Daily SPAC Update – May 7, 2026

by | May 7, 2026

SPAC IPO Update

SPAC IPO Count

Monthly IPOs (last 13 months)
Latest: 4Prior: 16MoM: -12
22
May ’25
10
Jun ’25
13
Jul ’25
8
Aug ’25
14
Sep ’25
14
Oct ’25
10
Nov ’25
22
Dec ’25
24
Jan ’26
27Peak
Feb ’26
11
Mar ’26
16
Apr ’26
4
May ’26
Source: Boardroom Alpha
IPO Activity Snapshot1 SPAC IPO today raising $100M · SAGU ($100M)
Month-to-date: 4 IPOs ($700M) vs. first 7 days of last month 2 ($350M) · 12-mo avg: 15.9/mo
 
SPAC IPO: Shreya Acquisition Group (SAGU)
Ticker: SAGU
Size: $100 Million
Sponsor: Shreya Acquisition Group

Shreya Acquisition Group has launched its $100 million IPO, marking its entry onto the SPAC stage. This new vehicle targets promising opportunities in the technology and healthcare sectors, leveraging the sponsor’s extensive network and expertise. The IPO is a strategic move to capitalize on burgeoning markets with significant growth potential.

Strategy: The SPAC aims to focus on tech-driven healthcare solutions, digital health platforms, and innovative medical technologies. The emphasis on these sectors aligns with global trends towards digital transformation and increased healthcare demand.

Leadership Team:

  • Shreya Patel (Chairwoman & CEO): A seasoned entrepreneur with a track record in tech startups and healthcare innovations. Patel’s leadership is expected to drive the SPAC’s strategic vision.
  • Raj Mehta (CFO): With a robust background in financial management and SPAC operations, Mehta plays a crucial role in steering the financial strategy of the group.

Structure: 10 million units at $10.00 each. Each unit consists of one share and one-half (1/2) of one warrant, providing investors with a balanced risk-reward profile. The offering is underwritten by top-tier investment banks, ensuring strong market confidence.

 
New SPAC IPOs
Date Ticker Issuer IPO Size
May 07 SAGU Shreya Acquisition Group $100M
May 06 VECA Vernal Capital Acquisition Corp. $100M
May 01 MTNE CH4 NATURAL SOLUTIONS CORP $300M
May 01 QLEP QUANTUM LEAP ACQUISITION CORP $200M
Apr 30 ARBC ARC GROUP ACQUISITION I CORP $105M  $16M overallotment
Apr 30 FTHA FOREFRONT TECH HOLDINGS ACQUISITION CORP $100M
Apr 30 GCGR GENERAL CATALYST GLOBAL RESILIENCE MERGER CORP $350M
Apr 30 MCAH MOUNTAIN CREST ACQUISITION 6 CORP $60M
Apr 30 RREV RRE VENTURES ACQUISITION CORP $250M
Apr 30 WENC WEST ENCLAVE MERGER CORP $100M
Apr 29 CAII COLLECTIVE ACQUISITION CORP II $220M
Apr 28 CXII CHURCHILL CAPITAL CORP XII $360M  $54M overallotment
Apr 28 IACQ IRENIC ACQUISITION CORP $220M
Apr 28 PLUN PLUTONIAN ACQUISITION CORP II $100M
Source: Boardroom Alpha
 

Daily SPAC Update

SPAC VOTE RESULTS
LEGATO MERGER CORP III (LEGT) * Extend to Aug 08, 2026 * 3,233,391 redeemed * $35,696,637 removed * trust $11.04

SPAC DEALS ANNOUNCED
May 05 | Drugs Made In America Acquisition Corp (DMAA) + Power Analytics Global Corp

ABOUT Power Analytics Global Corp
The company specializes in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and quantum-resistant data solutions, holding proprietary technologies like Quantum Safe “Power Pulse”.

MERGER VOTES
Gigcapital7 Corp (GIG) + Hadron Energy
Hadron is a pioneer in MMR technology. Designed to deliver 10 MW of power, Hadron’s MMR will be smaller, more cost-effective, and faster to deploy than other proposed MMR power solutions. The revolutionary design of Hadron’s MMR allows its reactor core and containment shell to be transportable in a shipping container, providing a versatile deployment model for end users. Whether powering an artificial intelligence data center, remote community, or an industrial hub, Hadron’s MMR is expected to provide a reliable, safe and scalable nuclear energy solution.

SPAC DEAL & EXTENSION VOTES SET
Cartesian Growth Corp Iii (CGCT) * DEAL VOTE SET: May 27, 2026 * trust $10.39

EXTENSION VOTES
SIM ACQUISITION CORP I (SIMA) * vote May 7, 2026 -> extend from July 11, 2026 to July 12, 2027
AQUARON ACQUISITION CORP (AQU) * vote May 7, 2026 -> extend from May 6, 2026 to May 6, 2027

SPAC EXTENSIONS
LEGATO MERGER CORP III (LEGT) * Extension FilingShareholders approved a three-month extension for Legato’s merger with Einride; extension funds deposited and redemptions reduce public float.
AIMEI HEALTH TECHNOLOGY CO LTD (AFJK) * Extension FilingAimei Health extends SPAC deadline to June 6, 2026 via extension payment and promissory note; note may convert to units.
AIMFINITY INVESTMENT CORP I (AIMAU) * Extension FilingSponsor extended the SPAC deadline to May 28, 2026 via two $500 monthly extensions. It also issued a convertible promissory note for up to $2,000, with $1,000 drawn, convertible into PubCo shares on closing.
EUREKA ACQUISITION CORP (EURK) * Extension FilingEureka extends its business combination deadline to June 3, 2026, funded by a $150,000 extension fee from Marine Thinking.

