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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K/A

(Amendment No. 1)

CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 18, 2024

 

ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware 001-37721 95-4405754

(State or other jurisdiction of

incorporation)

(Commission

File Number)

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

 

767 Third Avenue,  
6th Floor  
New York,  
NY 10017
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

 

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code): (332) 236-8500

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

¨ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
   
¨ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
   
¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
   
¨ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class Trading Symbol Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.001 per share ACTG The Nasdaq Stock Market, LLC

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).  Emerging growth company ¨

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

 

 

 

 

 

EXPLANATORY NOTE

 

As previously disclosed in the Current Report on Form 8-K filed by Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company”) on October 21, 2024 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “Original Form 8-K”), on October 18, 2024 (the “Closing Date”), Deflecto Holdco LLC (“Purchaser”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, acquired Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. (“Deflecto”), pursuant to that certain Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Stock Purchase Agreement”) entered into on the same day with Deflecto Holdings, LLC and Evriholder Finance LLC (collectively, the “Sellers”), Deflecto and the Sellers’ Representative named therein. Pursuant to the Stock Purchase Agreement, Purchaser purchased all of the issued and outstanding equity interests of Deflecto, upon the terms and subject to the conditions of the Stock Purchase Agreement (such purchase and sale, together with the other transactions contemplated by the Stock Purchase Agreement, the “Transaction”). The Transaction closed simultaneously with the execution of the Stock Purchase Agreement on October 18, 2024.

 

The Company is filing this Amendment to amend and supplement the Original Form 8-K to provide the financial statements and pro forma financial information relating to the Transaction required under Item 9.01 of Form 8-K as set forth below, which are incorporated herein by reference, and which were excluded from the Original Form 8-K in reliance on the instructions to such item. This Amendment reports no other updates or amendments to the Original Form 8-K. The pro forma financial information included in this Amendment has been presented for informational purposes only, as required by Form 8-K. It does not purport to represent the actual results of operations that the Company would have achieved had the Transaction been completed prior to the periods presented in the pro forma financial information and is not intended to project the future results of operations that the Company may achieve after completion of the Transaction.

 

Item 9.01.  

Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

 

  (a) Financial statements of businesses acquired.

 

The Audited Consolidated Financial Statements of Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023, and the notes related thereto, are filed as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.

 

The Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements of Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2024, and the notes related thereto, are filed as Exhibit 99.2 and incorporated herein by reference. 

 

  (b) Pro forma financial information.

 

The Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Financial Statements of the Company as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and the year ended December 31, 2023, and the notes related thereto, are filed as Exhibit 99.3 and incorporated herein by reference. The Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Financial Statements give effect to the Transaction on the basis, and subject to the assumptions, set forth in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X.

 

  (d) Exhibits

 

Exhibit No.   Description of Exhibit
23.1   Consent of Baker Tilly US LLP.
99.1   Audited Consolidated Financial Statements of Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023.
99.2   Unaudited Consolidated Financial Statements of Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2024.
99.3   Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Financial Statements of Acacia Research Corporation as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2024 and the year ended December 31, 2023.
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

 

 

 

 

 

 

SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Dated: January 2, 2025  
  ACACIA RESEARCH CORPORATION
   
  By: /s/ Jason Soncini
  Name: Jason Soncini
  Title: General Counsel

 

 

 

 

 

Exhibit 23.1

 

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

 

We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements on Form S-3 (No. 333-249984) and Forms S-8 (No. 333-189135, No. 333-217878, No. 333-279975 and No. 333-279976) of Acacia Research Corporation of our report dated December 27, 2024, relating to the consolidated financial statements of Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries, appearing in Acacia Research Corporation’s Current Report on Form 8-K/A filed January 2, 2025.

 

/s/ Baker Tilly US, LLP

 

Madison, Wisconsin 

December 31, 2024

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.1

 

 

 

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and 

Subsidiaries

 

Consolidated Financial Statements

 

December 31, 2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Table of Contents

December 31, 2023

 

  Page
Independent Auditors' Report 1
   
Consolidated Financial Statements  
   
Consolidated Balance Sheet 3
   
Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income 4
   
Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Equity 5
   
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 6
   
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 8

 

 

 

 

 

 

Independent Auditors' Report

 

To the Stockholders and Board of Directors of

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

 

Opinion

 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries (the Company), which comprise the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023 and the related consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income, stockholders' equity and cash flows for the year then ended and the related notes to the consolidated financial statements.

 

In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP).

 

Basis for Opinion

 

We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors’ Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent of the Company and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

 

Responsibilities of Management for the Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP, and for the design, implementation and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

 

In preparing the consolidated financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are available to be issued.

 

Auditors' Responsibilities for the Audit of the Consolidated Financial Statements

 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditors' report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with GAAS will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the consolidated financial statements.

 

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In performing an audit in accordance with GAAS, we:

 

· Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.

 

· Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements.

 

· Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company's internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.

 

· Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements.

 

· Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.

 

We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings and certain internal control-related matters that we identified during the audit.

 

 

 

Madison, Wisconsin

December 27, 2024

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Balance Sheet 

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Assets    
Current Assets     
Cash and cash equivalents  $11,863 
Accounts receivable, net   14,348 
Inventories, net   17,068 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   2,802 
Income tax receivable   191 
      
Total current assets   46,272 
      
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net   14,348 
      
Other Assets     
Goodwill, net   3,535 
Customer relationships, net   20,062 
Intangible assets, net   6,214 
Right-of-use asset   10,361 
      
Total other assets   40,172 
      
Total assets  $100,792 
      
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity     
      
Current Liabilities    
Accounts payable   $7,823 
Accrued expenses   7,280 
Current maturities of long-term debt   751 
Current maturities of operating lease liabilities   3,079 
Income tax payable   291 
      
Total current liabilities   19,224 
      
Long-Term Liabilities     
Long-term debt, net   23,144 
Long-term operating lease liabilities, net   7,419 
Deferred income taxes   2,146 
      
Total liabilities   51,933 
      
Stockholders' Equity     
Common stock   - 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (2,184)
Additional paid-in capital   126,736 
Accumulated deficit   (75,693)
      
Total stockholders' equity   48,859 
      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity  $100,792 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income 

Year Ended December 31, 2023 

(In Thousands)

 

Net Sales  $131,754 
      
Costs and Expenses     
Cost of sales, excluding depreciation and amortization   93,020 
Selling, general and administrative expenses   21,898 
Depreciation   3,676 
Amortization   2,973 
Advisory fees   642 
      
Total costs and expenses   122,209 
      
Operating income (loss)   9,545 
      
Other Income (Expense)     
Interest expense   (2,307)
Interest income   40 
Other income (expense)   (407)
Transaction expenses   (1,618)
      
Net other expense   (4,292)
      
Income (loss) before taxes   5,253 
      
Provision for Income Taxes   932 
      
Net income   4,321 
      
Other Comprehensive Income     
Foreign currency translation adjustment   119 
      
Comprehensive income  $4,440 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Equity

Year Ended December 31, 2023 

(In Thousands, Except for Shares Data)

 

           Accumulated   Retained     
           Other   Earnings   Total 
       Additional   Comprehensive   (Accumulated   Stockholders' 
   Common Stock   Paid-in Capital   Income (Loss)   Deficit)   Equity 
Balances, December 31, 2022  $- $  126,736   $(2,303)  $(80,014)  $44,419 
Foreign currency translation adjustment   -    -    119    -    119 
Net income              -    -    -    4,321    4,321 
                          
Balances, December 31, 2023  $-   $126,736   $(2,184)  $(75,693)  $48,859 

 

Common Stock - Class A: $.01 Par Value, 1,600 shares authorized, 800 shares issued and outstanding at at December 31, 2023.

