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Evolution Metals & Technologies (EMAT) delays Q1 2026 10-Q after Jan 5 merger

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Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. submitted a Form 12b-25 notifying the SEC of a delayed Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended March 31, 2026. The company states the delay is to obtain and compile required information and expects to file the Form 10-Q no later than May 20, 2026.

The notification says results for the three months ended March 31, 2026 will reflect a significant change versus the prior-year period as a result of the business combination completed on January 5, 2026, when Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp. merged with Evolution Metals LLC and changed its name to Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. The company expects to account for the transaction as a reverse recapitalization with EM treated as the accounting acquirer; management and its independent registered public accounting firm are completing their review before quantifying results.

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Delay tied to post‑combination consolidation and audit review

The filing explains the Form 10-Q delay arises from additional time needed to obtain and compile information following the January 5, 2026 business combination and the related accounting treatment. The company states it will treat the transaction as a reverse recapitalization, which typically requires consolidated schedules and acquirer accounting disclosures.

Completion depends on management and the independent registered public accounting firm's review; the company sets a filing target of May 20, 2026. Subsequent periodic filings should disclose the consolidated results and any restatements or pro forma disclosures required by GAAP.

Reverse recapitalization accounting will drive disclosure complexity

Accounting-aspects noted include treating Evolution Metals LLC as the accounting acquirer and consolidating EM and its subsidiaries. This treatment necessitates purchase accounting, fair‑value measurements, and expanded notes to financial statements under U.S. GAAP.

Key items to watch in the forthcoming 10-Q are the purchase accounting adjustments, consolidation eliminations, and any pro forma or comparative period presentation; the filing date is stated as May 20, 2026.

Quarter end March 31, 2026 Period covered by the delayed Form 10-Q
Expected filing date May 20, 2026 Target date to file the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q
Business combination closing January 5, 2026 Date WTMA merged with Evolution Metals LLC and changed name
Form 12b-25 regulatory
"notification of late filing for Form 10-Q"
Form 12b-25 is a notice a publicly traded company files with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission when it cannot deliver a required periodic report (like a quarterly or annual financial report) on time. It explains the reason for the delay and gives the company a short, temporary window to finish the report without being marked as delinquent; investors watch it because late filings can signal accounting, operational, or control issues that may affect a company’s reliability and stock risk, much like a missed homework deadline can raise concerns about a student’s preparedness.
reverse recapitalization financial
"expects to account for the Business Combination as a reverse recapitalization"
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.
accounting acquirer accounting
"EM treated as the accounting acquirer under U.S. GAAP"

 

 

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  FORM 12b-25  
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  NOTIFICATION OF LATE FILING SEC FILE NUMBER

 

(Check one): Form 10-K Form 20-F Form 11-K Form 10-Q Form 10-D Form N-SAR Form N-CSR
   
  For Period Ended: March 31, 2026
   
  Transition Report on Form 10-K
   
  Transition Report on Form 20-F
   
  Transition Report on Form 11-K
   
  Transition Report on Form 10-Q
   
  Transition Report on Form N-SAR
   
  For the Transition Period Ended:

 

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Nothing in this form shall be construed to imply that the Commission has verified any information contained herein.

 

If the notification relates to a portion of the filing checked above, identify the Item(s) to which the notification relates:

 

PART I — REGISTRANT INFORMATION

 

Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.

Full Name of Registrant

 

Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.

Former Name if Applicable

 

4040 NE 2nd Ave, Suite 349

Address of Principal Executive Office (Street and Number)

 

Miami, Florida 33137

City, State and Zip Code

 

 

 

 

PART II — RULES 12b-25(b) AND (c)

 

If the subject report could not be filed without unreasonable effort or expense and the registrant seeks relief pursuant to Rule 12b-25(b), the following should be completed. (Check box if appropriate)

 

  (a) The reason described in reasonable detail in Part III of this form could not be eliminated without unreasonable effort or expense
   
(b) The subject annual report, semi-annual report, transition report on Form 10-K, Form 20-F, Form 11-K, Form N-SAR or Form N-CSR, or portion thereof, will be filed on or before the fifteenth calendar day following the prescribed due date; or the subject quarterly report or transition report on Form 10-Q or subject distribution report on Form 10-D, or portion thereof, will be filed on or before the fifth calendar day following the prescribed due date; and
   
  (c) The accountant’s statement or other exhibit required by Rule 12b-25(c) has been attached if applicable.

