms, or at all. The financial statements do not include any adjustments to the carrying amounts and classification of
assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable to continue as a going concern.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
We are exposed to market risks in the ordinary course
of our business. Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact on our financial position due to adverse changes in financial
market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primarily the result of fluctuations in interest rates and foreign currency exchange
rates.
Interest Rate Risk
The Company’s cash and cash equivalents primarily
consist of cash on hand and short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less from the date
of purchase and are mainly comprised of bank deposits. As of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, the Company had $145 thousand
and $527 thousand of cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, respectively. The Company’s investments are exposed to
market risk due to fluctuations in interest rates, which may affect its interest income and fair market value of its investments. However,
due to the short-term nature of the Company’s investment portfolio, the Company does not believe an immediate 10% increase or decrease
in interest rates would have a material effect on the fair value of its portfolio. The Company therefore does not expect its operating
results or cash flows to be materially affected by a sudden change in market interest rates.
Foreign Currency Exchange Risk
The Company expects that its future revenue will
be generated globally in multiple currencies, primarily the Korean won and U.S. dollar. Accordingly, the results of future operations
and cash flows may be subject to fluctuations due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates. As the Company has not generated revenue
to date and the impact of foreign currency exchange rates has not been material to its historical financial position, the Company has
not entered into derivative or hedging transactions. The Company may consider such transactions in the future if its exposure to foreign
currency becomes more significant.
Tariff and Trade Policy Risk
Recent and potential future changes to U.S. trade
policy, including the implementation and potentially further expansion of tariffs under the Trump administration, may materially impact
global supply chains and trade dynamics that are relevant to the Company’s operations. In particular, the imposition of new or increased
tariffs on imports from manufacturing economies — including the Republic of Korea, where the Company’s operations
are currently based — could have a direct impact on the Company’s financial condition and results of operations.
Such tariffs may result in either favorable or adverse
effects. For example, tariffs imposed on Chinese-manufactured magnets could enhance the competitiveness of the Company’s products
in the U.S. market by positioning the Company as a non-China supplier. Conversely, tariffs on raw materials or intermediate goods sourced
from impacted regions could increase the Company’s input costs or limit access to critical materials necessary for production.
In response to the imposition of tariffs by the
United States, China has enacted export controls on rare earth elements — materials that are essential to the Company’s
sintered magnet production and are currently dominated by Chinese supply. If tariff conflicts between the United States and China
were to escalate further, such export controls may become even more restrictive, not only with respect to direct U.S. buyers, but
also potentially to companies with affiliations or commercial ties to the United States. As a result, the Company may experience
increasing difficulty in procuring rare earth materials at competitive prices or in adequate volumes.
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While the Company may seek to secure alternative
sources of rare earth materials from suppliers outside of China, such alternative suppliers may also raise their prices due to tightening
global supply and increased demand. These developments could adversely affect the Company’s cost structure and financial performance.
However, given that rare earth elements are widely recognized as strategic and critical materials for the U.S. defense industry and
European economies, the Company expects that any increase in raw material procurement costs would likely be reflected in selling prices
to customers over time, thereby partially offsetting the financial impact.
Due to the uncertainty surrounding the scope, timing,
and implementation of any such trade measures — as well as the complexity of global supply chain responses — the
Company is currently unable to reasonably quantify the potential impact of these developments on its prospective financial statements
included herein. The Company will continue to monitor developments in international trade policy and evaluate appropriate risk mitigation
strategies as circumstances evolve.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
During the period presented, the Company did not
have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as structured finance or special purpose entities,
which were established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in conformity
with GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, and expenses,
as well as disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. Significant estimates include, among others, the useful lives of property,
plant and equipment, allowance for credit losses, valuation of deferred tax assets, lease liabilities and right-of-use assets, defined
severance benefits, income tax uncertainties, and other contingencies. Certain of these estimates require significant judgment and are considered
critical to understanding the Company’s financial condition and results of operations. The Company has identified the following
areas as involving critical accounting estimates, which are discussed below.
Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost.
Property, plant and equipment under finance leases are stated at the present value of the lease payments.
Depreciation is
calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The Company evaluates long-lived assets,
including property, plant and equipment, for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying
amount of an asset may not be recoverable. In performing this assessment, management considers factors such as the Company’s
current operating status, future production plans, and expected cash flows. As of December 31, 2025, management performed an
impairment assessment and concluded that no impairment charge was necessary.
Defined Severance Benefits
The Company
maintains a defined benefit pension plan covering substantially all employees in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations in
Korea. The related obligations are measured based on actuarial valuations using various assumptions, including discount rates, salary
growth rates, and employee turnover.
These assumptions
require management’s judgment and may have a significant impact on the measurement of the defined benefit obligation. As of December
31, 2025, management evaluated the key assumptions and concluded that the recorded obligation appropriately reflects the Company’s
expected future payments.
Share Repurchase Liabilities
The Company
accounts for dissenting shareholder appraisal rights as a liability measured at fair value. The measurement of this liability requires
significant judgment, including the estimation of expected settlement amounts and the assessment of relevant contractual terms and conditions.
Changes in
key assumptions, including expected settlement timing and statutory interest, may have a material impact on the valuation of the liability.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1.(20) to
audited annual financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 included as an exhibit to Amendment No.
2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part, for recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted as of the dates of the
statement of financial position included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
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EX-99.12 — MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS OF NS WORLD FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 AND 2024
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Exhibit 99.12
NS WORLD’S MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION
AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Unless the context otherwise requires, references
in this section to “we”, “us”, “our” and “the Company” refer to the business and operations
of NS World prior to the Business Combination. Unless otherwise indicated, all dollar amounts (“$”) are expressed in thousands.
The following discussion and analysis of our
financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes
and other information included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part. This discussion contains
forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ materially from such forward-looking
statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to those differences include, but are not limited to, those identified below in this
section and those discussed in the sections titled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking
Statements” included elsewhere in the Form 8-K, as amended, of which this exhibit forms a part. Additionally, our historical results
are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future.
Overview
NS World was incorporated in 2013 and the Company’s
registered office is located at 99, Naechuoksu-gil, Bugi-myeon, Cheongwon-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do, Republic of Korea. The Company
specializes in the manufacturing and sale of magnetic components for automobiles and electronic appliances. The Company has operations
located throughout Korea. The Company owns one building and one plot of land, both of which are pledged as collateral with the Industrial
Bank of Korea.