 

Common Stock - Class B: $.01 Par Value, 400 shares authorized, 200 shares issued and 55 shares outstanding at December 31, 2023.

 

Common Stock - Class C: $.01 Par Value, 800 shares authorized, 496 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2023.

 

Common Stock - Class D: $.01 Par Value, 600 shares authorized, 443.5 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2023.

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

Year Ended December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

   2023 
Cash Flows From Operating Activities     
Net income  $4,321 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows from operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   6,649 
Amortization of debt issuance costs   355 
Change in allowance for doubtful accounts and rebates   (1,674)
Change in inventory reserve   (1,302)
(Gain)/loss on sale of property and equipment   (53)
Deferred taxes   (1,042)
Lease expense   3,155 
Changes in assets and liabilities:     
Accounts receivable   6,697 
Inventories   3,414 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   (13)
Accounts payable   (324)
Accrued expenses   (678)
Lease liability   (3,134)
Income tax payable   (656)
      
Net cash flows from operating activities   15,715 
      
Cash Flows From Investing  Activities     
Capital expenditures   (1,575)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment   71 
Acquisition of business, net of cash   (14,031)
      
Net cash flows from investing activities   (15,535)
      
Cash Flows From Financing Activities     
Net payments on revolving credit agreements   (7,065)
Principal payments on long-term debt   (2,752)
Proceeds from long-term debt   16,015 
Cash paid for debt issuance costs   (166)
      
Net cash flows from financing activities   6,032 
      
Effect of exchange rate changes   274 
      
Net change in cash and cash equivalents   6,486 
      
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning   5,377 
      
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Ending  $11,863 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 

Year Ended December 31, 2023 

(In Thousands)

 

   2023 
Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures     
Cash paid for interest  $1,671 
Cash paid for income taxes  $2,483 
      
Noncash Investing and Financing Activities     
Right of use asset  $570 
Debt incurred with acquisition (See Note 2)  $2,000 
Debt paid in conjunction with debt refinance  $735 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

1.Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
  
  Nature of Operations  

 

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries (DAI or the Company) is the sole shareholder of Deflecto, LLC and Subsidiaries (DLLC). The Company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and operates domestically and internationally through the following wholly owned subsidiaries, collectively referred herein as the Subsidiaries and individually as a Subsidiary:

 

Beemak Plastics, LLC (United States)

Sate-Lite (Foshan) Plastics (People's Republic of China)

Deflecto Asia Ltd. (Hong Kong)

Yearntree Ltd. (United Kingdom)

Instachange Displays Limited (Canada)

Deflecto Canada, Ltd. (Canada)

Sate-Lite Technologies Private Ltd. (India)

Transportation Safety Holdings, LLC (United States)

 

The Subsidiaries serve a broad range of wholesale and retail markets within the highly-fragmented specialty plastics industry. The group primarily designs, manufactures and sells (1) "take-one" point of purchase brochure, folder and applications display holders, (2) plastic injection-molded office supply and arts, crafts and education products, (3) plastic and aluminum air venting and air control products, (4) extruded vinyl chair mats, (5) safety reflectors for bicycles and (6) mud flaps and splash guards for the heavy duty truck market.

 

Principles of Consolidation

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and the Subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

The Company considers all highly liquid investments purchased with an initial maturity of three months or less to be cash and cash equivalents. The Company maintains cash in bank accounts which, at times, exceed federally insured limits. The Company has cash balances of $8,525 held in foreign bank accounts at December 31, 2023. The Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts and management believes it is not exposed to significant credit risks.

 

Accounts Receivable

 

Effective January 1, 2023, the Company adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326). The ASU introduces a new credit loss methodology, Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL), which requires earlier recognition of credit losses, while also providing additional transparency about credit risk. The CECL methodology utilizes a lifetime expected credit loss measurement objective for the recognition of credit losses at the time the receivable is originated or acquired. The expected credit losses are adjusted each period for changes in expected lifetime credit losses. There was no adjustment to retained earnings upon adoption.

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

The Company recognizes an allowance for credit losses for trade and other receivables to present the net amount expected to be collected as of the balance sheet date. Such allowance is based on the credit losses expected to arise over the life of the asset which includes consideration of past events and historical loss experience, current events and also future events based on our expectation as of the balance sheet date. A receivable is considered past due if payments have not been received within agreed upon invoice terms. The Company's typical terms on accounts receivable are net 30-120 days. The Company does not accrue interest on past due accounts. Receivables are written off when the Company determined that such receivables are deemed uncollectible. The Company pools its receivables based on similar risk characteristics in estimating its expected credit losses. In situations where a receivable does not share the same risk characteristics with other receivables, the Company measures those receivables individually. The Company also continuously evaluates such pooling decisions and adjusts as needed from period to period as risk characteristics change.

 

The Company utilizes the loss rate method in determining its lifetime expected credit losses on its receivables. This method is used for calculating an estimate of losses based primarily on the Company's historical loss experience. In determining its loss rates, the Company evaluates information related to its historical losses, adjusted for current conditions and further adjusted for the period of time that can be reasonably forecasted. Qualitative and quantitative adjustments related to current conditions and the reasonable and supportable forecast period consider the following: past due receivables and the customer creditworthiness on the level of estimated credit losses in the existing receivables.

 

Accounts receivable are shown net of allowance for expected credit losses and discounts of $731 and customer rebates of $5,961 as of December 31, 2023.

 

Inventories

 

Inventories are stated at lower of cost (determined on an average or first-in, first-out basis) or net realizable value.

 

The Company reviews inventory and calculates a reserve based on the inventory items that either have not been used or are not expected to be used in the future. The inventory balances are recorded net of an inventory obsolescence reserve.

 

Property, Plant and Equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment obtained through a business acquisition are recorded at fair value at the date of acquisition of the Company. Otherwise, additions are stated at cost. Property, plant and equipment are presented less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided for using primarily the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. Major expenditures that extend the useful life of the asset are capitalized. Maintenance, repairs and minor renewals are expensed as incurred. When assets are retired or otherwise disposed of, their costs and related accumulated depreciation are removed for the accounts, with any resulting gains or losses included in operations. Amortization of leasehold improvements is included in the depreciation expense.

 

The useful lives of property, plant and equipment for the purpose of computing book depreciation are as follows:

 

    Years
  Machinery and equipment 3-10
  Buildings and improvements 5-35

 

The Company evaluates property, plant and equipment for impairment whenever events occur, or circumstances change, that indicate that the fair value of the assets may be below carrying value.

