Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF) outlines Gadfin deal, Nasdaq risk in extension vote
Israel Acquisitions Corp, a SPAC, is asking shareholders to approve changes that would extend the deadline to complete a business combination from January 18, 2026 to January 18, 2027. The board proposes up to 12 additional one‑month extensions, each funded by a sponsor deposit into the trust account in exchange for a non‑interest bearing promissory note. Public shareholders may redeem their Class A ordinary shares for cash at the extraordinary general meeting, subject to a minimum net tangible asset requirement of $5,000,001 and a 15% cap per shareholder group without company consent.
If the extension and related trust amendment are not approved and no deal is completed by the current termination date, the company will redeem 100% of public shares and liquidate, leaving the warrants worthless. The proxy also describes the pending Gadfin business combination agreement, with a revised company equity value of $180,000,000, and notes that Nasdaq has issued a deficiency notice because the company has not met the $50 million market‑value‑of‑listed‑securities requirement, which could ultimately lead to delisting if not cured.
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- None.
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- Nasdaq compliance risk: Israel Acquisitions received a deficiency notice for failing to meet the $50 million market‑value‑of‑listed‑securities requirement, creating a risk of delisting if compliance is not regained by November 24, 2025.
- Deal and going‑forward uncertainty: The SPAC needs shareholder approval to extend its deadline to January 18, 2027; if the proposals fail and no business combination closes by the current termination date, all public shares will be redeemed and the company will liquidate, leaving warrants worthless.
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Shareholders face a binary choice between giving the SPAC more time or forcing liquidation amid Nasdaq listing pressure.
The company is seeking shareholder approval to extend its deadline to complete a business combination from January 18, 2026 to January 18, 2027 through 12 monthly extensions. Each extension requires the sponsor or affiliates to deposit the lesser of $[•] or $[•] per public share into the trust account, recorded as a non‑interest bearing promissory note. Public shareholders can redeem their Class A shares for their pro rata trust value at the meeting, subject to the charter’s net tangible asset minimum of $5,000,001 and a 15% redemption cap per shareholder group without consent.
The proxy outlines a signed business combination agreement with Gadfin, with the company equity value revised to $180,000,000, and related amendments that, among other items, removed a requirement to liquidate immediately after the mergers and secured a waiver path for deferred underwriting fees via a $500,000 cash and 100,000‑share advisory fee to BTIG at $10.00 per share. At the same time, Nasdaq has notified the company that it no longer meets the $50 million market‑value‑of‑listed‑securities requirement, giving until November 24, 2025 to regain compliance or face potential delisting or a move to The Nasdaq Capital Market. The ultimate outcome depends on shareholder votes, redemption levels, completion of the Gadfin transaction, and whether the company can restore compliance with Nasdaq rules.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
12600 HILL COUNTRY BLVD, BUILDING R, SUITE 275
BEE CAVE, TX 78738
TO BE HELD ON JANUARY [•], 2026
Chief Executive Officer and Director
OF ISRAEL ACQUISITIONS CORP
TO BE HELD ON JANUARY [•], 2026
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CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT THE EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING
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EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING OF ISRAEL ACQUISITIONS
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Date, Time and Place of Extraordinary General Meeting
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Proposals at the Extraordinary General Meeting
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Voting Power; Record Date
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Recommendation of the Board
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Quorum and Required Vote for Proposals for the Extraordinary General Meeting
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Voting Your Shares — Shareholders of Record
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Voting Your Shares — Beneficial Owners
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Attending the Extraordinary General Meeting
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Revoking Your Proxy
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No Additional Matters
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Who Can Answer Your Questions about Voting
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Redemption Rights
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Appraisal Rights
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Proxy Solicitation Costs
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Interests of the Initial Shareholders
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PROPOSAL NO. 1 — THE EXTENSION AMENDMENT PROPOSAL
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Overview
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Reasons for the Extension Amendment Proposal
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If the Extension Amendment Proposal is Not Approved
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If the Extension Amendment Proposal is Approved
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Redemption Rights
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Material U.S. Federal Income Tax Considerations for Shareholders Exercising Redemption
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Vote Required for Approval
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Full Text of Resolution
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Recommendation of the Board
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PROPOSAL NO. 2 — THE TRUST AGREEMENT AMENDMENT PROPOSAL
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Overview
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Consequences if the Trust Agreement Amendment Proposal is Not Approved
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Vote Required for Approval
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Full Text of Resolution
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Recommendation of the Board
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PROPOSAL NO. 3 — THE ADJOURNMENT PROPOSAL
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Overview
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Consequences if the Adjournment Proposal is Not Approved
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Vote Required for Approval
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Full Text of Resolution
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Recommendation of the Board
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RISK FACTORS
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BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP OF SECURITIES
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HOUSEHOLDING INFORMATION
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WHERE YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION
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ANNEX A
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ANNEX B
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12600 Hill Country Blvd, Building R, Suite 275
Bee Cave, Texas 78738
(800) 508-1531
333 Ludlow Street, 5th Floor, South Tower
Stamford CT 06902
Tel: Toll-Free (800) 662-5200 or (203) 658-9400
Email: ISRL@investor.sodali.com
48 Wall Street, Floor 23
New York, NY 10005
Attn: SPAC Support
Email: SPACSUPPORT@equiniti.com
“FOR” EACH OF THESE PROPOSALS
“FOR” THE EXTENSION AMENDMENT PROPOSAL.