SPAC DEAL TERMINATIONS (Last 10 Days)
2026-05-03: FSHP + Great Future Technology Inc
2026-04-30: ESHA + The Original Fit Factory, Ltd.

SEPARATE WARRANTS/RIGHTS
May 11: BLUE WATER ACQUISITION CORP IV (BWIV)
May 07: QUASAREDGE ACQUISITION CORP (QRED)
May 05: PONO CAPITAL FOUR INC (PONO)

OTHER SPAC NEWS
FUTURE VISION II ACQUISITION CORP (FVN) * Listing Rule NoticeNasdaq notified Future Vision II Acquisition of public-holders deficiency; plans to regain compliance by June 22, 2026.
HENNESSY CAPITAL INVESTMENT CORP VII (HVII) * Media TranscriptHVII to merge with ONE Nuclear; focus on gas-to-nuclear behind-the-meter power across multiple sites with near-term PPAs.
CANTOR EQUITY PARTNERS I INC (CEPO) * Media TranscriptBSTR outlines an actively managed Bitcoin treasury strategy within its Cantor-backed SPAC, aiming for Bitcoin per-share alpha.
GP-ACT III ACQUISITION CORP (GPAT) * Vote Adjourned

SPAC LIQUIDATIONS
ESH ACQUISITION CORP (ESHA) -> Liquidation on Apr 30

 

SPAC Executive & Director Moves

SPAC Executive & Director Moves
Company Ticker Moves
EVOLUTION GLOBAL ACQUISITION CORP EVOX
  • On May 5, 2026, Ashley Zumwalt-Forbes resigned as Chief Operating Officer and Director, while Michael Bloom was appointed as an independent director on May 6, 2026.  (view source)
QUANTUM LEAP ACQUISITION CORP QLEP.U
  • On May 4, 2026, Richard Jhang, Joel Leonoff, and David Novak were appointed to the board of directors of the Company and its Audit and Compensation Committees, with Mr. Jhang serving as chair for both committees.  (view source)
Source: SEC EDGAR filings via Boardroom Alpha
 

SPAC Movers

YESTERDAY’S TOP SPAC GAINERS
Company Ticker Change Price Stage
WILLOW LANE ACQUISITION CORP WLAC 9.3% $ 20.79 Announced
APARADISE ACQUISITION CORP APAD 4.2% $ 11.19 Announced
D BORAL ARC ACQUISITION I CORP BCAR 2.5% $ 10.71 Announced
ARCHIMEDES TECH SPAC PARTNERS II CO ATII 2.1% $ 10.83 Announced
AMERICAN EXCEPTIONALISM ACQUISITION CORP A AEXA 1.6% $ 11.36 Pre-Deal
 
YESTERDAY’S TOP SPAC LOSERS
Company Ticker Change Price Stage
GIGCAPITAL7 CORP GIG -15.9% $ 7.00 Announced
GENERAL PURPOSE ACQUISITION CORP GPAC -14.0% $ 9.94 Pre-Deal
STONEBRIDGE ACQUISITION II CORP APAC -7.3% $ 10.27 Pre-Deal
CANTOR EQUITY PARTNERS II INC CEPT -6.0% $ 11.66 Announced
JATT II ACQUISITION CORP TBD -3.8% $ 10.51 Pre-Deal
Source: Boardroom Alpha market data
 

Recent Analysis

Daily SPAC Update – May 6, 2026

Vernal Capital Acquisition Corp. (VECA) IPO’d today, raising $100 million. This brings the month-to-date total to 3 IPOs, totaling $600 million. Drugs Made in America inks $1B AI deal.

Daily SPAC Update – May 5, 2026

APARADISE ACQUISITION CORP (APAD) and WILLOW LANE ACQUISITION CORP (WLAC) both secured deal approvals today, with APAD reporting 19.6M shares redeemed. Additionally, FSHP terminated its merger with Great Future Technology Inc, marking one of the few deal terminations in recent weeks.

Impactive Capital Secures Full Three-Seat Slate at WEX

Impactive Capital has reached a cooperation agreement with WEX Inc., securing all three board seats it sought. The agreement follows a proxy contest and addresses WEX’s underperformance, trailing the S&P 500 by 24 points on a three-year CAGR basis.

Beretta Holding Gains Two Seats at Sturm Ruger After Proxy Fight

Sturm, Ruger & Co. Inc. (RGR) and Beretta Holding S.A. have reached a cooperation agreement granting Beretta the right to appoint two independent directors post-2026 Annual Meeting. This move follows Beretta’s campaign for boardroom change, highlighting governance and performance issues.

Daily SPAC Update – May 4, 2026

Blueport + SingAuto and Galaxyedge + Rongcheng Group Deals announced late Friday. Pono Capital Four separate trading. Gigcapital 7 non-redemption agreement.

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