 

PART III — NARRATIVE

 

State below in reasonable detail the reasons why Forms 10-K, 20-F, 11-K, 10-Q, 10-D, N-SAR, N-CSR, or the transition report or portion thereof, could not be filed within the prescribed time period.

 

The filing by Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. (the “Company”) of the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 (the “Quarterly Report”) will be delayed due to the additional time that is required to obtain and compile certain information required to be included in the Quarterly Report, which delay could not be eliminated by the Company without unreasonable effort and expense. The Company expects to file the Quarterly Report no later than May 20, 2026.

 

PART IV — OTHER INFORMATION

 

(1) Name and telephone number of person to contact in regard to this notification

 

Christopher Clower   (561)   225-3205
(Name)   (Area Code)   (Telephone Number)

 

(2) Have all other periodic reports required under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 30 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 during the preceding 12 months or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such report(s) been filed? If answer is no, identify report(s).
  Yes No
   
(3) Is it anticipated that any significant change in results of operations from the corresponding period for the last fiscal year will be reflected by the earnings statements to be included in the subject report or portion thereof?
  Yes No
   
 

If so, attach an explanation of the anticipated change, both narratively and quantitatively, and, if appropriate, state the reasons why a reasonable estimate of the results cannot be made.

 

The Company anticipates that there will be a significant change in its results of operations for the three months ended March 31, 2026, as compared to the three months ended March 31, 2025, as a result of the business combination (the “Business Combination”) completed by the Company on January 5, 2026, pursuant to which Welsbach Technology Metals Acquisition Corp.’s (“WTMA”) wholly owned subsidiary merged (the “Merger”) with and into Evolution Metals LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“EM”), with EM surviving the Merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of WTMA. In connection with the closing of the Business Combination, WTMA changed its name to Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. As part of the Business Combination and prior to the consummation of the Merger, EM completed the acquisition of (i) Handa Lab Co., Ltd., (ii) KCM Industry Co., Ltd., (iii) KMMI INC., and (iv) NS World Co., Ltd., each a corporation organized under the laws of the Republic of Korea. The Company expects to account for the Business Combination as a reverse recapitalization in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”), with EM treated as the accounting acquirer. The Quarterly Report will reflect the completion the Business Combination and the financial statements will reflect the consolidated operations of the Company, EM and its subsidiaries, and as a result, the Company anticipates significant changes in its results of operations for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, as will be reflected in the Form 10-Q. However, until the review is complete and the results are evaluated by the Company’s management and its independent registered public accounting firm, the Company cannot currently quantify these changes to its preliminary results of operations or financial condition for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.

 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

 

This Form 12b-25 includes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements about the timing of the filing of the Form 10-Q and the Registrant’s expected financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026 and 2025. Although the Registrant believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions, beliefs and expectations, there can be no assurance that its expectations will be achieved. Except as otherwise may be required by law, the Registrant undertakes no obligation to update or publicly release any revisions to forward-looking statements to reflect events, circumstances, or changes in expectations after the date of this Form 12b-25.

 

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Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp.

(Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

 

has caused this notification to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Date: May 15, 2026 By: /s/ Christopher Clower
  Name:  Christopher Clower
  Title: Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer

 

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FAQ

What did Evolution Metals & Technologies Corp. file with the SEC (EMAT)?

The company filed a Form 12b-25 notifying the SEC of a delayed Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. It cites additional time needed to compile required information after a recent business combination.

When does EMAT expect to file the delayed Form 10-Q?

The company expects to file the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q no later than May 20, 2026. That date is provided as the target for completing management and auditor review.

Why will EMAT's results change materially for Q1 2026?

The filing states a significant change will result from the business combination completed on January 5, 2026, which consolidated Evolution Metals LLC and other acquired entities into the company and will be reflected in the consolidated financials.

How will the business combination be accounted for in EMAT's filings?

The company expects to account for the transaction as a reverse recapitalization under U.S. GAAP, with Evolution Metals LLC treated as the accounting acquirer; related accounting entries will appear in the Form 10-Q disclosures.

Will EMAT quantify the anticipated changes to results in the 12b-25?

No. The company states it cannot currently quantify changes to preliminary results until management and its independent registered public accounting firm complete their review and evaluation.