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Leases

 

The Company follows FASB ASU No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), and all related amendments. The Company recognizes assets and liabilities that arise from leases on the balance sheet. A lessee is to recognize, within the balance sheet, a liability to make lease payments (lease obligation) and a right-of-use asset representing the right to use the underlying asset for the lease term. At lease inception, leases are classified as either finance leases or operating leases with the associated right-of-use asset capitalized at the estimated present value of future lease payments. Operating lease right-of-use assets are expensed on a straight-line basis as lease expense over the estimated useful life of the asset.

 

The Company has elected certain accounting policies related to leases:

 

The Company elected not to apply the recognition requirements to all leases with an original term of 12 months or less, for which the Company is not likely to exercise a renewal option or purchase the asset at the end of the lease; rather, short term leases will continue to be recorded on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 

The Company has elected the policy not to separate lease and nonlease components for all leases.

 

See Note 7 for further information.

 

Debt Issuance Costs

 

The Company presents long- term debt issuance costs as a direct reduction of long-term debt. The Company amortizes deferred financing costs using the straight-line method, which closely approximates the effective interest method, over the terms of the related debt. During 2023, the Company refinanced its debt with the same lender. This resulted in the Company amortizing the remaining deferred financing costs of $344 under the prior debt agreement and capitalizing new deferred financing cost of $166 during 2023. Amortization expense attributed to debt issuance costs was $365 for the year ended December 31, 2023, and is included in interest expense in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income (loss). As of December 31, 2023, the net book value of the Company's deferred financing fees was $155.

 

Goodwill

 

Goodwill represents the amount by which the purchase price of net assets acquired in a business combination or acquisition exceeded their fair market value. The Company tests goodwill for impairment at the reporting level at least annually or when a triggering event has occurred. A triggering event may indicate the fair value of the entity is below its carrying value. The goodwill fair value is a level 3 fair value measurement. There were no impairment losses recorded for the year ended December 31, 2023.

 

Intangible Assets

 

Intangible assets consist of customer relationships, tradenames and patents related to unique manufacturing technology and product design. The Company amortizes intangible assets using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives which range from 10 to 15 years.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

The Company evaluates the recoverability of the carrying amount of long-lived assets whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be fully recoverable. The Company evaluates the recoverability of property and equipment and intangibles annually or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate that an asset might be impaired. If an asset is considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds its fair value. Assets to be disposed are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less cost to sell. Management determines fair value using an undiscounted future cash flow analysis or other accepted valuation techniques. To date, management believes there has not been any impairment of the Company's long-lived assets.

 

Revenue Recognition

 

The Company's revenues are substantially comprised of product sales. Revenue is recognized when the Company satisfies its performance obligation(s) under the contract by transferring the promised product to its customer. A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct product or service to a customer.

 

Revenue is measured as the amount of consideration the Company expects to receive in exchange for transferring products or providing services. The nature of the Company's contracts gives rise to several types of variable consideration including incentives, discounts or rebates. As such, revenue is recorded net of estimated discounts, allowances and rebates. These estimates are based on historical experience, anticipated performance and the Company's best judgment at the time. Because of the Company's certainty in estimating these amounts, they are included in the transaction price of its contracts and the Company's estimates of variable consideration are generally not constrained.

 

The transaction price is allocated to each distinct performance obligation within the contract. Substantially all of the Company’s contracts have a single performance obligation.

 

Substantially all of the Company's revenue is from products transferred to customers at a point in time. The Company recognizes revenue at the point in time in which the customer obtains control of the product, which is generally when product title passes to the customer upon shipment.

 

The Company has elected to expense all incremental costs of obtaining a contract as incurred.

 

Sales, value add and other taxes collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities are accounted for on a net (excluded from revenues) basis.

 

Neither the type of product sold or the location of sale significantly impacts nature, amount, timing or uncertainty of revenue and cash flows.

 

Shipping and Handling Costs

 

Shipping and handling fees charged to customers are included in net sales with the corresponding costs included in cost of sales in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

 

Research and Development Costs

 

Research and development costs are charged to expense as incurred.

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Income Taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in earnings in the period that includes the enactment date. Valuation allowances are established, when necessary, to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. The Company follows ASU No. 2015-17, Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes. ASU No. 2015-17 requires deferred tax assets and liabilities to be classified as noncurrent in a classified balance sheet. When applicable, interest and penalties incurred on uncertain tax positions are calculated based on guidance from the relevant tax authority and included in income tax expense.

 

The tax effects from an uncertain tax position can be recognized in the consolidated financial statements if the position is more likely than not to be sustained on audit based on the technical merits of the position. The Company recognizes the financial statement benefit of a tax position only after determining that the relevant tax authority would more likely than not sustain the position following an audit. For tax positions meeting the more likely than not threshold, the amount recognized in the consolidated financial statements is the largest benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement with the relevant tax authority. See Note 11 for additional detail on tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions.

 

Estimates

 

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

Financial instruments which potentially subject the Company to a concentration of credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents and accounts receivable. The Company deposits cash and cash equivalents with high quality financial institutions. The Company believes that its allowance for expected credit losses is adequate to cover potential credit risk.

 

Foreign Currency Translation

 

The Company has subsidiaries and operations located in Canada, India, People's Republic of China and the United Kingdom. Net assets within Canada, India, People’s Republic of China and the United Kingdom as a percentage of Company totals were 43% as of December 31, 2023. The functional currencies of the Company's foreign operations are the local currencies. Accordingly, assets and liabilities of the Company's foreign operations are translated from foreign currencies into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date, while income and expenses are translated at the weighted-average exchange rates for the year. Gains and losses for all transactions denominated in a currency other than the functional currency are recognized in the period incurred and included in other income and expense on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. The Company recognized approximately $28 of foreign currency transaction gain for the year ended December 31, 2023. Adjustments resulting from the translation of foreign currency financial statements are classified as a separate component of stockholders' equity. The accumulated balance in other comprehensive loss pertaining to foreign currency translation was $(2,184) as of December 31, 2023.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

2.Business Combinations

 

On May 1, 2023, Deflecto Acquisition Inc., through its wholly-owned subsidiary Transportation Safety Holdings, LLC, acquired substantially all assets owned or used in the operation of James King & Co. Inc. The transaction constituted a business combination. The transaction was funded using proceeds from debt and cash from operations. The total purchase price was as follows:

 

Cash consideration paid, net of cash acquired of $250  $14,159 
Deferred payment to seller   2,000 
Net working capital adjustment   (128)
      
Total purchase price  $16,031 

 

The deferred payment to the seller is due no later than May 1, 2026. The total purchase price was allocated to the acquired net tangible and intangible assets based on their estimated fair values as of the acquisition date, as set forth below, with the excess amount recorded as goodwill. The Company incurred $1,618 of transaction expenses in connection with the transaction, as reflected on the consolidated statement of operations. The purchase price allocation is final.