The Company specializes in manufacturing magnetic
components required across rapidly evolving automotive and home appliance industries, which can be divided into three key sectors: automotive,
home appliances, and other industries.
In the automotive sector, the Company provides magnetic
components designed to meet the performance demands of magnets required in extreme operating conditions for automotive parts. The Company
offers a wide range of magnet products, from motor drive magnets to advanced magnets for various magnetic sensors, ensuring seamless integration
with surrounding components through material diversification and insert molding.
In the home appliances sector, the Company supplies
a variety of magnets used in low-noise, high-efficiency BLDC motors. These magnets are combined with mold design technology to achieve
maximum efficiency from complex shapes using the same raw materials. The product range includes ferrite magnets and magnets made from
NdFeB materials, designed to meet diverse customer specifications.
In other industries, the Company produces ferrite
sintered magnets for large-capacity AC motors, meeting a wide range of customer requirements. Additionally, the Company manufactures ferrite
magnet resins by compounding anisotropic or isotropic ferrite powder with binders, enabling injection molding for various applications.
The Company has made significant advancements since
2013, starting with the patent acquisition for a resin composition and manufacturing method for bonded magnets. In 2014, it obtained the
IATF 16949 certification, and in 2015, successfully localized permanent magnet materials through a three-year, 2.4 billion KRW project.
Since 2015, the Company has actively participated in government-led technology innovation and development projects under the Ministry
of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Ministry of SMEs and Startups. In 2020, it was designated as a specialized company for materials,
parts, and equipment, and in 2023, it received the Root Enterprise Certification from the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology.
Segments
Although there are no sector managers who are held
accountable for operating and financial results or the product and service mix by sector, the Company offers multiple products and the
Chief Executive Officer of the Company, who has been determined to be the CODM, manages the Company as a whole and makes decisions at
the top level.
Components of Results of Operations
Revenue
The Company derives revenue from the sale of products,
which are components for automotive and home appliance magnets. The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies performance obligations
under the terms of its contracts, and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that reflects the consideration
the Company expects to receive from its customers in exchange for those products.
Cost of sales
Cost of sales represents all direct and indirect
costs associated with the manufacture of our products. Cost of goods sold primarily consists of direct costs associated with inventory
and delivery of the Company’s goods, including freight costs. Cost of sales also includes inventory impairment, allocated personnel-related
expenses and allocated facilities and overhead costs.
Other operating income
Other operating income consists of government grant
income, rental income, income from the provision of technical services, gain on the disposal of tangible assets, and brokerage income.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
SG&A expenses consist of corporate service functions
such as finance, legal, human resources and information technology expenses, as well as rent, utilities, depreciation, amortization and
insurance costs.
Other non-operating income
Other non-operating income includes interest income,
gain on foreign currency and other income.
Gain on foreign currency includes gain on translation
and transaction of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies.
Interest income primarily includes realized gains
from bank deposits and investments with financial instruments.
Other non-operating expenses
Other non-operating expenses include interest expense,
loss on foreign currency and other expenses.
Interest expense primarily consists of interest
incurred on our finance leases, financing obligations and outstanding loans.
Loss on foreign currency includes loss on translation
and transaction of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies.
Other expenses, other than interest expense and
loss on foreign currency, primarily include amortization of accumulated actuarial loss.
Gain (loss) on financial instruments
The Company measures a fair value of redeemable
convertible preferred stock and its changes in fair value is recognized as gain (loss) on financial instruments.
The Company measures the fair value of share repurchase liabilities, and any changes in its fair value are reorganized as gain (loss)
on share repurchase liabilities
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Results of Operations for the year ended December 31, 2025
and 2024 (in thousands, except as otherwise noted)
The following table provides our operating results
for the periods indicated and percentage of revenue for each line item.
Year Ended December 31,
2025
2024
Change
($ in thousands)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
Revenues
6,374
100.0
6,051
100.0
323
5.3
Cost of Sales
(5,144 )
(80.7 )
(5,218 )
(86.2 )
74
(1.4 )
Other operating income
61
1.0
147
2.4
(86 )
(58.5 )
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(1,621 )
(25.4 )
(1,224 )
(20.2 )
(397 )
32.4
Operating income (loss)
(330 )
(5.2 )
(244 )
(4.1 )
(86 )
35.2
Other non-operating income and losses, net
(215 )
(3.4 )
(128 )
(2.1 )
(87 )
68.0
Income taxes (benefit)*
—
—
—
—
—
—
Net loss from operations
(545 )
(8.6 )
(372 )
(6.1 )
(173 )
46.5
* not meaningful
Overall operating results
The Company generated total revenues of $6.4 million,
reflecting a slight increase compared to the corresponding period in 2024. The Company continued to incur an operating loss of $330 thousand
for the year ended December 31, 2025. Additionally, the operating margin declined from (-) 4.1% in 2024 to (-) 5.2% in 2025,
primarily due to the increase in selling, general and administrative expenses.
Revenues
Revenues were $6.4
million for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $6.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase
of $323 thousand, or 5.3%. This was primarily due to the increase in domestic sales.
Cost of sales
Cost of sales were $5.1 million for the year ended December 31, 2025
as compared to $5.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $74 thousand, or 1.4%. The Company’s cost of sales
for the year ended December 31, 2025 decreased compared to the year ended December 31, 2024, mainly as a result of improved margin rates
in merchandise sales.
Other operating income
Other operating income was $61 thousand for the year
ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $147 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $86 thousand, or 58.5%.
This was primarily due to the decrease in income from the government grant income.
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses were
$1.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $1.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase
of $0.4 million, or 32.4%. This was primarily due to the increase in salaries, retirement benefits expense, and commission fees.
Other non-operating income
Gains on foreign currency mainly consisting of non-operating
income was $159 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $258 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024,
a decrease of $99 thousand, or 38.1%. This was primarily due to the weakened KRW/USD exchange rate.
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Gain on valuation of
redeemable convertible preferred stock was $115 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to a gain of $75
thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase in gain of $40 thousand, or 53.1%. This was primarily
due to a decrease in the fair value of the liability because the value of the conversion rights declined.
