SPAC IPO Update — October 21, 2026
No SPAC IPOs priced on October 21, 2026; October MTD now stands at 4 IPOs totaling $491M over 21 sessions.
SPAC IPO Count
$ totals include underwriter over-allotment.
| Date | Ticker | Issuer | IPO Size | Trust Funding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16 | TCXB | TCGX ACQUISITION CORP II | $100M | 100.0% |
| Oct 14 | FLSC | FRAZIER LIFE SCIENCES ACQUISITION CORP II | $75M | 100.0% |
Daily SPAC Update — October 21, 2026
SPAC VOTE RESULTS
STARRY SEA ACQUISITION CORP (SSEA) * Extend to November 7, 20273,895,270 redeemed
HEALTHCARE AI ACQUISITION CORP (HAIA) * Extend to October 14, 2027
ASPAC III ACQUISITION CORP (ASPC) * Extend to November 12, 20288,093 redeemed
SPAC DEALS ANNOUNCED
October 21 | Apex Tech Acquisition Inc (TRAD) + Korai Flix IncKorai Flix Inc is an interactive online entertainment platform headquartered in South Korea. It offers AI-powered interactive content experiences, including AI short dramas and AI companion avatars. The platform serves a growing user base across Asia, providing personalized and immersive entertainment experiences.
October 19 | Tcgx Acquisition Corp (TCGX) + TriGemX BioTriGemX Bio is a biotechnology company developing elismetrep, a potential first-in-class TRPM8 channel blocker aimed at treating migraines. The company’s research focuses on neural signaling pathways, particularly targeting the trigeminal ganglion, where TRPM8 is expressed. Elismetrep is currently undergoing Phase 3 trials for acute migraine treatment, with initial results expected in mid-2027.
SPAC EXTENSIONS
QUARTZSEA ACQUISITION CORP (QSEA) * Extension FilingQuartzsea Acquisition extended its deadline for a business combination by one month via a $100,000 trust deposit.
SEPARATE WARRANTS/RIGHTS
October 23: PINE TREE ACQUISITION CORP (PAXG)
OTHER SPAC NEWS
APEX TECH ACQUISITION INC (TRAD) * Merger Agreement
BOLD EAGLE ACQUISITION CORP (BEAG) * S-4 FiledBold Eagle and REDLattice filed a draft Form S-4 for their business combination, with a press release issued.
CHURCHILL CAPITAL CORP XI (CCXI) * Media TranscriptAgility discusses Digit 5 safety advances and business model amid Churchill XI merger talks. Highlights include safety features, service model, and demand signals.
SPAC Movers — October 21, 2026
| Company | Ticker | Change | Price | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RF ACQUISITION CORP II | RFAI | 4.6% | $ 31.88 | Announced |
| QUETTA ACQUISITION CORP | QETA | 3.1% | $ 11.55 | Announced |
| BLACK HAWK ACQUISITION CORP | BKHA | 2.7% | $ 4.14 | Announced |
| SILVERBOX CORP IV | SBXD | 2.6% | $ 11.39 | Announced |
| JATT III ACQUISITION CORP | JTTT | 1.7% | $ 10.35 | Pre-Deal |
| Company | Ticker | Change | Price | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCHIMEDES TECH SPAC PARTNERS II CO | ATII | -16.1% | $ 7.17 | Announced |
| RIBBON ACQUISITION CORP | RIBB | -3.2% | $ 6.00 | Announced |
| RESEARCH ALLIANCE CORP IV | RACD | -2.8% | $ 10.37 | Pre-Deal |
| AIMEI HEALTH TECHNOLOGY CO LTD | AFJK | -1.4% | $ 12.10 | Pre-Deal |
| CHURCHILL CAPITAL CORP XI | CCXI | -1.2% | $ 10.36 | Announced |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What did Apex Tech Acquisition announce on October 21, 2026?Apex Tech Acquisition Inc (TRAD) announced a merger with Korai Flix Inc, an interactive online entertainment platform headquartered in South Korea that offers AI short dramas and AI companion avatars.
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Which extension approval had the largest reported redemptions today?Starry Sea Acquisition Corp (SSEA) had 3,895,270 shares redeemed and extended its deadline to November 7, 2027. Its listed target is SuperiorMed Holdings Limited.
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Which other extension approvals were reported today?
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How many SPAC IPOs priced in October 2026 through October 21?4 SPAC IPOs priced for $491M through 21 sessions in October 2026, including over-allotment, compared with 3 IPOs for $538M over the same span last month.
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Did any new SPAC IPO price on October 21, 2026?No SPAC IPO priced on October 21, 2026. Month-to-date issuance was 4 IPOs for $491M through 21 sessions.