 

Accounts receivable  $2,279 
Inventories   1,801 
Right-of-use asset   570 
Property and equipment   2,795 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   40 
Tradenames   1,440 
Customer Relationships   4,500 
Goodwill   3,535 
Liabilities assumed   (359)
Right-of-use asset liability   (570)
      
Total purchase price  $16,031 

 

The Company's acquisitions are accounted for pursuant to ASC 805, Business Combinations. A significant amount of the recorded balance of goodwill is expected to be tax deductible. Goodwill recognized in the acquisitions is attributable to intangible assets that do not qualify for separate recognition such as assembled workforce and expected synergies.

 

The assets acquired and liabilities assumed in connection with these acquisitions were required to be recorded at fair value. A summary of the valuation methodologies used by the Company pertaining to assets acquired and liabilities assumed in connection with these acquisitions are as follows:

 

· The carrying amounts of accounts receivable, prepaid expenses and liabilities assumed approximate fair value principally because of their short-term nature.

 

· Inventories were valued at current replacement cost which approximated fair value as of the acquisition date.

 

· Property and equipment was valued under the "in-use" premise using the cost approach.

 

· Intangible assets were valued under the relief from royalty method and other valuation techniques.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

3.Inventories

 

The major categories of inventories, net of reserves, are summarized as follows at December 31:

 

   2023 
Raw materials  $6,529 
Work-in-process   481 
Finished goods   10,058 
      
Inventories, net  $17,068 

 

Inventories are shown net of inventory reserve of $3,617 at December 31, 2023.

 

4.Property, Plant and Equipment

 

The major categories of property, plant and equipment are summarized as follows at December 31:

 

   2023 
Land  $206 
Machinery and equipment   23,628 
Buildings and improvements   9,603 
Construction in progress   3 
      
Total property, plant and equipment   33,440 
      
Less accumulated depreciation   (19,092)
      
Property, plant and equipment, net  $14,348 

 

5.Goodwill

 

The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill were as follows:

 

Balance at January 1, 2023  $ - 
Additions   3,535 
      
Balance at  December 31, 2023  $3,535 

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

6.Intangible Assets

 

The Company's intangible assets consist of tradenames, patents and customer relationships, held by various subsidiaries, which are all being amortized ratably over their useful lives ranging from 10 to 15 years.

 

The Company's intangible assets consist of the following at December 31:

 

   2023 
Tradenames  $9,045 
Patents   1,000 
Customer Relationships   33,101 
      
    43,146 
Less accumulated amortization   (16,870)
      
Intangible assets, net  $26,276 

 

The Company recognized amortization expense of $2,973 for the year ended December 31, 2023. The intangible assets were decreased by $57 for the year ended December 31, 2023, due to changes in foreign exchange rates.

 

Estimated annual amortization expense of intangible assets for years ending after December 31, 2023 is as follows:

 

Years ending December 31:    
2024  $3,151 
2025   3,151 
2026   3,151 
2027   3,126 
2028   3,051 
Thereafter   10,645 
      
Total  $26,275 

 

7.Leases

 

Right-of-use assets represent the Company's right to use an underlying asset for the lease term, while lease liabilities represent the Company's obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are recognized at the commencement date of a lease based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term.

 

The Company leases various land, buildings, offices and equipment. Certain of these leases contain various options to renew and expire at varying dates through December 2031. Leases are executed in the United States, Canada and China. The exercise of lease renewal options is at the Company's sole discretion. The Company regularly evaluates the renewal options and when they are reasonably certain of exercise, the Company includes the renewal period in the lease term.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

In determining the discount rate used to measure the right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, the Company uses the rate implicit in the lease, or if not readily available, the Company uses the Company's incremental borrowing rate. The Company estimates the incremental borrowing rate based on an estimated secured rate comprised of a risk-free rate plus a credit spread as secured by the Company's assets

 

Right-of-use assets are assessed for impairment in accordance with the Company's long-lived asset policy. The Company reassesses lease classification and remeasures right of use assets and lease liabilities when a lease is modified and that modification is not accounted for as a separate new lease or upon certain other events that require reassessment in accordance with Topic 842.

 

The Company made significant assumptions and judgments in applying the requirements of Topic 842. In particular, the Company:

 

· Evaluated whether a contract contains a lease, by considering factors such as whether the Company obtained substantially all rights to control an identifiable underlying asset and whether the lessor has substantive substitution rights.

 

The following table summarizes the operating lease right of use assets and operating lease obligations as of December 31:

 

   2023 
Operating lease right-of-use assets, net  $10,361 
      
Operating lease liabilities:     
Current  $3,079 
Long-term   7,419 
      
Total operating lease liabilities  $10,498 

 

Below is a summary of expenses incurred pertaining to leases during the year ended December 31:

 

   2023 
Operating lease expense  $3,915 
      
Total lease expense  $3,915 

 

As of December 31, 2023, the right-of-use assets and lease obligations were calculated using a weighted average incremental borrowing rate of 6.44 and weighted average lease term of 4.61 years.

 

The table below summarized the Company's scheduled future minimum lease payments for years ending after December 31, 2023:

 

Years ending December 31:        
2024   $ 3,667  
2025     2,560  
2026     2,458  
2027     1,077  
2028     598  
Thereafter     1,768  
         
Total     12,128  

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Less present value discount   (1,630)
      
Lease liabilities  $10,498 

 

The following table includes supplemental cash flow and noncash information related to the leases for the year ended December 31, 2023:

 

 

   2023
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease liabilities:     
Operating leases  $570 

 

8.Accrued Expenses

 

Accrued liabilities consist of the following at December 31, 2023:

 

   2023 
Accrued medical and workers' compensation  $261 
Accrued payroll and related costs   3,788 
Accrued professional fees   223 
Accrued freight   675 
Accrued other expenses   2,333 
      
Total  $7,280 

 

9.Long-Term Debt

 

Prior to May 2023, the Company had entered into a credit agreement with its primary lender. The credit agreement consisted of a revolving loan commitment of up to $30,000 with availability based on a borrowing base of eligible accounts receivable and inventory (availability of $6,714 as of December 31, 2022), a term loan of $5,000, a machinery and equipment term loan of $1,030 and a mortgage loan for the Company's subsidiary in the United Kingdom of $3,468 (£2,524), as described in the table below. The agreement also allowed for letters of credit.

 

During April 2023, the Company entered into a mortgage loan agreement with a lender for its Canadian facility for $6,000.

 

As part of the business acquisition of James King & Co., Inc. in May 2023 (Note 2), the Company amended and restated their credit agreement. The amended credit agreement consists of a revolving loan commitment of up to $22,500, a term loan of $10,750, and a mortgage loan for the Company's subsidiary in the United Kingdom of $3,468 (£2,524). The Company also entered into a seller note of $2,000 to fund a portion of the acquisition. The seller note is unsecured and subordinated to all senior debt.

 

The Company is also required to pay a commitment fee, equal to 0.50% per annum on the unused portion of the revolving loan. The note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.