Other non-operating losses
Interest expense was $179 for the year ended December 31,
2025, compared to $144 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, a increase of $35 thousand, or 24.3%. This increase was primarily
due to an increase in the installment amount for long-term debt repayment.
Loss on foreign currency was $178 thousand for the
year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $229 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $51 thousand,
or 22.2%. This was primarily due to decrease in monetary instrument and the weakened KRW/USD exchange rate.
Loss on share repurchase liability consisting of
other non-operating expense was $111 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to no such loss incurred for the year
ended December 31, 2024, representing an increase of $111 thousand. This was due to valuation losses recognized on the share repurchase
liabilities for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Liquidity and Capital Resources (in thousands, except as otherwise
noted)
Sources of Liquidity
In assessing liquidity, we monitor and analyze cash
on-hand and operating expenditure commitments. Our business is capital intensive and requires substantial expenditures for, among other
things, the purchase and maintenance of equipment used in our operations, and to remain in compliance with environmental laws. Our short-term
and long-term liquidity needs arise primarily from working capital requirements and capital expenditures, including expansion projects
and principal and interest payments related to our outstanding indebtedness. The Company plans to continue to fund its operations through
its existing cash and cash equivalents, as well as through future equity offerings, debt financing, other third-party funding, and operational
cash flow. Our liquidity as of December 31, 2025 is as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Cash and cash equivalents
794
359
Working capital deficit excluding cash and cash equivalents
(3,185 )
(3,132 )
Accumulated deficit
(3,241 )
(2,695 )
Our future liquidity requirements will depend on
many factors, including funding needed to support other business opportunities and expenditures, and funding for working capital and general
corporate purposes. We expect to satisfy our liquidity requirements through cash on hand, cash generated from operations and additional
financings.
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Cash Flows
Cash flows associated with operating, investing,
and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024 are summarized as follows:
Year Ended December 31,
Change
($ in thousands)
2025
2024
($)
(%)
Net cash provided by operating activities
580
401
181
45.1
Net cash used in investing activities
(40 )
(138 )
100
(72.5 )
Net cash used in financing activities
(111 )
(252 )
141
(56.0 )
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents
429
11
422
3,836.4
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
Cash flows provided by operating activities were
$580,081 for the year ended December 31, 2025, as compared to $400,682 for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of
$179,399, or 44.8%. The increase is primarily related to decrease in non-trade accounts receivable (net of allowance) and increase in
trade accounts payable.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash
provided by operating activities was $580,081, which primarily consisted of net loss of $545,212, adjusted for certain non-cash items
of $655,545 and net cash inflow from changes in operating assets and liabilities of $737,643. The non-cash items primarily consisted of
depreciation and amortization expense of $178,793, interest expenses of $178,666, pension benefits provision of $180,316 and loss on valuation
of share repurchase liabilities of $110,543. The net cash inflow from changes in our operating assets and liabilities were primarily due to
a $2,277,412 increase in non-trade accounts payable, a $192,384 increase in trade accounts receivable (net of allowance),
partially offset by a $1,174,631 increase in trade accounts payable, and a $107,846 decrease in inventories, and a $1,818,971 decrease
in non-trade accounts receivable (net of allowance).
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash
provided by operating activities was $400,682, which primarily consisted of net loss of $372,026, adjusted for certain non-cash items
of $247,740, and net cash inflow from changes in operating assets and liabilities of $524,968. The non-cash items primarily consisted
of depreciation and amortization expense of $183,557, interest expenses of $144,300 and pension benefits provision of $157,547. The net
cash inflow from changes in operating assets and liabilities were primarily due to a $1,200,482 increase in non-trade accounts payable,
a $503,346 decrease in inventories, $376,352 decrease in trade accounts receivable (net of allowance), partially offset by a $1,149,252
increase in non-trade accounts receivable (net of allowance).
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities
Cash flows used in investing activities were $39,526
for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $137,956 for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $98,430, or
71.4%. The decrease is primarily related to a $129,284 decrease in acquisitions of property, plant and equipment, partially offset by
a $30,854 decrease in other investing activities.
For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash
used in investing activities was $39,526, consisting primarily of acquisitions of property, plant and equipment of $89,746 and increase
in loans of $74,531, partially offset by decrease in loans of $43,584 and proceeds from sale of short-term financial instruments of $29,531.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash
used in investing activities was $137,956, primarily consisting of acquisitions of property, plant and equipment of $219,030, partially
offset by receipt of government grants of $60,999 and proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment of $38,181.
Net Cash Used in Financing Activities
Cash flows used in financing activities were $111,102
for the year ended December 31, 2025 as compared to $251,935 for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $140,833, or
55.9%. The decrease is primarily related to a $1,219,333 increase in proceeds from short-term debt, partially offset by a $1,086,857 increase
in repayments of short-term debt.
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For the year ended December 31, 2025, net cash used in financing activities
was $111,102, comprised primarily of repayments of short-term debt of $1,306,710, repayments of current portion of long-term debt of $214,798
and repayments of lease liabilities of $40,172, partially offset by $1,450,578 proceeds from short-term debt.
For the year ended December 31, 2024, net cash
used in financing activities was $251,935, comprised primarily of repayments of short-term debt of $219,853, repayments of current portion
of long-term debt of $222,423 and repayments of lease liabilities of $40,904, partially offset by $231,245 proceeds from short-term debt.
Debt
Redeemable convertible preferred stock
In May 2015, the Company issued 37,500 shares
of redeemable convertible preferred stock with a principal amount of KRW 750 million. The redeemable convertible preferred stock
bears a fixed interest rate of 5.8% per annum, and matures in 2025. In May 2025, 37,500 shares of redeemable convertible preferred stock
were automatically converted into common stock upon maturity.
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the share exchange transactions
contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”), by and
among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who formally
dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were granted
statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders
may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice
identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”). Upon receipt of
valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided the Share Exchange
remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company), after which any
unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price for Appraisal Shares
is determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through the Agreements.
Management
accounts for these appraisal rights as a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the
obligation becomes unconditional at merger close. In connection with the transaction, the Company recognized a share repurchase liability
of $109,566 and a corresponding loss on share repurchase liability valuation as of December 31, 2025.
