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$441.6M Q1 loss and Nasdaq notice risk for EMAT (NASDAQ: EMAT)

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. reports a major Q1 2026 loss and a delay in filing its Form 10-Q. The company will miss the extended deadline under Rule 12b-25 because of complex accounting related to a large overseas equipment purchase and other financial reporting issues, but has furnished unaudited condensed financial statements as an exhibit.

For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, EMAT generated revenues of $1.9 million and recorded a net loss of $441.6 million, or $0.72 per basic and diluted share, driven largely by a $425.2 million loss from changes in the fair value of financial instruments. Cash and cash equivalents were $5.4 million, total liabilities were $96.2 million, and stockholders’ deficit was $24.6 million as of March 31, 2026.

The company expects to receive a Nasdaq non-compliance notice for the late Form 10-Q under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1), but indicates that any such notice should have no immediate effect on the listing or trading of its common stock and anticipates regaining compliance within the expected grace period.

Positive

  • None.

Negative

  • Q1 2026 net loss of $441.6 million on $1.9 million of revenue, driven largely by a $425.2 million loss from changes in fair value of financial instruments.
  • Stockholders’ deficit of $24.6 million and total liabilities of $96.2 million as of March 31, 2026, indicating a thin equity position.
  • Late Form 10-Q filing beyond the Rule 12b-25 extension, with an expected Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) non-compliance notice, even though no immediate listing impact is anticipated.

Insights

Large non-cash losses, late 10-Q, and thin equity highlight elevated reporting and balance-sheet pressure.

EMAT shows Q1 2026 revenue of $1.9M but a net loss of $441.6M, mainly from a $425.2M loss on fair value of financial instruments and sizeable CPU share-related charges. Operating expenses of $17.3M on a small revenue base deepen operating losses.

The balance sheet reflects total liabilities of $96.2M against a stockholders’ deficit of $24.6M, with cash at $5.4M and net cash used in operations of $5.6M for the quarter. This capital structure leaves limited cushion, even though much of the loss is non-cash and tied to complex financial arrangements.

The late Form 10-Q filing, due to accounting complexities around a large overseas equipment purchase and other items, is expected to trigger a Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) notice. EMAT states that any notice should not immediately affect trading and that it aims to file within Nasdaq’s grace period, so future filings will be important to clarify ongoing performance and compliance.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Revenue $1,879k For the three months ended March 31, 2026
Net loss $441,633k For the three months ended March 31, 2026
Net loss per share $0.72 Basic and diluted, Q1 2026
Cash and cash equivalents $5,389k As of March 31, 2026
Total liabilities $96,181k As of March 31, 2026
Stockholders’ deficit $(24,579)k As of March 31, 2026
Net cash used in operating activities $(5,569)k For the three months ended March 31, 2026
Fair value loss on financial instruments $425,227k Change in fair value of financial instruments, Q1 2026
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) regulatory
"may receive a notice of non-compliance from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1)"
Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) requires companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange to promptly notify the exchange if their stock price falls below a certain minimum level, known as the "initial listing standards." This rule helps ensure that investors are aware of significant declines in a company's stock value, which could signal financial trouble or increased risk. Essentially, it helps maintain transparency and protect investors by keeping them informed about important changes in a company's stock performance.
reverse recapitalization financial
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A reverse recapitalization is a way for a privately held company to become publicly traded by taking control of an existing public company and swapping ownership rather than going through a traditional public offering. For investors it matters because it can quickly change who controls a company and reshape its share structure and value — like a homeowner swapping houses and keys rather than building a new one — so it can create sudden shifts in stock supply, dilution and market expectations.
CPU Share Allocation Obligations financial
"Change in fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations | | | 190,488"
Business Combination financial
"resulting from the Business Combination | | | (17,391,000)"
A business combination happens when two or more companies join together to operate as one, like two friends merging their teams into a single group. This is important because it can change how companies grow, compete, and make money, often making them bigger and more powerful in the market.
noncontrolling interest financial
"Noncontrolling interest | | | 13,935 | Total deficit"
The portion of a business owned by investors other than the controlling owner when one company has control of another; it represents outside shareholders’ share of the subsidiary’s assets and profits. For investors, it matters because those outside claims reduce the amount of profit and net assets attributable to the parent owner — similar to saying part of a pizza belongs to someone else — and thus affects earnings, book value and valuation.
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"Emerging growth company Item 8.01 Other Events."
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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K

  

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): May 20, 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 348

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.

 

 

 

 

Item 8.01 Other Events.

