Willow Lane Acquisition (WLAC) sponsor reports 4,628,674 Class B founder shares
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
3/A
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Willow Lane Acquisition Corp. filed an amended Form 3 showing that Willow Lane Sponsor, LLC holds 4,628,674 Class B ordinary shares, reported as indirect ownership for B. Luke Weil. These Class B shares will automatically convert into the same number of Class A ordinary shares at the time of the company’s initial business combination, or earlier at the holder’s option, subject to adjustments.
The Class B holding includes up to 603,740 shares subject to forfeiture if the underwriters of the initial public offering do not fully exercise their over-allotment option. Weil is the managing member of the Sponsor and may be deemed a beneficial owner but disclaims beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest.
Positive
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Negative
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Insider Trade Summary
1 transaction reported
Mixed
1 txn
Insider
Weil B. Luke, Willow Lane Sponsor, LLC
Role
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| Type | Security | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| holding | Class B Ordinary Shares | -- | -- | -- |
Holdings After Transaction:
Class B Ordinary Shares — 4,628,674 shares (Indirect, See footnote)
Footnotes (1)
- As described in the registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-282495) of Willow Lane Acquisition Corp. (the "Issuer") under the heading "Description of Securities--Founder Shares," the shares of Class B ordinary shares will automatically convert into shares of Class A ordinary shares at the time of the Issuer's initial business combination, or at any time prior to the Issuer's initial business combination, at the option of the holder, on a one-for-one basis, subject to certain adjustments. These shares represent the Class B ordinary shares held by Willow Lane Sponsor, LLC (the "Sponsor") acquired pursuant to a subscription agreement by and between the Issuer and the Sponsor. The Class B ordinary shares include up to 603,740 shares that are subject to forfeiture in the event the underwriters of the Issuer's initial public offering do not exercise in full their over-allotment option as described in the Issuer's registration statement. There is one managing member of the Sponsor, B. Luke Weil, who holds voting and investment discretion with respect to the ordinary shares held of record by the Sponsor. As such, B. Luke Weil may be deemed to have beneficial ownership of the securities held of record by the Sponsor. B. Luke Weil disclaims any beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein. B. Luke Weil is the Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Willow Lane Acquisition Corp.
Key Figures
Sponsor Class B holdings: 4,628,674 shares
Underlying Class A shares: 4,628,674 shares
Forfeitable founder shares: 603,740 shares
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5 metrics
Sponsor Class B holdings
4,628,674 shares
Class B ordinary shares held indirectly via Willow Lane Sponsor, LLC
Underlying Class A shares
4,628,674 shares
Class A ordinary shares issuable upon conversion of Class B shares
Forfeitable founder shares
603,740 shares
Portion of Class B shares subject to forfeiture tied to IPO over-allotment
Exercise/Conversion price
$0.0000 per share
Stated exercise or conversion price for Class B into Class A shares
Holding entries
1 entry
Transaction summary shows a single holding entry, no buys or sells
Key Terms
Class B ordinary shares, Founder Shares, initial business combination, over-allotment option, +2 more
6 terms
initial business combination financial
"shares of Class B ordinary shares will automatically convert into shares of 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.
over-allotment option financial
"subject to forfeiture in the event the underwriters of the Issuer's initial public offering do not exercise in full their over-allotment option"
An over-allotment option is a special agreement that allows underwriters to sell more shares than initially planned if demand is high. Think of it like a retailer offering extra units of a popular product to meet additional customer interest. This option helps ensure the full sale is completed and can also give investors extra shares if they want more.
beneficial ownership financial
"B. Luke Weil may be deemed to have beneficial ownership of the securities held of record by the Sponsor"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
pecuniary interest financial
"B. Luke Weil disclaims any beneficial ownership except to the extent of his pecuniary interest therein"
FAQ
What insider holdings does Willow Lane Acquisition Corp. (WLAC) report in this Form 3/A?
The filing reports 4,628,674 Class B ordinary shares held by Willow Lane Sponsor, LLC as indirect ownership. These shares are founder shares that can convert into an equal number of Class A ordinary shares, giving a clear view of the sponsor’s equity position.
Does this Willow Lane Acquisition Corp. (WLAC) Form 3/A show any insider buying or selling?
The Form 3/A reflects a holding entry for Class B ordinary shares rather than a new purchase or sale. It updates disclosure of indirect ownership through Willow Lane Sponsor, LLC, providing structural information on insider holdings but not reporting open-market transactions.