In January 2026, the Company completed
a comprehensive share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary of
EMT Sub Co., Ltd. The payment amount was approximately $6.50 million as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues
to accrue statutory interest until the actual payment date.
Contractual Obligations
The following table presents a summary of our contractual
obligations, including payments due by period, as of December 31, 2025:
($ in thousands)
2026
2027
2028
2029
2030
Thereafter
Total
Finance lease(1)
34
25
6
6
3
—
74
Debt obligations(2)
2,636
178
23
18
18
9
2,882
Total
2,670
203
29
24
21
9
2,956
(1) Future lease payment obligations for finance
lease liabilities.
(2) Short-term and long-term debt principal repayment obligations
for loans provided by Industrial Bank of Korea, Korea Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Startups Agency, and EMT Asia Co., Ltd.
As of December 31, 2025, there have been no
material changes to our contractual obligations and commitments since December 31, 2024.
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Going Concern
The going concern assumption contemplates the realization
of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business. However, substantial doubt about the Company’s ability
to continue as a going concern exists.
Primarily due to a recent operating loss associated
with the business, the Company incurred losses of $545,212 and $372,026 for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively.
The Company had negative working capital of $3,185,094 and $3,131,924 which excludes the cash and cash equivalents of $793,843 and $359,394,
and accumulated deficits of $3,240,547 and $2,695,335 as of December 31, 2025 and 2024, respectively. Absent any other action, the Company
will require additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months.
The Company is evaluating strategies to obtain the
required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing
debt or entering other financing arrangements, and restructuring of operations to grow revenues and decrease expenses. However, upon the
economic environment and the Company’s current capability, the Company may be unable to access future equity or debt financing when
needed. As such, there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain additional liquidity when needed or under acceptable
terms, if at all.
The financial statements do not include any adjustments
to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable
to continue as a going concern.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
We are exposed to market risks in the ordinary course
of our business. Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial position due to adverse changes in financial market
prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primary the result of fluctuations in interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk
Our cash and cash equivalents primarily consist
of cash on hand and short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less from the date of purchase
and are mainly comprised of bank deposits. As of December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024, we had $793,843 and $359,394 of cash
and cash equivalents, respectively. Our investments are exposed to market risk due to fluctuations in interest rates, which may affect
our interest income and fair market value of our investments. However, due to the short-term nature of our investment portfolio, we do
not believe an immediate 10% increase or decrease in interest rates would have a material effect on the fair value of our portfolio. We
therefore do not expect our operating results or cash flows to be materially affected by a sudden change in market interest rates.
Foreign Currency Risk
We maintain our ledgers in our functional local
currency and translate them into USD for financial reporting purposes. As a result, we are exposed to fluctuations in the exchange rates
of various currencies against the USD and other currencies, predominantly the KRW.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
During the period presented, the Company did not
have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as structured finance or special purpose entities,
which were established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates
The above discussion and analysis of our financial
condition and results of operations is based upon our financial statements. The preparation of financial statements in conformity with
GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses,
and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. Our significant accounting policies are described in Note 1. Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies of the accompanying financial statements of the Company included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of
which this exhibit forms a part. Critical accounting policies are those that we consider to be the most important in portraying our financial
condition and results of operations and also require the greatest amount of judgments by management. Judgments or uncertainties regarding
the application of these policies may result in materially different amounts being reported under different conditions or using different
assumptions. We consider the following policies to be the most critical in understanding the judgments that are involved in preparing
the financial statements.
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Revenue Recognition
The Company recognizes revenue when it satisfies
performance obligations under the terms of its contracts, and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that
reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive from its customers in exchange for those products. This process involves identifying
the customer contract, determining the performance obligations in the contract, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction
price to the distinct performance obligations in the contract, and recognizing revenue when the performance obligations have been satisfied.
A performance obligation is considered distinct from other obligations in a contract when it (a) provides a benefit to the customer either
on its own or together with other resources that are readily available to the customer and (b) is separately identified in the contract.
The Company considers a performance obligation satisfied once it has transferred control of a good or product to a customer, meaning the
customer has the ability to direct the use and obtain the benefit of the product.
If the Company is principal in the revenue transactions, the Company
recognizes revenue as gross, otherwise the Company recognizes on a net basis.
The Company engages in resale transactions where
it purchases raw materials from specific parties, processes them, and resells them to the same counterparties. The Company provides a
tolling manufacturing service for the counterparties in these arrangements, in which the counterparty retains control of the inventory
throughout the process. The Company’s performance obligation under these arrangements is the delivery of tolling services. Accordingly,
the net transaction amount is recognized as revenue upon completion of these services. The toll process revenue recognized for the year
ended December 31, 2025 was $7,985. The Company also engages in repurchase transactions where it sells raw materials to specific parties
and repurchases them after they have been processed. The Company has an obligation to repurchase the inventory in these transactions.
The Company maintains control of the inventory throughout the process as the Company retains legal title to the inventory and bears inventory
risk throughout the process. The processing period is typically 15 to 60 days, and the pricing is determined based on the counterparties’
processing costs. The Company accounts for these transactions as receiving toll manufacturing services rather than as distinct sales/purchases
or product financing. As a result, the net transaction amount is recognized as processing fees (cost of goods manufactured). As of December
31, 2025, and 2024, the Company recognized non-trade accounts receivables of $802,237 and $2,555,265, respectively, and non-trade accounts
payables of $914,930 and $3,114,212, respectively, related to repurchase transactions.
The Company's primary source of revenue is product
and merchandise sales of components for automotive and home appliance magnets. Revenue from product and merchandise sales is recognized
when control of the goods is transferred to the customer, which is typically at the point of delivery, at which time the significant risks
and rewards of ownership also pass to the customer. Contracts with customers generally state the terms of the sale, including the quantity
and price of each product purchased. Payment terms and conditions may vary by contract. Such contracts do not include a significant financing
component. In addition, contracts typically do not contain variable consideration as the contracts include stated prices, as such, no
such provision – e.g. rebates or discounts - is provided.
Property, Plant, and Equipment
Property, plant
and equipment are stated at cost. Property, plant and equipment under finance leases are stated at the present value of the lease payments.
Depreciation is calculated
using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. The Company evaluates long-lived assets, including property,
plant and equipment, for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not
be recoverable. In performing this assessment, management considers factors such as the Company’s current operating status, future
production plans, and expected cash flows. As of December 31, 2025, management performed an impairment assessment and concluded that no
impairment charge was necessary.