 

Long-term debt consists of the following revolving loan commitments and fixed notes payable at December 31, 2023:

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

   2023 
Revolving loan commitment, due May 1, 2028 (as amended), with allowed borrowings up to $22,500, interest payable monthly at the SOFR (8.03% at December 31, 2023). This note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.  $2,914 
Term loan (UK mortgage), due April 16, 2026, with principal of £14 and interest payable monthly at the adjusted SONIA rate plus 1.86% (7.05% at December 31, 2023). This note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.   2,654 
Subordinated seller note payable, due May 1, 2026, with annual interest payments due and a final balloon payment of all outstanding principal and interest at maturity. The note accrues interest at a rate of 5%.   2,000 
Term loan B due May 1, 2028, with principal payments of $134 due quarterly through April 2025, then increasing to $202 through April 2026, then increasing to $269 through maturity and interest payable monthly at the SOFR (7.94% at December 31, 2023). The note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.   10,482 
Term loan (Canadian Mortgage), due May 1, 2043, with principal payments beginning on June 1, 2028. Interest is paid monthly for the initial five years of $44 per month. Interest is accrued at a rate of 8.75%. The note is secured by the mortgage on the facility.   6,000 
      
Total   24,050 
      
Less debt issuance costs, net   (155) 
      
Less current portion   (751) 
      
Long-term debt, net  $23,144 

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

The Company's new credit facility includes financial covenants that require the Company to maintain a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio of at least 1.15, and a total leverage ratio to be greater than 3.00. The Company was in compliance with both covenants during the year ended December 31, 2023.

 

Aggregate maturities of long-term debt under the agreements in place at December 31, 2023 are as follows:

 

Years ending December 31:    
2024  $751 
2025   912 
2026   3,181 
2027   1,315 
2028   10,418 
Thereafter   7,473 
      
Total  $24,050 

 

10.Stockholders' Equity

 

The Company has four classes of common stock.

 

Common Stock - Class C

 

During 2021, the Company issued 496 shares of Class C common stock. The aggregate purchase price was $21,550. Class C shares accrue accumulated dividends at a rate of 8% of the Class C Original Issue Price of $43 per share plus any unpaid cumulative dividends. As no dividends have been declared, none have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As of December 31, 2023, the amount of dividends in arrears, not yet declared or accrued, was approximately $5,160. Class C dividends are in preference to any declaration or payment of any dividend on the Class A, Class B and Class D shares. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class C shares shall be entitled to receive their original issue price and any accrued but unpaid dividends in preference to Class A, Class B and Class D shares.

 

Common Stock - Class A

 

Prior to November 2018, the Class A original issue price was $64. During November 2018, the Company amended the Class A original issue price to $43 per share. Class A shares have equal voting rights. Class A shares accrue accumulated dividends at a rate of 8% of the Class A Original Issue Price of $43 per share plus any unpaid cumulative dividends. As no dividends have been declared, none have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As of December 31, 2023, the amount of dividends in arrears, not yet declared or accrued, was approximately $17,762. Class A dividends are in preference to any declaration or payment of any dividend on the Class B or Class D shares. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class A shares shall be entitled to receive their original issue price and any accrued but unpaid dividends in preference to Class D and Class B shares.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Common Stock - Class D

 

During 2021, the Company issued 443.5 shares of Class D common stock to Evriholder Finance, LLC, which is a company with common ownership. The aggregate purchase price was $19,268. Class D shares have equal voting rights. Class D shares accrue accumulated dividends at a rate of 9% of the Class D Original Issue Price of $43 per share plus any unpaid cumulative dividends. As no dividends have been declared, none have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As of December 31, 2023, the amount of dividends in arrears, not yet declared or accrued, was approximately $5,256. Class D dividends are in preference to any declaration or payment of any dividend on the Class B shares. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class D shares shall be entitled to receive their original issue price and any accrued but unpaid dividends in preference to Class B shares.

 

Common Stock - Class B

 

During 2018, the Company authorized 200 Class B shares to be issued as part of an equity incentive plan. Class B shares have no voting rights. Class B shares require no initial capital contribution and are subject to vesting requirements based on continuous service with the Company and performance measures. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class B shareholders are entitled to a pro-rata amount after the payment of the Class A preference.

 

The following table summarizes the activity of Class B shares as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023:

 

   Shares 
Outstanding at January 1, 2023   55 
      
Issued   - 
Forfeited   - 
      
Outstanding at December 31, 2023   55 

 

11.Income Taxes

 

Income (loss) before taxes for the year ended December 31, 2023 is as follows:

 

   2023 
Domestic  $(70)
Foreign   5,323 
      
Total income (loss) before income taxes  $5,253 

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

The provision (benefit) for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2023 and are as follows:

 

 

 

   2023 
Current:     
Federal  $- 
Foreign   1,912 
State and local   62 
      
   1,974 
Deferred:     
Federal   - 
Foreign   (1,042)
State and local   - 
      
    (1,042)
      
Total income tax provision  $932 

 

The Company's effective tax rate varies from the statutory rate primarily as a result of permanent items, state income taxes, foreign rate differential, the change in China's tax rates and the valuation allowance.

 

The components of the deferred tax assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2023 consist of the following:

 

   2023 
Deferred income tax assets:     
Receivable allowances  $37 
Inventories   615 
Intangible assets   1,514 
ASC 842 leases   1,300 
Accrued expenses   648 
Business interest   4,071 
Foreign deferred tax assets   1,436 
Federal and state net operating loss carryforwards   3,577 
      
Total deferred income tax assets   13,198 
      
Valuation allowance   (9,714)
      
Net deferred income tax assets   3,484 
      
Deferred income tax liabilities:     
Foreign deferred tax liabilities   (3,324)
Property and equipment   (1,022)
ASC 842 leases   (1,284)
      
Total deferred income tax liabilities   (5,630)
      
Net deferred income taxes  $(2,146)

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

At December 31, 2023, the Company has $11,980 of Federal and $15,911 of state net operating loss carryforwards, respectively. The Federal net operating loss carryforwards have indefinite carryforward, while the state net operating loss carryforwards expiring 2027 through 2042. The net operating loss carryforwards from the foreign jurisdictions are as follows: UK of $1,362 which carryforward indefinitely for the December 31, 2023 tax year.

 

The ultimate realization of deferred tax assets is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. The Company currently has a valuation allowance against its net deferred tax assets in the US and UK as they are not expected to be fully utilized prior to expiration. The allowance is subject to change based upon the Company's operating performance.

 

As of December 31, 2023, the Company had $30 of unrecognized tax benefits, of which would affect the effective tax rate if recognized. The Company expects a $30 decrease in its uncertain tax positions during the next 12 months that will have a significant impact on the Company's financial position or results of operations. The Company recognizes interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits as a component of income tax expense in the consolidated financial statements. There were no interest and penalties accrued as of December 31, 2023. Tax years 2020 through 2023 for Federal tax and 2019 through 2023 for state and foreign tax remain open to statute.

