Mercator Acquisition director awarded 25,000 Class B shares

Accepted by SEC EDGAR 07/16/2026 - 06:39 PM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

James Patrick Nash, a director of Mercator Acquisition Corp., reported an “other” transaction in which Mercator Investor Holdings, LLC assigned him 25,000 Class B ordinary shares at $0.0030 per share under a securities purchase agreement tied to his board appointment. These Class B shares automatically convert into Class A on a one-for-one basis at the initial business combination, have no expiration, and are subject to forfeiture based on his board service.

Insider Trade Summary

Other: 25,000 shares

Other 1 txn

Insider Nash James Patrick

Role Director

Type	Security	Shares	Price	Value
Other	Class B Ordinary Shares F1, F2	25,000	$0.003	$75.00

Holdings After Transaction: Class B Ordinary Shares — 25,000 contracts (Direct)

Holdings Before and After: Class B Ordinary Shares, 0 to 25,000 contracts (Direct)

Footnotes (2)

1. F1. The Class B ordinary shares are automatically convertible into the shares of the Issuer's Class A ordinary shares at the time of the Issuer's initial business combination on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment pursuant to certain anti-dilution rights, and have no expiration date. The Class B ordinary shares are subject to forfeiture under certain circumstances relating to Mr. Nash's service on the Issuer's Board of Directors.
2. F2. As contemplated by the securities purchase agreement between Mercator Investor Holdings, LLC (the "Sponsor") and Mr. Nash, dated July 8, 2026, the Sponsor assigned 25,000 Class B ordinary shares to Mr. Nash in connection with Mr. Nash's appointment to the Issuer's Board of Directors.

Key Figures

Class B shares assigned: 25,000 shares Transaction price per share: $0.0030 per share Underlying Class A shares: 25,000 shares +1 more

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Class B shares assigned 25,000 shares Class B ordinary shares assigned to James Patrick Nash on July 8, 2026

Transaction price per share $0.0030 per share Price per Class B ordinary share in the July 8, 2026 assignment

Underlying Class A shares 25,000 shares Class A ordinary shares issuable upon one-for-one conversion of the Class B shares

Conversion ratio 1-for-1 Automatic conversion of Class B ordinary shares into Class A at initial business combination

Key Terms

Class B ordinary shares, initial business combination, anti-dilution rights, subject to forfeiture, +1 more

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Class B ordinary shares financial

"The Class B ordinary shares are automatically convertible into the shares..."

Class B ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company that typically come with different voting rights or privileges compared to other share classes. For investors, they represent a way to hold part of the company’s value and influence its decisions, often with fewer voting rights than Class A shares. Understanding these shares helps investors assess their level of control and potential returns within a company.

initial business combination financial

"into the shares of the Issuer's Class A ordinary shares at the time 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.

anti-dilution rights financial

"on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment pursuant to certain anti-dilution rights..."

subject to forfeiture financial

"The Class B ordinary shares are subject to forfeiture under certain circumstances..."

securities purchase agreement financial

"As contemplated by the securities purchase agreement between Mercator Investor Holdings, LLC..."

A securities purchase agreement is a written contract between a buyer and a seller outlining the terms for buying or selling financial assets such as stocks or bonds. It specifies details like the price, quantity, and conditions of the transaction, similar to a shopping list with agreed-upon terms. For investors, it provides clarity and legal protection when transferring ownership of these financial instruments.

FAQ

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What insider transaction did James Patrick Nash report for MRCOU?

James Patrick Nash reported an “other acquisition or disposition” involving 25,000 Class B ordinary shares. The shares were assigned to him by Mercator Investor Holdings, LLC under a securities purchase agreement in connection with his appointment to Mercator Acquisition Corp.’s board.

How many Mercator Acquisition Corp. Class B shares does Nash hold after this Form 4?

Following the reported transaction, James Patrick Nash holds 25,000 Class B ordinary shares directly. This entire amount reflects the shares assigned to him on July 8, 2026, and matches the total shares listed as beneficially owned after the transaction.

At what price were the MRCOU Class B shares assigned to James Patrick Nash?

The 25,000 Class B ordinary shares assigned to James Patrick Nash were priced at $0.0030 per share. This price is specified as the transaction price per share for the July 8, 2026 “other” transaction reported on the Form 4.

How do Nash’s Class B shares in Mercator Acquisition Corp. convert into Class A?

Nash’s Class B ordinary shares automatically convert into Class A ordinary shares on a one-for-one basis at the time of Mercator’s initial business combination. The conversion is subject to adjustment under certain anti-dilution rights and the Class B shares have no expiration date.

Are the MRCOU Class B shares reported by Nash subject to forfeiture?

Yes. The Class B ordinary shares held by James Patrick Nash are subject to forfeiture under certain circumstances relating to his service on Mercator Acquisition Corp.’s board of directors, as described in the footnotes to the reported transaction.

Was Nash’s MRCOU transaction an open-market buy or sell?

No. The transaction is coded “J” as an “other acquisition or disposition.” It reflects an assignment of 25,000 Class B ordinary shares from Mercator Investor Holdings, LLC to James Patrick Nash under a securities purchase agreement, rather than an open-market purchase or sale.

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SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Nash James Patrick

(Last) (First) (Middle)

C/O MERCATOR ACQUISITION CORP.

85 WASHINGTON STREET

(Street)

NORWALK CONNECTICUT 06854

(City) (State) (Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Mercator Acquisition Corp. [ MRCO ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director		10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)

2a. Foreign Trading Symbol

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
07/08/2026

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Class B Ordinary Shares	(1)	07/08/2026		J(2)		25,000		(1)	(1)	Class A Ordinary Shares	25,000	$0.003	25,000	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. The Class B ordinary shares are automatically convertible into the shares of the Issuer's Class A ordinary shares at the time of the Issuer's initial business combination on a one-for-one basis, subject to adjustment pursuant to certain anti-dilution rights, and have no expiration date. The Class B ordinary shares are subject to forfeiture under certain circumstances relating to Mr. Nash's service on the Issuer's Board of Directors.

2. As contemplated by the securities purchase agreement between Mercator Investor Holdings, LLC (the "Sponsor") and Mr. Nash, dated July 8, 2026, the Sponsor assigned 25,000 Class B ordinary shares to Mr. Nash in connection with Mr. Nash's appointment to the Issuer's Board of Directors.

	/s/ James P Nash, by Steven Bischoff with Power of Attorney	07/16/2026
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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