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Defined Severance Benefits
The Company has a defined benefit pension plan covers
substantially all employees in accordance with the Retirement Benefit Security Act of Korea. Eligible employees with one or
more years of service are entitled to severance payments upon the termination of their employment based on their length of service
and pay rate.
The Company recognizes the
net funded status of its pension plans in the balance sheets, measured as the difference between the projected benefit obligation and
the fair value of plan assets, with corresponding changes recognized in earning or other comprehensive income. Under ASC 715, service
cost, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, and the amortization of actuarial gains or losses and prior service cost are recognized
in Net Income. Actuarial gains and losses and prior service cost arising from plan amendments are initially recorded in Other Comprehensive
Income and subsequently amortized into Net Income in accordance with ASC 715.
The obligations are measured
annually, or more frequently if there is a remeasurement event, based on our measurement date utilizing various actuarial assumptions
and methodologies. The Company uses certain assumptions including, but not limited to, the discount rates, salary growth rates, and certain
employee-related factors, such as turnover, retirement age and mortality. The Company uses the discount rate based on observations of
relevant corporate bonds in the market.
Fair Value Measurements
The Company measures the redeemable convertible preferred stock and
dissenting shareholder appraisal rights at fair value. The Company uses valuation approaches that maximize the use of observable inputs
and minimize the use of unobservable inputs to the extent possible. The Company determines fair value based on assumptions that market
participants would use in pricing an asset or liability in the principal or most advantageous market.
The Company estimated the fair value of redeemable
convertible preferred stock using the Tsiveriotis-Fernandes model with strip and bootstrapping method. The fair value is estimated using
unobservable inputs based on stock price volatility of similar listed companies. The Company measured fair value of the redeemable convertible
preferred shares upon conversion in May 2025, resulting in a reclassification from liabilities to equity of $950,189. The fair value gain
recognized during the year ended 2025 was $114,768.
The share repurchase liability represents a freestanding
financial instrument that provides dissenting shareholders with the right to require the Company to repurchase their shares at a predetermined
price, contingent on closing of the Share Exchange Agreement. The Company accounts for this instrument at fair value, with changes in
fair value recognized in earnings. The fair value of the share repurchase liability is determined using a valuation model based on the
difference between:
1) the present value of the expected cash settlement amount
(including statutory interest), and
2) the present value of the underlying share value to be received
in a share exchange transaction
Due to the use of significant unobservable inputs, the share repurchase
liabilities are classified as a Level 3 fair value measurement.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1.(24) to the audited annual
financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of
which this exhibit forms a part, for recently issued accounting pronouncements not yet adopted as of the dates of the statement of financial
position included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part.
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Exhibit
99.13
HANDA
LAB’S MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Unless
the context otherwise requires, references in this section to “we”, “us”, “our” and “the Company”
refer to the business and operations of Handa Lab Co., Ltd. and its consolidated subsidiaries prior to the Business Combination. Unless
otherwise indicated, all dollar amounts (“$”) are expressed in thousands.
The
following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated
financial statements and related notes and other information included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit
forms a part. This discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Our actual results could differ
materially from such forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to those differences include, but are not limited
to, those identified below in this section and those discussed in the sections titled “Risk Factors” and “Cautionary
Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” included elsewhere in the Form 8-K, as amended, of which this exhibit forms a part.
Additionally, our historical results are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for any period in the future.
Overview
Handa
Lab was established in 2021 and specializes in the manufacture and sale of intelligent monitoring systems, machine vision and laser testing
systems, and data gathering systems. The Company offers a diverse range of equipment and software, tailored to meet specific customer
requirements in terms of specifications, functions, standards, and delivery timelines. Handa Corporation Co., Ltd., in which the Company
holds a 60% stake, was established in 2023 and specializes in the manufacture and sale of intelligent robotic systems.
The
Company specializes in providing customized solutions across various industries, leveraging AI and vision technologies. The Company offers
intelligent monitoring systems, machine vision systems, autonomous driving systems, and collaborative robot systems, all tailored to
meet specific industry needs, showcasing the Company’s versatility and technological expertise. The primary focus is on two types
of products and two research and development projects: the Intelligent Monitoring System, Machine Vision and Laser Inspection Systems,
Collaborative Robot Control System, and Electric Vehicle Autonomous Charging Robot System.
The
Intelligent Monitoring System utilizes IP and CCTV cameras for real-time monitoring of factories, offices, and farms. By integrating
deep learning-based intelligent solutions, it helps prevent product defects, accidents, and theft while providing comprehensive video
data. Key features include real-time monitoring of production and assembly lines, rapid and accurate inspections using proprietary deep
learning models, quantitative recording of inspection results, and the ability to mark and review specific events in recorded footage.
The
Machine Vision and Laser Inspection Systems employ industrial cameras and laser displacement sensors to enhance product quality inspections
and alignment processes. The Company offers machine vision solutions compatible with Cognex and Keyence systems, laser-based inspection
solutions using Keyence and Gocator sensors, as well as data collection and analysis solutions. These systems improve efficiency through
optimized optical design and can be integrated with various software platforms, including Python, C#, LabVIEW, and VB.NET.
The
Collaborative Robot Control System provides control systems for industrial and collaborative robots, focusing on automated piece picking,
palletization, and autonomous mobile robots for logistics. The Company is also developing robotic vision and intelligence solutions using
platforms such as Ubuntu, ROS, Python, and C/C++, reflecting the Company’s commitment to advancing automation technologies in industrial
applications.
The
Electric Vehicle Autonomous Charging Robot System integrates cooperative autonomous navigation, precise robot control for automatic charging,
and high-safety mobile secondary batteries. A key innovation is the development of an autonomous charging robot system for electric vehicles,
which includes charging connector docking technology, a charging application, and a control system to manage the autonomous EV charging
robot, movable battery system, and user applications.
To
date, the Company holds six patents related to its technological innovations, covering areas such as autonomous towing devices for EV
charging, autonomous navigation systems, pickup systems for EV charging robots, real-time road map generation, cooperative autonomous
driving systems, and improved positioning accuracy using environmental sensors and precise maps. This patent portfolio highlights the
Company’s commitment to innovation and strengthens its position in the autonomous systems and electric vehicle charging markets.
