Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis
ITEM
2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
References
to the “Company,” “our,” “us” or “we” refer to AlphaVest Acquisition Corp. The following
discussion and analysis of the Company’s financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with the unaudited
financial statements and the notes related thereto. Certain information contained in the discussion and analysis set forth below includes
forward-looking statements. Our actual results may differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a
result of many factors.
Overview
We
were incorporated in the Cayman Islands on January 14, 2022 for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition,
stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. While we intend to focus our search on businesses
in Asia, we are not limited to a particular industry or geographic region for purposes of consummating an initial business combination.
We have not selected any specific business combination target and we have not, nor has anyone on our behalf, initiated any substantive
discussions, directly or indirectly, with any business combination target. We intend to effectuate our initial business combination using
cash from the proceeds of this offering and the private placement of the private units, the proceeds of the sale of our securities in
connection with our initial business combination, our shares, debt or a combination of cash, stock and debt.
We
expect to continue to incur significant costs in the pursuit of our acquisition plans. We cannot assure you that our plans to complete
a Business Combination will be successful.
Results
of Operations
We
have neither engaged in any operations nor generated any revenues to date. Our only activities since inception through June 30, 2024
were organizational activities, those necessary to prepare for the IPO described below and identifying
a target company for our initial Business Combination. We do not expect to generate any operating revenues until after the completion
of our initial Business Combination. We expect to generate non-operating income in the form of interest income on marketable securities
held after the IPO. We expect that we will incur increased expenses as a result of being a public company (for legal, financial reporting,
accounting and auditing compliance), as well as for due diligence expenses in connection with searching for, and completing, a Business
Combination.
For
three months ended June 30, 2024, we had a net income of $382,746, which consists of interest earned on marketable securities held in
Trust Account and bank interest income of $530,143, offset by formation and operating costs of $147,397.
For
six months ended June 30, 2024, we had a net income of $731,987, which consists of interest earned on marketable securities held in Trust
Account and bank interest income of $1,208,626, offset by formation and operating costs of $384,323 and unrealized loss on the investment
of $92,316.
For
three months ended June 30, 2023, we had a net income of $704,555, which consists of interest earned on marketable securities held in
Trust Account and bank interest income of $834,742, offset by formation and operating costs of $130,187.
For
six months ended June 30, 2023, we had a net income of $1,349,454, which consists of interest earned on marketable securities held in
Trust Account and bank interest income of $1,637,827, offset by formation and operating costs of $288,373.
Liquidity,
Capital Resources, and Going Concern
On
December 22, 2022, we consummated the Initial Public Offering of 6,000,000 Units and, with respect to the ordinary shares included in
the Units sold, the Public Shares at $10.00 per Unit, generating gross proceeds of $60,000,000. Simultaneously with the closing of the
Initial Public Offering, we consummated the sale of 390,000 Private Units at a price of $10.00 per Private Unit in a private placement
to the Sponsor and EBC (365,000 private units to Sponsor and 25,000 private units to EBC), generating gross proceeds of $3,900,000.
On
December 29, 2022, EBC fully exercised their over-allotment option, resulting in an additional 900,000 Units issued for an aggregate
amount of $9,000,000. In connection with the EBC’s full exercise of their over-allotment option, the Company also consummated the
sale of an additional 40,500 Private Units at $10.00 per Private Unit, generating total proceeds of $405,000.
Following
the full exercise of over-allotment option, and the sale of the Private Units, an amount of $70,380,000 ($10.20 per Unit) was placed
in the trust account. The funds held in the Trust Account may be invested in U.S. government securities with a maturity of 185 days or
less or in any open-ended investment company that holds itself out as a money market fund selected by us. We intend to use substantially
all of the funds held in the trust account, including any amounts representing interest earned on the trust account, to complete our
initial business combination. To the extent that our capital stock or debt is used, in whole or in part, as consideration to complete
our initial business combination, the remaining proceeds held in the trust account will be used as working capital to finance the operations
of the target business or businesses, make other acquisitions and pursue our growth strategies.
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As
of June 30, 2024, we had marketable securities held in the trust account of $51,996,909 (including $4,734,845 of interest income
as of June 30, 2024) consisting of U.S. Treasury Bills with a maturity of 185 days or less. Interest income on the balance in the trust
account may be used by us to pay taxes. Through June 30, 2024, we have not withdrawn any interest earned from the trust account.