 

Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (“EM&T” or the “Company”), a vertically integrated rare earth and critical materials company focused on the development, processing, manufacturing, and commercialization of rare earth magnets and related downstream critical material solutions, is diligently working to complete its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2026 (the “Q1 2026 Form 10-Q”) following the successful completion of the Company’s business combination and transition to a public company operating platform. EM&T remains committed to maintaining strong corporate governance, financial transparency, and compliance with its SEC reporting obligations.

 

Despite the Company’s best efforts, the Company will not file the Q1 2026 Form 10-Q within the extension period provided under Rule 12b-25 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The delay is due to the financial complexities associated with a large overseas equipment purchase and other complexities which requires additional time to complete the related accounting and financial reporting procedures and finalize the Q1 2026 Form 10-Q. The Company has furnished, as an exhibit to this Current Report on Form 8-K, the Company’s current unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2026. The Company is working expeditiously with management, outside advisors, and its independent registered public accounting firm and currently expects to complete and file the Q1 2026 Form 10-Q shortly.

 

As a result of the delay in filing the Q1 2026 Form 10-Q within the applicable Rule 12b-25 extension period, the Company anticipates that it may receive a notice of non-compliance from the Listing Qualifications Department of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (“Nasdaq”) under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1). The Company expects any such notice to have no immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company’s common stock on Nasdaq. We anticipate that the notice from Nasdaq will have a grace period within which to file the Form 10-Q and regain compliance with the Nasdaq Listing Rules and that we will file the Form 10-Q within the Nasdaq grace period.

 

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

 

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws, including within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally relate to future events or the future financial or operating performance of EMAT and may include, without limitation, statements regarding EMAT’s strategy, business plans, growth opportunities, projected financial information, expected production capacities, anticipated market demand, regulatory developments, and other future events or conditions. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “should,” “expect,” “intend,” “will,” “estimate,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “predict,” “potential,” “plan,” “project,” “target,” “forecast,” or the negatives of these terms or variations of them or similar terminology. These forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, EMAT’s ability to execute its business plan, obtain financing, construct and scale facilities, secure feedstock and offtake agreements, obtain necessary permits and regulatory approvals, manage supply chain disruptions, respond to competitive pressures, address geopolitical and macroeconomic risks, and other risks described in EMAT’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. EMAT undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law.

 

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

 

(d) Exhibits.

 

The following exhibits are being filed herewith:

 

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

Exhibit No.   Description
99.1   Results of Operations and Financial Condition
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)  

 

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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: May 20, 2026

 

  Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.
   
  By: /s/ Christopher Clower
  Name:   Christopher Clower
  Title: Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer

 

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Exhibit 99.1

 

EVOLUTION METALS & TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

in thousands, except share data  March 31,
2026 (unaudited)
 
ASSETS    
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents  $5,389 
Accounts receivable   2,270 
Non-trade accounts receivable   1,202 
Non-trade accounts receivable - related parties   182 
Inventories   1,564 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   660 
Total current assets   11,267 
Property, plant and equipment, net   7,443 
Intangible assets, net   6,350 
Deferred transaction costs    
Goodwill   59,980 
Other noncurrent assets   497 
TOTAL ASSETS  $85,537 
      
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT     
Current liabilities:     
Accounts payable  $8,596 
Accounts payable - related parties   42 
Non-trade accounts payable   47,951 
Non-trade accounts payable - related parties   218 
Short term debt   2,997 
Short term debt - related parties   1,779 
Current portion of long-term debt   1,593 
Convertible promissory notes   2,296 
July investment agreement derivative    
CPU Share Allocation Obligation    
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities   27,361 
Total current liabilities   92,833 
Long term debt   2,609 
Long term debt -related parties   15 
Other noncurrent liabilities   724 
Total Liabilities   96,181 
      
Commitments and contingencies (Note 19)     
      
Stockholders’ Deficit     
Common stock $0.0001 par value,  593,349,852 shares authorized, 593,349,852 and 0 shares issued and outstanding as of March 31, 2026 and December 31, 2025   59 
Equity-classified CPU share allocation   186,766 
Additional paid-in capital   908,249 
Accumulated deficit   (1,118,591)
Accumulated other comprehensive income   (1,062)
Total stockholders’ deficit   (24,579)
Noncontrolling interest   13,935 
Total deficit   (10,644)
Total liabilities and stockholders’ deficit  $85,537 

 

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EVOLUTION METALS & TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

 

in thousands, except share data  For the
Three Months
Ended
March 31,
2026
(unaudited)
 