“FOR” THE APPROVAL OF THE TRUST AGREEMENT AMENDMENT PROPOSAL.
“FOR” THE APPROVAL OF THE ADJOURNMENT PROPOSAL.
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Class A Ordinary Shares
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Class B Ordinary Shares
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Approximate
Percentage of Outstanding Ordinary Shares |
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Name and Address of Beneficial Owner(1)
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Number of
Shares Beneficially Owned |
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Approximate
Percentage of Class |
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Number of
Shares Beneficially Owned(2) |
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Approximate
Percentage of Class |
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| Directors and Named Executive Officers | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Ziv Elul(3)
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Sharon Barzik Cohen(3)
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Izhar Shay(3)
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Candice Beaumont(3)
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Peter Cohen(3)
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Roy Zisapel(3)
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Daniel S. Recanati(3)
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All officers and directors as a group (7 individuals)
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| 5% or Greater Shareholders | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Israel Acquisitions Sponsor LLC(4)
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| | | | 637,500 | | | | | | 40.9% | | | | | | 4,696,167 | | | | | | 98.0% | | | | | | 84.0% | | |
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Charles Ecalle(4)
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| | | | 637,500 | | | | | | 40.9% | | | | | | 4,696,167 | | | | | | 98.0% | | | | | | 84.0% | | |
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Alexander Greystoke(4)
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HGC Investment Management Inc.(5)
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Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.(6)
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Nine Masts Capital Limited(7)
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12600 Hill Country Blvd, Building R, Suite 275
Bee Cave, Texas 78738
(800) 508-1531
12600 Hill Country Blvd, Building R, Suite 275
Bee Cave, Texas 78738
(800) 508-1531
333 Ludlow Street, 5th Floor, South Tower
Stamford CT 06902
Tel: Toll-Free (800) 662-5200 or (203) 658-9400
Email: ISRL@investor.sodali.com
CAYMAN ISLANDS
COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES
& ARTICLES
OF ASSOCIATION OF
ISRAEL ACQUISITIONS CORP
69 Dr. Roy’s Drive
P.O. Box 2510
George Town
Grand Cayman
KY1-1104
CAYMAN ISLANDS
COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES
ISRAEL ACQUISITIONS CORP
(the “Company”)
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TABLE A
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INTERPRETATION
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COMMENCEMENT OF BUSINESS
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REGISTERED OFFICE
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REGISTER OF MEMBERS
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SHARE CERTIFICATES
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ISSUE OF SHARES
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COMMISSION ON SALE OF SHARES
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TRANSFER OF SHARES
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TRANSMISSION OF SHARES
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REDEMPTION AND PURCHASE OF OWN SHARES
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TREASURY SHARES
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VARIATION OF RIGHTS ATTACHING TO SHARES
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FRACTIONAL SHARES
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LIEN ON SHARES
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CALLS ON SHARES
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FORFEITURE OF SHARES
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ALTERATION OF CAPITAL
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CLOSING REGISTER OF MEMBERS OR FIXING RECORD DATE
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GENERAL MEETINGS OF MEMBERS
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NOTICE OF GENERAL MEETINGS
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PROCEEDINGS AT GENERAL MEETINGS
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VOTES OF MEMBERS
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MEMBERS’ PROXIES
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COMPANIES ACTING BY REPRESENTATIVES AT MEETINGS
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APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTORS
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ALTERNATE DIRECTORS
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POWERS AND DUTIES OF DIRECTORS
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BORROWING POWERS OF DIRECTORS
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APPOINTMENT OF OFFICERS
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COMMITTEES OF DIRECTORS
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PROCEEDINGS OF DIRECTORS
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DISQUALIFICATION OF DIRECTORS
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DIVIDENDS
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FINANCIAL YEAR
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ACCOUNTS AND AUDIT
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CAPITALIZATION OF PROFITS
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SHARE PREMIUM ACCOUNT
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INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS
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NOTICES
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THE SEAL
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INDEMNITY
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WINDING UP
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AMENDMENT OF MEMORANDUM OF ASSOCIATION
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AMENDMENT OF ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION
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REGISTRATION BY WAY OF CONTINUATION
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NON-RECOGNITION OF TRUSTS
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MERGERS AND CONSOLIDATION
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DISCLOSURE
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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
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AUTOMATIC EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION
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COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES FIFTH AMENDED AND
RESTATED ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION
(the “Company”)
TO THE
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT TRUST AGREEMENT
OF
ISRAEL ACQUISITIONS CORP
TO THE
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT TRUST AGREEMENT
| | | | | EQUINITI TRUST COMPANY, LLC, as Trustee | | |||
| | | | | By: | | | | |
| | | | | Name: Carlos Pinto | | |||
| | | | | Title: Senior Vice President, Director | | |||
| | | | | ISRAEL ACQUISITIONS CORP | | |||
| | | | | By: | | | | |
| | | | | Name: Ziv Elul | | |||
| | | | | Title: Chief Executive Officer and Director | | |||
FAQ
What is Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF) asking shareholders to approve at the extraordinary general meeting?