As
of June 30, 2024, we had cash of $13,793 and a working capital deficit of $874,140. On May 2, 2024, we issued a
promissory note to a potential target in the aggregate principal amount of $126,000, to be used, in part, for operating costs.
In
order to fund working capital deficiencies or finance transaction costs in connection with an intended initial business combination,
our Sponsor or an affiliate of our Sponsor or certain of our officers and directors may, but are not obligated to, loan us funds on a
non-interest bearing basis as may be required. If we complete our initial business combination, we would repay such loaned amounts. In
the event that our initial business combination does not close, we may use a portion of the working capital held outside the trust account
to repay such loaned amounts but no proceeds from our trust account would be used for such repayment. Other than as described above,
the terms of such loans by our officers and directors, if any, have not been determined and no written agreements exist with respect
to such loans. We do not expect to seek loans from parties other than our Sponsor or an affiliate of our Sponsor as we do not believe
third parties will be willing to loan such funds and provide a waiver against any and all rights to seek access to funds in our trust
account.
If
our estimates of the costs of identifying a target business, undertaking in-depth due diligence and negotiating an initial business combination
are less than the actual amount necessary to do so, we may have insufficient funds available to operate our business prior to our initial
business combination. Moreover, we may need to obtain additional financing either to complete our initial business combination or because
we become obligated to redeem a significant number of our Public Shares upon completion of our initial business combination, in which
case we may issue additional securities or incur debt in connection with such business combination. In addition, we are targeting businesses
larger than we could acquire with the net proceeds of the IPO and the sale of the Private Units, and may as a result be required to seek
additional financing to complete such proposed initial business combination. Subject to compliance with applicable securities laws, we
would only complete such financing simultaneously with the completion of our initial business combination. If we are unable to complete
our initial business combination because we do not have sufficient funds available to us, we will be forced to cease operations and liquidate
the trust account. In addition, following our initial business combination, if cash on hand is insufficient, we may need to obtain additional
financing in order to meet our obligations.
There
is no assurance that our plans to consummate a business combination will be successful within the combination period. As a result, there
is substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial
statements are issued or are available to be issued.
In
connection with the Company’s assessment of going concern considerations in accordance with Accounting Standards Update
(“ASU”) 2014-15, “Disclosures of Uncertainties about an Entity’s Ability to Continue as a Going
Concern,” management believes that the Company will not have sufficient working capital to meet its needs through the
earlier of the consummation of the initial Business Combination or one year from the issuance date of this financial statements.
There is no assurance that the Company’s plan to consummate a business combination will be successful. As a result, there is
substantial doubt about the entity’s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial
statements are issued or are available to be issued. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from
the outcome of the uncertainty.
Off-Balance
Sheet Financing Arrangements
We
have no obligations, assets or liabilities, which would be considered off-balance sheet arrangements as of June 30, 2024. We do not participate
in transactions that create relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, often referred to as variable interest
entities, which would have been established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements. We have not entered into
any off-balance sheet financing arrangements, established any special purpose entities, guaranteed any debt or commitments of other entities,
or purchased any non-financial assets.
Related
Party Transactions
On
February 7, 2022, the sponsor received 1,725,000 of the Company’s ordinary shares in exchange for $25,000 paid for deferred offering
costs borne by the founder. Up to 225,000 of such founder shares are subject to forfeiture to the extent that EBC’s over-allotment
is not exercised in full. As a result of EBC’s election to fully exercise their over-allotment option on December 29, 2022, no
founder shares are currently subject to forfeiture.
On
June 3, 2022, the Company entered into an unsecured promissory note with AlphaVest Holding LP (the “Promissory Note”), pursuant
to which the Company could borrow up to an aggregate of $150,000 to cover expenses related to the IPO. On April 11, 2024, the
Company amended and restated the Promissory Note with AlphaVest Holding LP to extend the maturity date to the earlier of : (i) September
12, 2024 or (ii) promptly after the date of the consummation of the business combination. As of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023,
$0 was outstanding.
On
April 18, 2023, AlphaVest Holding LP, one of our sponsors, transferred an aggregate of 1,035,000 founder shares to Peace Capital Limited,
our other sponsor.
