CGC IV Sponsor discloses 7.09M Class B shares in Cartesian Growth (CGCFU)
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
3
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Cartesian Growth Corp IV filed an initial ownership report showing that CGC IV Sponsor LLC directly holds 7,087,500 Class B ordinary shares. These Class B shares automatically convert into Class A ordinary shares on a one-for-one basis upon the company’s initial business combination or earlier at the holder’s option.
The holding includes up to 937,500 shares that may be forfeited depending on the IPO underwriters’ over-allotment option. The Sponsor is controlled by Chairman and CEO Peter Yu, who may be deemed to share voting and dispositive power but disclaims beneficial ownership beyond his pecuniary interest.
Positive
- None.
Negative
- None.
Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
CGC IV Sponsor LLC, Yu Peter
Role
10% Owner | Chairman and CEO
| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| holding | Class B ordinary shares | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Class B ordinary shares — 7,087,500 shares (Direct)
Footnotes (1)
- The Class B ordinary shares of Cartesian Growth Corporation IV (the "Issuer") have no expiration date and will automatically convert into Class A ordinary shares concurrently with or immediately following the consummation of the Issuer's initial business combination, or earlier at the option of the holder, on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment, as described in the Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-296614) (the "Registration Statement") related to the Issuer's initial public offering (the "IPO"). Includes up to 937,500 shares subject to forfeiture by CGC IV Sponsor LLC (the "Sponsor") depending on the extent to which the IPO underwriters' over-allotment option is exercised, as described in the Registration Statement. Represents 7,087,500 shares held directly by the Sponsor. CGC IV Sponsor Manager LLC is the sole member of the Sponsor and is controlled by Peter Yu. Consequently, Mr. Yu may be deemed to share voting and dispositive control over the securities held by the Sponsor, and thus to share beneficial ownership of such securities. Mr. Yu disclaims beneficial ownership of such securities except to the extent of its or his pecuniary interest therein.
Key Figures
Class B shares held: 7,087,500 shares
Shares subject to forfeiture: 937,500 shares
Conversion ratio: 1-for-1
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4 metrics
Class B shares held
7,087,500 shares
Directly held by CGC IV Sponsor LLC
Shares subject to forfeiture
937,500 shares
Contingent on IPO underwriters’ over-allotment option
Conversion ratio
1-for-1
Class B ordinary shares into Class A ordinary shares
Exercise/conversion price
$0.0000 per share
Stated for Class B ordinary shares into Class A
Key Terms
Class B ordinary shares, initial business combination, over-allotment option, beneficial ownership
4 terms
initial business combination financial
"...will automatically convert into Class A ordinary shares concurrently with or immediately following the consummation of the Issuer's initial business combination..."
An initial business combination is the deal in which a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) merges with or acquires an operating business to bring that business onto public markets. Think of the SPAC as an empty shell that raises money from investors, then uses that cash to buy a private company—this transaction turns the private company into a public one and often changes its ownership, valuation, and access to capital, so investors should watch for shifts in risk, future growth prospects, and shareholder rights.
over-allotment option financial
"Includes up to 937,500 shares subject to forfeiture... depending on the extent to which the IPO underwriters' over-allotment option is exercised..."
An over-allotment option is a special agreement that allows underwriters to sell more shares than initially planned if demand is high. Think of it like a retailer offering extra units of a popular product to meet additional customer interest. This option helps ensure the full sale is completed and can also give investors extra shares if they want more.
beneficial ownership financial
"Mr. Yu may be deemed to share voting and dispositive control... and thus to share beneficial ownership of such securities."
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
FAQ
What insider ownership does Cartesian Growth Corp IV (CGCFU) report on this Form 3?
The filing reports that CGC IV Sponsor LLC directly holds 7,087,500 Class B ordinary shares of Cartesian Growth Corp IV. These shares give the Sponsor significant equity exposure and are tied to the company’s initial public offering structure and future business combination.