 

The Company has provided for U.S. federal or foreign withholding taxes on the Canadian and China subsidiaries undistributed earnings as of December 31, 2023, as such earnings not considered to be permanently reinvested. The Company has not provided for U.S. federal or foreign withholding taxes on the UK, Hong Kong and Indian subsidiaries as of December 31, 2023 as such earnings are considered to be permanently reinvested.

 

12.Retirement Plans

 

The Company's U.S. Subsidiaries participated in the Deflecto, LLC 401(k), a defined contribution plan for salaried and hourly employees. In order to participate in the Plan, employees must be at least 21 years old. The Company made contributions to the 401(k) totaling approximately $196 for the year ended December 31, 2023.

 

In addition, the Company contributes to a state sponsored retirement plan for its resident employees of China. Contributions are based on approximately 13% of participant base salaries for the years ended December 31, 2023.

 

13.Commitments and Contingencies

 

Litigation

 

The Company is not aware of any pending legal claims which require disclosure. The Company is party to various claims and legal actions arising in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, the ultimate disposition of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or liquidity.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

December 31, 2023

(In Thousands)

 

Parent Company Units

 

The Company's owner, Deflecto Holdings, LLC, has authorized the issuance of Class B Common Member units (or Profits Interests) constituting a profits interest in the Company to certain members of Company's management. There were 7,836 units issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2023. The Company determined any compensation expense would be immaterial and, therefore, no equity-based compensation has been recorded or deemed necessary for the year ended December 31, 2023.

 

14.Customer Concentrations

 

For the year ended December 31, 2023, no customers accounted for more than 10% of total sales.

 

15.Related-Party Transactions

 

The Company entered into a management services agreement with Edgewater Capital Growth Management IV, L.P. (Edgewater) and another related party. The annual fees are payable quarterly in advance from the Company and its Subsidiaries in an amount not to exceed $1,500 and seven percent (7%) of the Adjusted EBITDA of the Company and its Subsidiaries for the preceding calendar year. The Company incurred $642 of expense for the year ended December 31, 2023, related to this agreement, which is included in advisory fees on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss. The Company also incurred $0 of directors fees to Edgewater and another related party for the year ended December 31, 2023. In addition, the management services agreement provides for additional fees relating to assistance with transactions, liquidity or financing events. During 2023 as part of the acquisition in Note 2, the Company incurred $814 related to the management services agreement, which is included in transaction expenses. At December 31, 2023, the Company has $193, included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities.

 

As disclosed in Note 10, the Company issued class D common stock to Evriholder, which was a sister company through common ownership.

 

16.Subsequent Events

 

The Company has evaluated subsequent events occurring through April 30, 2024, which is the date that the Company's consolidated financial statements were approved to be issued, for events requiring recording or disclosure in the Company's consolidated financial statements.

 

On October 18, 2024, the Company was acquired by Acacia Research Company in a stock sale. The sale is being accounted for under ASC 805, Business Combinations.

 

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Exhibit 99.2

 

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and

Subsidiaries

 

Consolidated Financial Statements

 

June 30, 2024

 

 

 

 

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

 

Table of Contents

June 30, 2024

 

  Page
Consolidated Financial Statements  
   
Consolidated Balance Sheet 1
   
Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income 2
   
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 3
   
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 5

 

 

 

 

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Consolidated Balance Sheet

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Assets    
Current Assets     
Cash and cash equivalents  $11,270 
Accounts receivable, net   16,286 
Inventories, net   18,642 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   2,635 
Income tax receivable   82 
      
Total current assets   48,915 
      
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net   13,187 
      
Other Assets   3,535 
Goodwill, net     
Customer relationships, net   18,767 
Intangible assets, net   5,847 
Right-of-use asset   9,890 
      
Total other assets   38,039 
      
Total assets  $100,141 
      
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity     
      
Current Liabilities  $9,011 
Accounts payable     
Accrued expenses   5,453 
Current maturities of long-term debt   751 
Current maturities of operating lease liabilities   2,878 
Income tax payable   69 
      
Total current liabilities   18,162 
      
Long-Term Liabilities     
Long-term debt, net   20,648 
Long-term operating lease liabilities, net   7,124 
Deferred income taxes   2,072 
      
Total liabilities   48,006 
      
Stockholders' Equity     
Common stock   - 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (2,384)
Additional paid-in capital   126,736 
Accumulated deficit   (72,217)
      
Total stockholders' equity   52,135 
      
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity  $100,141 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Income and Accumulated Deficit

Period Ended June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Net Sales  $65,688 
      
Costs and Expenses     
Cost of sales, excluding depreciation and amortization   44,872 
Selling, general and administrative expenses   11,833 
Depreciation   1,728 
Amortization   1,563 
Advisory fees   758 
      
Total costs and expenses   60,754 
      
Operating income   4,934 
      
Other Income (Expense)     
Interest expense   (999)
Interest income   17 
Other income (expense)   29 
      
Net other expense   (953)
      
Income before taxes   3,981 
      
Provision for Income Taxes   505 
      
NET INCOME   3,476 
      
ACCUMULATED DEFICIT - Beginning of Year   (75,693)
      
ACCUMULATED DEFICIT - END OF YEAR  $(72,217)
      
Other Comprehensive Income     
Foreign currency translation adjustment   (200)
      
Comprehensive income  $3,276 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

Period Ended June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Cash Flows From Operating Activities    
Net income  $3,476 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash flows from operating activities:     
Depreciation and amortization   3,287 
Amortization of debt issuance costs   17 
Change in allowance for doubtful accounts and rebates   40 
Change in inventory reserve   (413)
Deferred taxes   (74)
Lease expense   1,638 
Changes in assets and liabilities:     
Accounts receivable   (1,978)
Inventories   (1,161)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   167 
Accounts payable   1,188 
Accrued expenses   (1,827)
Lease liability   (1,661)
Income tax payable   (112)
      
Net cash flows from operating activities   2,587 
      
Cash Flows From Investing Activities     
Capital expenditures   (581)
      
Net cash flows from investing activities   (581)
      
Cash Flows From Financing Activities     
Net payments on revolving credit agreements   (1,650)
Principal payments on long-term debt   (682)
      
Net cash flows from financing activities   (2,332)
      
Effect of exchange rate changes   (267)
      
Net change in cash and cash equivalents   (593)
      
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning   11,863 
      
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Ending  $11,270 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

Period Ended June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures    
Cash paid for interest  $1,006 
Cash paid for income taxes  $638 
      
Noncash Investing and Financing Activities     
Right of use asset  $1,242 

 

See notes to consolidated financial statements

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

1.Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

 

Nature of Operations

 

Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries (DAI or the Company) is the sole shareholder of Deflecto, LLC and Subsidiaries (DLLC). The Company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and operates domestically and internationally through the following wholly owned subsidiaries, collectively referred herein as the Subsidiaries and individually as a Subsidiary:

 

Beemak Plastics, LLC (United States)

Sate-Lite (Foshan) Plastics (People's Republic of China)

Deflecto Asia Ltd. (Hong Kong)

Yearntree Ltd. (United Kingdom)

Instachange Displays Limited (Canada)

Deflecto Canada, Ltd. (Canada)

Sate-Lite Technologies Private Ltd. (India)

Transportation Safety Holdings, LLC (United States)

 

The Subsidiaries serve a broad range of wholesale and retail markets within the highly-fragmented specialty plastics industry. The group primarily designs, manufactures and sells (1) "take-one" point of purchase brochure, folder and applications display holders, (2) plastic injection-molded office supply and arts, crafts and education products, (3) plastic and aluminum air venting and air control products, (4) extruded vinyl chair mats, (5) safety reflectors for bicycles and (6) mud flaps and splash guards for the heavy duty truck market.