Segments
Although
the Company offers multiple products, the Chief Executive Officer of the Company, who has been determined to be the CODM, manages the
Company as a whole and makes decisions at the consolidated level. There are no segment managers who are held accountable for operating
and financial results or the product and service mix offered by the Company.
Components
of Results of Operations
Revenue
The
Company manufactures smart monitoring visual systems and laser inspection systems. The specifications, functions, and delivery dates
vary depending on the demand of customers. The Company recognizes revenue at a point in time or over time when it satisfies performance
obligations under the terms of its contracts, and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that reflects
the consideration the Company expects to receive from its customers in exchange for those products.
Cost
of sales
Cost
of sales represent all direct and indirect costs associated with the manufacturing of our products. Cost of goods sold consists
primarily of direct costs associated with inventory. Cost of sales also includes inventory allocated personnel-related expenses and allocated
facilities and overhead costs.
Other
operating income
All
other operating income consists of government support income. The Company receives grants from local government agencies and public institutions
in relation to asset acquisition and research activity that are necessary for the Company’s operating activities. Government grants
are either deducted from the carrying amount of the related assets or recognized as income when there is reasonable assurance that the
Company will comply with the relevant conditions and that the grant will be received.
Selling,
general, and administrative expenses
Selling,
general and administrative expenses consist of corporate service functions such as finance expense, legal, human resources and information
technology, as well as rent, utilities, depreciation, amortization and insurance costs.
Other
non-operating income and expense
Other
non-operating income primarily includes miscellaneous income, and other expenses primarily includes miscellaneous losses of a small amount.
Finance
income
Finance
income primarily includes realized gain on deposit or loan.
Finance
expense
Finance
expense primarily consists of interest incurred on our finance leases, financing obligations and outstanding loans, as well as losses
on derivatives.
Gain
(loss) on foreign currency
Gain
(loss) on foreign currency primarily consists of the translation of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies.
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Results
of Operations for the Years Ended December 31, 2025 and 2024 (in thousands, except as otherwise noted)
The
following table provides our consolidated operating results for the periods indicated and percentage of revenue for each line item.
Year Ended December 31
2025
2024
Change
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
($)
(%)
Revenues
458
100.0
488
100.0
(30 )
(6.1 )
Cost of sales
(512 )
(111.8 )
(344 )
(70.5 )
(168 )
48.8
Other operating income
247
53.9
439
90.0
(192 )
(43.7 )
Selling, general and administrative expenses
(603 )
(131.7 )
(737 )
(151.0 )
134
(18.2 )
Operating loss
(410 )
(89.6 )
(154 )
(31.5 )
(256 )
166.2
Other non-operating income and losses, net
(80 )
(17.5 )
3
0.6
(83 )
(2766.7 )
Income taxes (benefit)*
—
—
—
—
—
—
Net loss from operations
(490 )
(107.1 )
(151 )
(30.9 )
(339 )
224.5
* not
meaningful
Overall
Operating results
The
Company generated total revenues of $458, representing a decrease compared to $488 in 2024. The Company continued to incur an operating
loss of $410 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025. The operating margin deteriorated from (31.5)% in 2024 to (89.6)%
in 2025, primarily attributable to an increase in cost of sales and a significant decline in other operating income, partially offset
by a reduction in selling, general and administrative expenses.
Revenues
Revenues
were $458 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, compared to $488 for the twelve months ended December 31,
2024, a decrease of $30, or 6.1%. This decrease was primarily attributable to a lower number of projects completed and delivered during
2025 compared to 2024.
Cost
of sales
Cost
of sales were $512 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, compared to $344 for the twelve months ended December 31,
2024, an increase of $168, or 48.8%. This increase was primarily attributable to higher production costs and a less favorable project
mix compared to the prior year.
Other
operating income
Other
operating income was $247 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, compared to $439 for the twelve months ended
December 31, 2024, a decrease of $192, or (43.7)%. This decrease was primarily attributable to a reduction in government subsidies
compared to the prior year.
Selling,
general and administrative expenses
Selling,
general and administrative expenses were $603 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, compared to $737 for the twelve months
ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of $134, or 18.2%. The decrease in SG&A expenses was primarily attributable to a reduction
in research and development expenses compared to the prior year.
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Other
non-operating income
Other non-operating income and losses, net was a loss of $80 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, compared
to income of $3 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, representing a decrease of $83. This change was primarily driven by changes
in other non-operating items.
Interest income was $6 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025,
compared to $9 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, representing a decrease of $3.
Interest
expense was $6 for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, compared to $6 for the twelve months ended December 31,
2024, with no material change. Interest expenses are incurred from long-term borrowings and finance lease liabilities.
Other
non-operating expenses also included a loss on derivatives of $81 for the year ended December 31, 2025.
Liquidity
and Capital Resources (in thousands, except as otherwise noted)
Sources
of Liquidity
In
assessing liquidity, we monitor and analyze cash on-hand and operating expenditure commitments. Our business is capital intensive and
requires expenditures for, among other things, the purchase and maintenance of equipment used in our operations. Our short-term and long-term
liquidity needs arise primarily from working capital requirements, capital expenditures, including expansion projects and principal and
interest payments related to our outstanding indebtedness. The Company plans to continue to fund its operations through its existing
cash and cash equivalents, as well as through future equity offerings, debt financing, other third-party funding, and operational cash
flow. Our liquidity as of December 31, 2025 and 2024 is as follows (in thousands):
December 31,
2025
December 31,
2024
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 461
$ 554
Working capital
$ (102 )
$ 295
Accumulated deficit
$ (1,034 )
$ (547 )
Our
future liquidity requirements will depend on many factors, including funding needed to support other business opportunities and expenditures,
and funding for working capital and general corporate purposes. We expect to satisfy our liquidity requirements through cash on hand,
cash generated from operations and additional financing. During the twelve months ended December 31, 2024, we raised $338 of
additional capital financing through a paid-in capital increase.