The
Sponsors have agreed, subject to limited exceptions, not to transfer, assign or sell any of the Founder Shares until the earlier to occur
of: (A) six months after the completion of the initial Business Combination and (B) the date on which we complete a liquidation, merger,
share exchange, reorganization or other similar transaction after our initial business combination that results in all of our public
shareholders having the right to exchange their ordinary shares for cash, securities or other property.
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On
December 21, 2023, the Company issued a promissory note to Alphavest Holding LP, one of the Sponsors, pursuant to which the Company could
borrow an aggregate of $165,000 (the “Extension Note”) to cover expenses in connection with the extension of Business Combination
Period. The Extension Note is unsecured, interest-free and payable on the earlier of: (i) March 22, 2024 or (ii) promptly after the date
on which the Company consummates a Business Combination (such earlier date, the “Maturity Date”). Principal of this Extension
Note may be drawn down from time to time prior to the Maturity Date upon written request from the Company. On April 15, 2024, we amended
and restated the Extension Note to increase the principal amount to $715,000 and extend the maturity date to the earlier of: (i) September
12, 2024 or (ii) promptly after the date of the consummation of the business combination. As of June 30, 2024, $220,000 were outstanding.
On
March 12, 2024, the Company issued a promissory note to TenX Global Capital LP (the “Promissory Note 1”), pursuant to which
the Company could borrow up to an aggregate of $400,000. The entire unpaid principal balance of this Note shall be payable on the earlier
of: (i) September 12, 2024 (six (6) months from the issuing of this Note) or (ii) promptly after the date on which Maker consummates
an initial business combination (a “Business Combination”) (such earlier date, the “Maturity Date”) (as described
in its initial public offering prospectus dated December 19, 2022 (the “Prospectus”)). As of June 30, 2024, $91,532 were
outstanding.
As
of June 30, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the amounts due to related parties were $321,369 and $174,837, respectively, which is expected
to be settled upon the consummation of the business combination.
Other
Contractual Obligations
We
do not have any long-term debt, capital lease obligations, operating lease obligations or long-term liabilities reflected on our balance
sheet.
Registration
Rights
The
holders of the Founder Shares, EBC founder shares, Private Placement Units will be entitled to registration rights pursuant to a registration
rights agreement dated July 11, 2023 requiring the Company to register such securities for resale. Subject to certain limitations set
forth in such agreement, the holders of these securities will be entitled to make up to three demands, excluding short form registration
demands, that the Company register such securities. In addition, the holders have certain “piggy-back” registration rights
with respect to registration statements filed subsequent to completion of a Business Combination and rights to require the Company to
register for resale such securities pursuant to Rule 415 under the Securities Act. However, the registration rights agreement provides
that the Company will not be required to effect or permit any registration or cause any registration statement to become effective until
the securities covered thereby are released from their lock-up restrictions. The Company will bear the expenses incurred in connection
with the filing of any such registration statements.
Business
Combination Marketing Agreement
We
have engaged EBC as an advisor in connection with its Business Combination to assist in holding meetings with the Company stockholders
to discuss the potential Business Combination and the target business’ attributes, introduce the Company to potential investors
that are interested in purchasing its securities in connection with its initial Business Combination and assist with press releases and
public filings in connection with the Business Combination. The Company will pay EBC a service fee for such services upon the consummation
of its initial Business Combination in an amount equal to 3.5% of the gross proceeds of the IPO. In addition, the Company will pay EBC
a service fee in an amount equal to 1.0% of the total consideration payable in the initial Business Combination if it introduces the
Company to the target business with whom it completes an initial Business Combination and the amount will be payable in cash and is due
at the closing date of the initial Business Combination.
Critical
Accounting Policies and Estimates
The
preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure
of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and income and expenses during the periods reported. Actual
results could materially differ from those estimates. We have not identified any critical accounting estimates and all the significant
accounting policies are described in the Note 2 of this reviewed financial statements.
Recent
Accounting Standards
Management
does not believe that any recently issued, but not yet effective, accounting standards, if currently adopted, would have a material effect
on our financial statements.
ITEM
3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
We
are a smaller reporting company as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act and are not required to provide the information otherwise
required under this item.
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