 

Principles of Consolidation

 

The accompanying consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and the Subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

The Company considers all highly liquid investments purchased with an initial maturity of three months or less to be cash and cash equivalents. The Company maintains cash in bank accounts which, at times, exceed federally insured limits. The Company has cash balances of $6,078 held in foreign bank accounts at June 30, 2024. The Company has not experienced any losses in such accounts and management believes it is not exposed to significant credit risks.

 

Accounts Receivable

 

The Company adopted Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Accounting Standards Update (ASU) No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments—Credit Losses (Topic 326). The ASU introduces a new credit loss methodology, Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL), which requires earlier recognition of credit losses, while also providing additional transparency about credit risk. The CECL methodology utilizes a lifetime expected credit loss measurement objective for the recognition of credit losses at the time the receivable is originated or acquired. The expected credit losses are adjusted each period for changes in expected lifetime credit losses. There was no adjustment to retained earnings upon adoption.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

The Company recognizes an allowance for credit losses for trade and other receivables to present the net amount expected to be collected as of the balance sheet date. Such allowance is based on the credit losses expected to arise over the life of the asset which includes consideration of past events and historical loss experience, current events and also future events based on our expectation as of the balance sheet date. A receivable is considered past due if payments have not been received within agreed upon invoice terms. The Company's typical terms on accounts receivable are net 30-120 days. The Company does not accrue interest on past due accounts. Receivables are written off when the Company determined that such receivables are deemed uncollectible. The Company pools its receivables based on similar risk characteristics in estimating its expected credit losses. In situations where a receivable does not share the same risk characteristics with other receivables, the Company measures those receivables individually. The Company also continuously evaluates such pooling decisions and adjusts as needed from period to period as risk characteristics change.

 

The Company utilizes the loss rate method in determining its lifetime expected credit losses on its receivables. This method is used for calculating an estimate of losses based primarily on the Company's historical loss experience. In determining its loss rates, the Company evaluates information related to its historical losses, adjusted for current conditions and further adjusted for the period of time that can be reasonably forecasted. Qualitative and quantitative adjustments related to current conditions and the reasonable and supportable forecast period consider the following: past due receivables and the customer creditworthiness on the level of estimated credit losses in the existing receivables.

 

Accounts receivable are shown net of allowance for expected credit losses and discounts of $694 and customer rebates of $6,038 as of June 30, 2024.

 

Inventories

 

Inventories are stated at lower of cost (determined on an average or first-in, first-out basis) or net realizable value.

 

The Company reviews inventory and calculates a reserve based on the inventory items that either have not been used or are not expected to be used in the future. The inventory balances are recorded net of an inventory obsolescence reserve.

 

Property, Plant and Equipment

 

Property, plant and equipment obtained through a business acquisition are recorded at fair value at the date of acquisition of the Company. Otherwise, additions are stated at cost. Property, plant and equipment are presented less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided for using primarily the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the respective assets. Major expenditures that extend the useful life of the asset are capitalized. Maintenance, repairs and minor renewals are expensed as incurred. When assets are retired or otherwise disposed of, their costs and related accumulated depreciation are removed for the accounts, with any resulting gains or losses included in operations. Amortization of leasehold improvements is included in the depreciation expense.

 

The useful lives of property, plant and equipment for the purpose of computing book depreciation are as follows:

 

    Years 
Machinery and equipment   3-10 
Buildings and improvements   5-35 

 

The Company evaluates property, plant and equipment for impairment whenever events occur, or circumstances change, that indicate that the fair value of the assets may be below carrying value.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Leases

 

The Company follows FASB ASU No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), and all related amendments. The Company recognizes assets and liabilities that arise from leases on the balance sheet. A lessee is to recognize, within the balance sheet, a liability to make lease payments (lease obligation) and a right-of-use asset representing the right to use the underlying asset for the lease term. At lease inception, leases are classified as either finance leases or operating leases with the associated right-of-use asset capitalized at the estimated present value of future lease payments. Operating lease right-of-use assets are expensed on a straight-line basis as lease expense over the estimated useful life of the asset.

 

The Company has elected certain accounting policies related to leases:

 

·The Company elected not to apply the recognition requirements to all leases with an original term of 12 months or less, for which the Company is not likely to exercise a renewal option or purchase the asset at the end of the lease; rather, short term leases will continue to be recorded on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

 

·The Company has elected the policy not to separate lease and nonlease components for all leases.

 

See Note 6 for further information.

 

Debt Issuance Costs

 

The Company presents long- term debt issuance costs as a direct reduction of long-term debt. The Company amortizes deferred financing costs using the straight-line method, which closely approximates the effective interest method, over the terms of the related debt. During 2023, the Company refinanced its debt, capitalizing new deferred financing cost of $166 during 2023. Amortization expense attributed to debt issuance costs was $17 for the period ended June 30, 2024, and is included in interest expense in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. As of June 30, 2024, the net book value of the Company's deferred financing fees was $127.

 

Goodwill

 

Goodwill represents the amount by which the purchase price of net assets acquired in a business combination or acquisition exceeded their fair market value. The Company tests goodwill for impairment at the reporting level at least annually or when a triggering event has occurred. A triggering event may indicate the fair value of the entity is below its carrying value. The goodwill fair value is a level 3 fair value measurement. There were no impairment losses recorded for the period ended June 30, 2024.

 

Intangible Assets

 

Intangible assets consist of customer relationships, tradenames and patents related to unique manufacturing technology and product design. The Company amortizes intangible assets using the straight-line method over their estimated useful lives which range from 10 to 15 years.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets

 

The Company evaluates the recoverability of the carrying amount of long-lived assets whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset may not be fully recoverable. The Company evaluates the recoverability of property and equipment and intangibles annually or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate that an asset might be impaired. If an asset is considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds its fair value. Assets to be disposed are reported at the lower of the carrying amount or fair value less cost to sell. Management determines fair value using an undiscounted future cash flow analysis or other accepted valuation techniques. To date, management believes there has not been any impairment of the Company's long-lived assets.

 

Revenue Recognition

 

The Company's revenues are substantially comprised of product sales. Revenue is recognized when the Company satisfies its performance obligation(s) under the contract by transferring the promised product to its customer. A performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a distinct product or service to a customer.