Cash
Flows
Cash
flows associated with operating, investing, and financing activities for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025 and December 31,
2024 are summarized as follows:
Year Ended December 31,
Change
2025
2024
($)
(%)
Net cash (used in) operating activities
$ (312 )
$ (88 )
(224 )
254.5
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
209
(136 )
345
253.7
Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities
(5 )
555
(560 )
100.9
Decrease (increase) in cash and cash equivalents
$ (108 )
$ 331
(439 )
132.6
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Net
Cash Used in Operating Activities
Cash
flows used in operating activities were $312 for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to $88 for the year ended December 31,
2024, representing an increase in cash outflows of $224, or 254.5%.
The
increase in cash outflows was primarily attributable to a higher net loss, which increased from $151 in 2024 to $489 in 2025. This was
partially offset by an increase in non-cash adjustments, which rose from $34 in 2024 to $125 in 2025. In addition, changes in operating
assets and liabilities increased from $28 in 2024 to $52 in 2025, further contributing to the increase in cash outflows.
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities
Cash
flows provided by investing activities were $209 for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to cash flows used in investing
activities of $136 for the year ended December 31, 2024, representing an improvement of $345.
This
change was primarily attributable to net cash inflows from short-term financial instruments, including proceeds of $211 from dispositions,
as well as increased cash inflows from the collection of loans of $70. These inflows were partially offset by cash outflows related to
acquisitions of property, plant and equipment of $28, acquisitions of intangible assets of $22, increases in leasehold deposits of $16,
and increases in loans of $18. Additionally, repayments of government grants contributed $11 to investing cash inflows.
Net Cash (Used in) provided by Financing Activities
Cash
flows used in financing activities were $5 for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to cash flows provided by financing activities
of $555 for the year ended December 31, 2024.
The
decrease was primarily attributable to the absence of financing inflows such as proceeds from long-term borrowings and capital increases
that were recognized in the prior year. In 2025, financing activities mainly consisted of cash outflows of $5 related to the repayment
of finance lease liabilities.
Cash
flows associated with operating, investing, and financing activities for the twelve months ended December 31, 2024 and December 31,
2023 are summarized as follows:
Year Ended December 31,
Change
2024
2023
($)
(%)
Net cash used in operating activities
$ (88 )
$ (191 )
103
53.9
Net cash used in investing activities
(136 )
(200 )
64
32.0
Net cash provided by financing activities
555
15
540
3600.0
Net increase(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
$ 331
$ (376 )
707
188.0
Net
Cash Used in Operating Activities
Cash
flows used in operating activities were $88 for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to $191 for the year ended December 31,
2023, representing a decrease in cash outflows of $103, or 53.9%. The decrease is related to several factors. There was a reduction in
net loss from $172 for the year ended December 31, 2023 to $151 for the corresponding period in 2024. Additionally, there was an
increase in adjustments for non-cash items, rising from $20 in 2023 to $34 in 2024, and a change in assets and liabilities from a decrease
of $39 to an increase of $28.
Net
Cash Used in Investing Activities
Cash
flows used in investing activities were $136 for the year ended December 31, 2024 compared to $200 for the year ended December 31,
2023, a decrease of $64, or 32.0%. The decrease was primarily attributable to several factors. Cash outflows related to the purchase
of property, plant, and equipment decreased by $14, while cash outflows increased by $140 due to the acquisition of short-term financial
instruments. At the same time, cash inflows of $291 were generated from the disposition of short-term financial instruments. Additionally,
cash inflows increased by $53 due to the repayment of government grants, and cash outflows related to acquisitions of intangible assets
and increases in leasehold deposits decreased by $23. Furthermore, cash outflows of $462 were incurred due to an increase in loans, partially
offset by cash inflows of $389 from the collection of loans.
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Net
Cash Provided by Financing Activities
Cash
flows provided by financing activities were $555 for the year ended December 31, 2024, primarily due to a cash inflow of $338 from
a capital increase through the issuance of new shares, a cash outflow of $2 related to share issuance costs, a cash outflow of $25 from
the repayment of finance lease liabilities, and a cash inflow of $244 from proceeds from long-term borrowings.
Cash
flows associated with operating, investing, and financing activities for the years ended December 31, 2023 and December 31,
2022 are summarized as follows:
Debt
The
Company borrowed $218 from Hana Bank in South Korea in May 2022. The loan matures in May 2027 and is subject to an interest
rate ranging from 1.06% to 2.04%. The Company is providing its building and attached land as collateral to the lender in connection
with a facility loan, and the building is currently being used as the Company’s research center. Additionally, the Company borrowed
$227 from Hana Bank in South Korea in July 2024. The loan matures in May 2029 and is subject to an interest rate of 0.46% to
0.51%. The Company benefits from a 5.5% interest rate subsidy provided for loans by the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology.
Dissenting Shareholder Appraisal Rights
In connection with the share exchange transactions
contemplated by the share exchange agreements dated February 10, 2025, as amended (collectively, the “Agreements”), by and
among the Company, EMT Sub Co., Ltd. (“EMT Sub”), and the other operating companies party thereto, shareholders who formally
dissented at the general meeting of shareholders held to approve the share exchange (the “Share Exchange EGM”) were granted
statutory appraisal rights under the Korean Commercial Code (the “Appraisal Rights”).
Pursuant to the Agreements, dissenting shareholders
may obtain the Appraisal Rights by delivering to the Company, within 20 days from the date of the Share Exchange EGM, a written notice
identifying the class and number of shares for which appraisal rights are elected (the “Appraisal Shares”). Upon receipt of
valid notice, the Company is contingently required to repurchase the Appraisal Shares within two (2) months, provided the Share Exchange
remains in effect and the dissenting shareholder does not withdraw its notice (by mutual agreement with the Company), after which any
unpaid amount will begin to accrue interest at a statutorily dictated 6% interest rate per annum. The repurchase price for Appraisal Shares
is determined by mutual agreement between the Company and the applicable dissenting shareholder through the Agreements.
Management accounts for these appraisal rights
as a liability under ASC 480 measured at fair value, with changes recognized in earnings, until the obligation becomes unconditional at
merger close. In connection with the transaction, the Company recognized a derivative liability of $81,060 and a corresponding loss on
derivative as of December 31, 2025.
In January 2026, the Company completed a comprehensive
share exchange transaction pursuant to the approved share exchange agreement and became a wholly owned subsidiary of EMT Sub Co., Ltd.
The payment amount was approximately $4.80 million as of the closing of the share exchange transaction and continues to accrue statutory
interest until the actual payment date.