Revenues  $1,879 
Cost of sales   (1,434)
Gross profit   445 
Operating expense:     
Selling, general and administrative   (17,339)
Operating loss   (16,894)
Other income (expense):     
Interest (expense) income, net   (705)
Other income (expense), net   1,170 
Provision for credit losses    
Change in fair value of financial instruments   (425,227)
Gain on foreign currency   15 
Loss before income taxes   (441,641)
Income tax expense   8 
Net loss  $(441,633)
      
Net loss per share attributable to common stockholders     
Basic and diluted  $(0.72)
Weighted average shares of common stock     
Basic and diluted   611,903,892 

 

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EVOLUTION METALS & TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

 

in thousands  For the
Three Months
Ended
March 31,
2026
(unaudited)
 
Net loss  $(441,633)
Other comprehensive income:     
Foreign currency translation adjustments   (1,050)
Actuarial loss on defined severance benefits, net of tax   (18)
Total other comprehensive loss   (1,068)
Total comprehensive loss  $(442,701)

 

 

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EVOLUTION METALS & TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EQUITY

 

    Convertible
Preferred
Units
    Member Units,
Voting
    Common Stock     Additional     Subscription     Equity-classified     Accumulated     Accumulated     Member ’     Total     Noncontrolling     Total  
in thousands, except share data   Units     Amount     Units     Amount     Units     Amount     Paid-in
Capital
    Receivable     CPU Share
Allocation
    Deficit     Other
Comprehensive
Income
    Deficit     EMAT
Stockholders’
Equity
    Interest     Stockholders’
Equity
 
Balance, December 31, 2024 (as previously reported)     35,230,021     $ 9,587       1,000,000     $      —                   —           —           —     $     —     $ (58,962 )   $        —     $ (49,374 )   $     —     $       —     $  
Retroactive application of recapitalization                 (1,000,000 )           454,712,290       45       (45 )                             49,374       (49,374 )           (49,374 )
Balance, December 31, 2024     35,230,021       9,587                   454,712,290       45       (45 )                 (58,962 )                 (49,374 )           (49,374 )
Issuance of convertible preferred units     7,050,000     $ 2,750                                     (1,500 )   $                         1,250     $       1,250  
Net loss           $             $                                         (18,010 )   $     $       (18,010 )   $       (18,010 )
Balance, March 31, 2025     42,280,021     $ 12,337           $     $ 454,712,290     $ 45     $ (45 )   $ (1,500 )   $     $ (76,972 )   $     $     $ (66,134 )   $     $ (66,134 )

 

    Convertible
Preferred
Units
    Member Units,
Voting
    Common Stock     Additional     Subscription     Equity-classified     Accumulated     Accumulated     Member ’     Total     Noncontrolling     Total  
in thousands, except share data   Units     Amount     Units     Amount     Units     Amount     Paid-in
Capital
    Receivable     CPU Share
Allocation
    Deficit     Other
Comprehensive
Income
    Deficit     EMAT
Stockholder ’
Equity
    Interest     Stockholder ’
Equity
 
Balance, December 31, 2025     59,671,021     $ 26,262            —     $      —       454,712,290     $ 45     $ (45 )   $     —     $    —     $ (676,958 )   $    6     $     $ (650,690 )   $    —     $ (650,690 )
Reverse recapitalization                             4,876,199             —       (10,872 )                                   (10,872 )           (10,872 )
Noncontrolling interests resulting from the Business Combination     (17,391,000 )     (13,925 )                                                                     (13,925 )     13,925        
Share issuance upon conversion of convertible preferred units     (42,280,021 )     (12,337 )                 12,640,000       1       12,336                                                  
Share issuance upon settlement of the EM Share Obligations                             118,046,178       13       885,334                                     885,347             885,347  
Issuance of common stock for acquisitions                             3,075,185             23,064                                     23,064       10       23,074  
Investor loan advances and deemed contributions                                         (1,568 )                                   (1,568 )           (1,568 )
Reclass of CPU Share Allocation Obligations to equity                                                     186,766                         186,766             186,766  
Foreign currency translation adjustment                                                                 (1,050 )           (1,050 )           (1,050 )
Actuarial (loss) gain on defined severance benefits, net of tax                                                                 (18 )           (18 )           (18 )
Net loss                                                           (441,633 )                 (441,633 )           (441,633 )
Balance, March 31, 2026         $           $       593,349,852     $ 59     $ 908,249     $     $ 186,766     $ (1,118,591 )   $ (1,062 )   $     $ (24,579 )   $ 13,935     $ (10,644 )

 

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EVOLUTION METALS & TECHNOLOGIES CORP.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

