Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF) extends merger deadline to Feb. 3, 2026

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Valuence Merger Corp. I reported that its board of directors approved another one-month extension of the deadline to complete an initial business combination. The deadline moved from January 3, 2026 to February 3, 2026, representing the eighteenth of up to nineteen one-month extensions available to the company.

In connection with this extension, the company deposited an additional $28,011 into its trust account. Under its Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association, as amended, the company may continue to extend the deadline on a monthly basis, by board resolution, up to March 3, 2026.

8-K Event Classification

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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): January 3, 2026

Valuence Merger Corp. I

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Cayman Islands		001-41304		00-0000000N/A
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification No.)

4 Orinda Way, Suite 100D

Orinda, CA 94563

(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (415) 340-0222

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

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Item 8.01. Other Events

On January 3, 2026, the board of directors (the “Board”) of Valuence Merger Corp. I (the “Company”) approved an extension of the date by which the Company has to consummate an initial business combination by an additional month, from January 3, 2026 to February 3, 2026, the eighteenth of 19 potential one-month extensions available to the Company. In connection with such extension, the Company caused to be deposited an additional $28,011 into the Company’s trust account. As previously disclosed, the Company’s Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association, as amended, provides the Company the right to extend such date, monthly, to up to March 3, 2026, by resolution of the Board.

SIGNATURE

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.

	VALUENCE MERGER CORP. I
	By:	/s/ Sungwoo (Andrew) Hyung
	Name:	Sungwoo (Andrew) Hyung
	Title:	Chief Financial Officer and Director
Dated: January 5, 2026

FAQ

What did Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF) announce about its business combination deadline?

Valuence Merger Corp. I announced that its board approved an extension of the deadline to complete an initial business combination from January 3, 2026 to February 3, 2026. This is the eighteenth of up to nineteen one-month extensions the company is permitted to use.

How much money did Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF) add to its trust account for this extension?

In connection with the new one-month extension, Valuence Merger Corp. I deposited an additional $28,011 into its trust account.

How many potential extensions does Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF) have and which one is this?

The company has up to 19 potential one-month extensions available. The newly approved extension to February 3, 2026 is described as the eighteenth of these potential extensions.

Until what date can Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF) extend its business combination deadline?

Under its Amended and Restated Memorandum and Articles of Association, as amended, Valuence Merger Corp. I may extend the date to complete an initial business combination on a monthly basis, by board resolution, up to March 3, 2026.

Who authorized the latest extension at Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF)?

The latest one-month extension was approved by the board of directors of Valuence Merger Corp. I through a board resolution.

Who signed the report for Valuence Merger Corp. I (VMCAF)?

The report was signed on behalf of Valuence Merger Corp. I by Sungwoo (Andrew) Hyung, who serves as Chief Financial Officer and Director.