Contractual
Obligations
The
following table presents a summary of our contractual obligations, including payments due by period, as of December 31, 2025:
($ in thousands)
2026
2027
2028
2029
Total
Operating lease(1)
4
2
—
—
6
Finance lease(1)
7
7
4
—
18
Debt obligations(2)
—
255
132
45
432
Total
11
264
136
45
456
(1)
Future lease payment obligations for operating and finance
lease liabilities.
(2)
Long-term debt principal repayment obligations for Hana bank
loans and the loan from the Company’s CEO.
As
of December 31 2025, there have been no material changes to our contractual obligations and commitments since December 31,
2025.
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Going
Concern
The
going concern assumption contemplates the realization of assets and satisfaction of liabilities in the normal course of business.
However,
substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern exists. Primarily due to a decline in sales associated
with the business, the Company incurred losses of $489 and net cash outflows from operating activities of $312 for the year ended December 31,
2025. In addition, the Company reported negative working capital of $102 and cash and cash equivalents of $461 as of December 31,
2025.
Furthermore,
the Company incurred losses of $151, $172, and $188 for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively, and
net cash outflows from operating activities of $88, $191, and $223 for the same periods. Absent any other action, the Company will require
additional liquidity to continue its operations over the next 12 months.
The
Company is evaluating strategies to obtain the required additional funding for future operations. These strategies may include, but are
not limited to, obtaining equity financing, issuing debt or entering into other financing arrangements, and restructuring operations
to increase revenues and reduce expenses. However, based on the current economic environment and the Company’s financial condition,
the Company may be unable to access additional equity or debt financing when needed. As such, there can be no assurance that the Company
will be able to obtain additional liquidity when needed or on acceptable terms, if at all.
The
consolidated financial statements included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part, have been
prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern and, accordingly, do not include any adjustments that might result
from the outcome of this uncertainty.
Quantitative
and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
We
are exposed to market risks in the ordinary course of our business. Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial
position due to adverse changes in financial market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primarily the result of fluctuations
in interest rates.
Interest
Rate Risk
The
Company’s cash and cash equivalents primarily consist of cash on hand and short-term, highly liquid investments with original maturities
of three months or less from the date of purchase and are mainly comprised of bank deposits. As of December 31, 2025 and December 31,
2024, the Company had $461 and $554 of cash and cash equivalents, respectively. The Company’s investments are exposed to market
risk due to fluctuations in interest rates, which may affect its interest income and fair market value of its investments. However, due
to the short-term nature of the Company’s investment portfolio, the Company does not believe an immediate 10% increase or decrease
in interest rates would have a material effect on the fair value of its portfolio. The Company therefore does not expect its operating
results or cash flows to be materially affected by a sudden change in market interest rates.
Off-Balance
Sheet Arrangements
During
the period presented, the Company did not have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as structured
finance or special purpose entities, which were established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements.
Critical
Accounting Policies and Use of Estimates
The
above discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations is based upon our consolidated financial statements.
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported
amounts of assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses, and disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. Our significant accounting
policies are described in Note 1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies of the accompanying consolidated financial statements
of the Company included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part. Critical accounting policies
are those that we consider to be the most important in portraying our financial condition and results of operations and also require
the greatest amount of judgments by management. Judgments or uncertainties regarding the application of these policies may result in
materially different amounts being reported under different conditions or using different assumptions. We consider the following policies
to be the most critical in understanding the judgments that are involved in preparing the consolidated financial statements.
7
Revenue
Recognition
The
Company recognizes revenue at a point in time or over time when it satisfies performance obligations under the terms of its contracts,
and control of its products is transferred to its customers in an amount that reflects the consideration the Company expects to receive
from its customers in exchange for those products. This process involves identifying the customer contract, determining the performance
obligations in the contract, determining the transaction price, allocating the transaction price to the distinct performance obligations
in the contract, and recognizing revenue when the performance obligations have been satisfied. A performance obligation is considered
distinct from other obligations in a contract when it (a) provides a benefit to the customer either on its own or together with
other resources that are readily available to the customer and (b) is separately identified in the contract. The Company considers
a performance obligation satisfied once it has transferred control of a good or product to a customer, meaning the customer has the ability
to direct the use and obtain the benefit of the product.
Inventories
Inventories
are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. The cost of inventories is determined by the specific identification method
for raw materials, work in progress and finished goods.
Property,
Plant and Equipment and Intangible Assets
Property,
plant, and equipment are stated at cost. Plant and equipment under finance leases are stated at the present value of the lease payments.
Depreciation on property, plant and equipment is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets.
The estimated useful life of buildings is 40 years, while the estimated useful life of machinery and equipment, vehicles, furniture
and fixtures is 5 years.
Intangible
assets are stated at cost. Amortization on intangible assets is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives
of the assets. The estimated useful life of patent is 7 years, while the estimated useful life of software is 5 years.
The
Company also receives grants from local government agencies and public institutions in relation to research activity. Government grants
are either deducted from the carrying amount of the related assets or recognized as income when there is reasonable assurance that the
Company will comply with the relevant conditions and that the grant will be received.
Foreign
Currency
The
functional currency of Handa Lab is the Korean won. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of
the Company at the exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. Transaction gains and losses are included in “Gain/Loss on
foreign currency” in the consolidated statements of operations. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies
are translated into the functional currency at the exchange rate at the reporting date, which are included in the “Effect of exchange
rate changes on cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash” in the consolidated statements of cash flows.
Assets
and liabilities of the Company are translated into U.S. dollars, the reporting currency, at the exchange rate in effect at the end
of each period. Revenue and expenses for the Company are translated into U.S. dollars using average rates that approximate those
in effect during the period. Currency translation adjustments are included in “accumulated other comprehensive income (loss),”
a separate component of stockholders’ equity.
Recent
Accounting Pronouncements
See
Note 1.(24) to the audited annual consolidated financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2025 and 2024
included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which this exhibit forms a part, for recently issued accounting pronouncements
not yet adopted as of the dates of the statement of financial position included as an exhibit to Amendment No. 2 to Form 8-K, of which
this exhibit forms a part.
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part of the Business Combination, EM acquired KCM Industry Co., Ltd., a Korean company (“KCM”), KMMI INC., a Korean company
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