Shareholders are being asked to approve three items: an Extension Amendment to move the business combination deadline from January 18, 2026 to January 18, 2027 via up to 12 one‑month extensions, a Trust Agreement Amendment allowing matching monthly extensions funded by deposits into the trust account, and an Adjournment Proposal permitting the meeting to be postponed if more time is needed to gather votes.
How will the proposed extension for Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF) work in practice?
If the Extension Amendment is approved, the board, at the sponsor’s request, may use up to 12 additional one‑month extensions. For each month, the sponsor or its affiliates must deposit into the trust account the lesser of $[•] or $[•] per public share multiplied by the number of public shares then outstanding. In return, the sponsor receives a non‑interest bearing, unsecured promissory note, which is only repayable if a business combination is completed and there are funds available outside the trust account.
What happens to Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF) if the extension proposals are not approved?
If the Extension Amendment Proposal and Trust Agreement Amendment Proposal are not approved and no business combination is completed by the current termination date (subject to any existing extensions), the company will stop operations except for winding up, redeem 100% of the public shares for the funds in the trust account (less up to $100,000 for dissolution expenses), and then dissolve and liquidate. In that scenario, public shareholders lose any further upside and the warrants expire worthless.
What are the redemption rights for Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF) public shareholders in this meeting?
Holders of public Class A ordinary shares may elect to redeem some or all of their shares for a pro rata portion of the cash held in the trust account, including interest not previously released to pay taxes. To redeem, shareholders must submit a written request with beneficial owner details and deliver their shares to the transfer agent by 5 p.m. Eastern Time two business days before the scheduled meeting date. Redemptions are limited so net tangible assets remain at least $5,000,001 and are capped at 15% of public shares per shareholder group without company consent.
What is the status of Israel Acquisitions Corp’s (ISLUF) proposed business combination with Gadfin?
The company entered into a business combination agreement with Gadfin on January 26, 2025, involving a new holding company (NewPubco) and two merger subsidiaries to complete a series of mergers. A subsequent amendment on July 2, 2025 revised the company equity value to $180,000,000, removed an immediate post‑merger liquidation requirement, eliminated certain financing thresholds, clarified maximum dilution, and added a termination right for Gadfin if a full cash waiver of deferred underwriting fees was not obtained within 30 days.
What is the advisory agreement with BTIG mentioned in the Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF) proxy?
On October 14, 2025, Israel Acquisitions entered into an Advisory Agreement with BTIG. BTIG will provide strategic and capital markets advisory services for the company’s activities, including the Gadfin transaction, but will not act as a financial advisor or participate in securities offerings. As compensation, BTIG is entitled to an advisory fee of $500,000 in cash from the trust account and 100,000 Class A ordinary shares (to be exchanged for 100,000 NewPubco shares at $10.00 per share) upon closing of the business combination, in exchange for waiving its deferred underwriting commission.
What does the Nasdaq market value of listed securities deficiency mean for Israel Acquisitions Corp (ISLUF)?
On May 28, 2025, the company received a Nasdaq notice that its market value of listed securities had been below the required $50 million for 30 consecutive business days, putting it out of compliance with Listing Rule 5450(b)(2)(A). Israel Acquisitions has 180 calendar days (until November 24, 2025) to regain compliance by maintaining at least $50 million in market value for a minimum of 10 consecutive business days. Failure to do so could result in delisting from The Nasdaq Global Market, though a transfer to The Nasdaq Capital Market is possible if those listing standards are met.