 

in thousands  For the
Three Months
Ended
March 31,
2026
(unaudited)
 
Cash flows from operating activities    
Net loss  $(441,632)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:     
Changes in provision for losses on valuation of inventories   115 
Depreciation and amortization   252 
Interest expense   768 
Change in fair value of July Investment Agreement Derivatives   234,739 
Pension Benefits Provision   65 
Gain on settlement of preexisting relationship   (1,152)
Allowance for credit losses    
Interest income   (63)
Gains on foreign exchange translation   (115)
Loss on foreign exchange translation   99 
Change in fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations   190,488 
Change in fair value of July Investment Agreement Derivative    
Day one loss on CPU Share Allocation Obligations    
Investor expenses incurred on behalf of Company   3,086 
Constructive disbursement to related party   (4,405)
Paid in kind – interest    
Non-cash others   (219)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects from Business Combination:     
Trade accounts receivable   (725)
Non-trade accounts receivable   4,194 
Prepaid expenses and other assets   (197)
Inventories   (385)
Deferred transaction costs   9,266 
Trade accounts payable   (1,226)
Non-trade accounts payable   1,195 
Other liabilities   109 
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities   174 
Net cash used in operating activities  $(5,569)
      
Cash flows from investing activities     
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment  $(24)
Increase in leasehold deposits   (2)
Decrease in leasehold deposits    
Increase in loans   (188)
Issuance of notes receivable    
Issuance of notes receivable, related party    
Repayment of notes receivable   2 
Net cash acquired in Business Combination   1,379 
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities  $1,167 
      
Cash flows from financing activities     
Proceeds from short-term debt  $1,133 
Repayment of short-term debt   (545)
Repayment of current poriton of long-term debt   (65)
Repayment of long-term debt   (44)
Payment of lease liabilities   (32)
Payment for appraisal rights   (350)
Cash assumed in reverse recapitalization   13 
Advances to related party   (475)
Payments to effectuate reverse recapitalization   (1,537)
Proceeds from issuance of convertible preferred units    
Payments for deferred transaction costs    
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities  $(1,902)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash   8 
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash   (6,304)
Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, as of beginning of period   11,685 
Cash and cash equivalents, and restricted cash, as of end of period  $5,389 
      
Supplemental cash flow information:     
Taxes paid     
Interest paid     
      
Supplemental disclosure of noncash investing and financing activities:     
Noncash consideration assumed in Business Combination  $69,907 
Reverse recapitalization   (7,030)
Fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations issued in connection with issuance of certain convertible preferred units    
Deferred transaction costs included within accounts payable and accrued expenses    
Convertible preferred units issued in exchange for subscription receivable    

 

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FAQ

Why is Evolution Metals & Technologies (EMAT) delaying its Q1 2026 Form 10-Q filing?

EMAT is delaying its Q1 2026 Form 10-Q because of financial complexities tied to a large overseas equipment purchase and other accounting issues. These require extra time to complete related accounting, financial reporting procedures, and finalize the quarterly report despite the Rule 12b-25 extension.

What were EMAT’s key financial results for Q1 2026?

For Q1 2026, EMAT reported revenue of $1.9 million and a net loss of $441.6 million, or $0.72 per basic and diluted share. The loss was heavily influenced by a $425.2 million loss from changes in fair value of financial instruments and other non-operating items.

What does EMAT’s balance sheet look like as of March 31, 2026?

As of March 31, 2026, EMAT had total assets of $85.5 million and total liabilities of $96.2 million, resulting in a stockholders’ deficit of $24.6 million. Cash and cash equivalents were $5.4 million, with noncontrolling interest of $13.9 million partially offsetting the deficit.

How much cash did EMAT use in operations during Q1 2026?

During Q1 2026, EMAT used $5.6 million of net cash in operating activities. This reflected the large reported net loss, offset by significant non-cash items such as fair value changes on derivatives and CPU share allocation obligations, plus working capital movements during the quarter.

Will EMAT’s late 10-Q affect its Nasdaq listing status?

EMAT expects a Nasdaq non-compliance notice under Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) because the Form 10-Q missed the Rule 12b-25 extension deadline. The company states any notice should have no immediate effect on listing or trading and anticipates regaining compliance within Nasdaq’s grace period.

What non-cash items significantly impacted EMAT’s Q1 2026 loss?

EMAT’s Q1 2026 loss was significantly impacted by a $425.2 million loss from changes in fair value of financial instruments and a $190.5 million change in fair value of CPU Share Allocation Obligations. These non-cash items heavily contributed to the $441.6 million net loss reported.

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

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