 

Revenue is measured as the amount of consideration the Company expects to receive in exchange for transferring products or providing services. The nature of the Company's contracts gives rise to several types of variable consideration including incentives, discounts or rebates. As such, revenue is recorded net of estimated discounts, allowances and rebates. These estimates are based on historical experience, anticipated performance and the Company's best judgment at the time. Because of the Company's certainty in estimating these amounts, they are included in the transaction price of its contracts and the Company's estimates of variable consideration are generally not constrained.

 

The transaction price is allocated to each distinct performance obligation within the contract. Substantially all of the Company’s contracts have a single performance obligation.

 

Substantially all of the Company's revenue is from products transferred to customers at a point in time. The Company recognizes revenue at the point in time in which the customer obtains control of the product, which is generally when product title passes to the customer upon shipment.

 

The Company has elected to expense all incremental costs of obtaining a contract as incurred.

 

Sales, value add and other taxes collected from customers and remitted to governmental authorities are accounted for on a net (excluded from revenues) basis.

 

Neither the type of product sold or the location of sale significantly impacts nature, amount, timing or uncertainty of revenue and cash flows.

 

Shipping and Handling Costs

 

Shipping and handling fees charged to customers are included in net sales with the corresponding costs included in cost of sales in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

 

Research and Development Costs

 

Research and development costs are charged to expense as incurred.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Income Taxes

 

The Company accounts for income taxes under the asset and liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for future tax consequences attributable to differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in earnings in the period that includes the enactment date. Valuation allowances are established, when necessary, to reduce deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. The Company follows ASU No. 2015-17, Balance Sheet Classification of Deferred Taxes. ASU No. 2015-17 requires deferred tax assets and liabilities to be classified as noncurrent in a classified balance sheet. When applicable, interest and penalties incurred on uncertain tax positions are calculated based on guidance from the relevant tax authority and included in income tax expense.

 

The provision for income taxes for interim periods is determined using an estimate of Deflecto's annual effective tax rate, adjusted for discrete items, if any, that are taken into account in the relevant period. Each quarter, Deflecto updates the estimate of the annual effective tax rate, and if the estimated tax rate changes, a cumulative adjustment is recorded.

 

The tax effects from an uncertain tax position can be recognized in the consolidated financial statements if the position is more likely than not to be sustained on audit based on the technical merits of the position. The Company recognizes the financial statement benefit of a tax position only after determining that the relevant tax authority would more likely than not sustain the position following an audit. For tax positions meeting the more likely than not threshold, the amount recognized in the consolidated financial statements is the largest benefit that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement with the relevant tax authority. See Note 10 for additional detail on tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions.

 

Estimates

 

The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

 

Concentration of Credit Risk

 

Financial instruments which potentially subject the Company to a concentration of credit risk consist principally of cash and cash equivalents and accounts receivable. The Company deposits cash and cash equivalents with high quality financial institutions. The Company believes that its allowance for expected credit losses is adequate to cover potential credit risk.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Foreign Currency Translation

 

The Company has subsidiaries and operations located in Canada, India, People's Republic of China and the United Kingdom. Net assets within Canada, India, People’s Republic of China and the United Kingdom as a percentage of Company totals were 40% as of June 30, 2024. The functional currencies of the Company's foreign operations are the local currencies. Accordingly, assets and liabilities of the Company's foreign operations are translated from foreign currencies into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet date, while income and expenses are translated at the weighted-average exchange rates for the year. Gains and losses for all transactions denominated in a currency other than the functional currency are recognized in the period incurred and included in other income and expense on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. The Company recognized approximately $5 of foreign currency transaction expense for the period ended June 30, 2024. Adjustments resulting from the translation of foreign currency financial statements are classified as a separate component of stockholders' equity. The accumulated balance in other comprehensive loss pertaining to foreign currency translation was $(2,384) as of June 30, 2024.

 

2.Inventories

 

The major categories of inventories, net of reserves, are summarized as follows at December 31:

 

   2024 
Raw materials  $6,203 
Work-in-process   513 
Finished goods   11,926 
      
Inventories, net  $18,642 

 

Inventories are shown net of inventory reserve of $3,204 at June 30, 2024.

 

3.Property, Plant and Equipment

 

The major categories of property, plant and equipment are summarized as follows at December 31:

 

   2024 
Land  $199 
Machinery and equipment   23,742 
Buildings and improvements   9,666 
Construction in progress   125 
      
Total property, plant and equipment   33,732 
      
Less accumulated depreciation   (20,545)
      
Property, plant and equipment, net  $13,187 

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

4.Goodwill

 

The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill were as follows:

 

Balance at January 1, 2024  $3,535 
      
Additions   - 
      
Balance at June 30, 2024  $3,535 

 

5.Intangible Assets

 

The Company's intangible assets consist of tradenames, patents and customer relationships, held by various subsidiaries, which are all being amortized ratably over their useful lives ranging from 10 to 15 years.

 

The Company's intangible assets consist of the following at December 31:

 

   2024 
Tradenames  $9,004 
Patents   1,000 
Customer Relationships   32,972 
    42,976 
      
Less accumulated amortization   (18,362)
      
Intangible assets, net  $24,614 

 

The Company recognized amortization expense of $1,559 for the period ended June 30, 2024. The intangible assets were decreased by $102 for the period ended June 30, 2024, due to changes in foreign exchange rates.

 

Estimated annual amortization expense of intangible assets for years ending after June 30, 2024 is as follows:

 

Years ending December 31:    
2024 (6 months remaining)  $1,569 
2025   3,141 
2026   3,141 
2027   3,116 
2028   3,041 
Thereafter   10,606 
      
Total  $24,614 

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

6.Leases

 

Right-of-use assets represent the Company's right to use an underlying asset for the lease term, while lease liabilities represent the Company's obligation to make lease payments arising from the lease. Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities are recognized at the commencement date of a lease based on the present value of lease payments over the lease term.

 

The Company leases various land, buildings, offices and equipment. Certain of these leases contain various options to renew and expire at varying dates through December 2031. Leases are executed in the United States, Canada and China. The exercise of lease renewal options is at the Company's sole discretion. The Company regularly evaluates the renewal options and when they are reasonably certain of exercise, the Company includes the renewal period in the lease term.

 

In determining the discount rate used to measure the right-of-use assets and lease liabilities, the Company uses the rate implicit in the lease, or if not readily available, the Company uses the Company's incremental borrowing rate. The Company estimates the incremental borrowing rate based on an estimated secured rate comprised of a risk-free rate plus a credit spread as secured by the Company's assets

 

Right-of-use assets are assessed for impairment in accordance with the Company's long-lived asset policy. The Company reassesses lease classification and remeasures right of use assets and lease liabilities when a lease is modified and that modification is not accounted for as a separate new lease or upon certain other events that require reassessment in accordance with Topic 842.

 

The Company made significant assumptions and judgments in applying the requirements of Topic 842. In particular, the Company:

 

·Evaluated whether a contract contains a lease, by considering factors such as whether the Company obtained substantially all rights to control an identifiable underlying asset and whether the lessor has substantive substitution rights.

 

The following table summarizes the operating lease right of use assets and operating lease obligations as of June 30:

 

   2024 
Operating lease right-of-use assets, net  $9,890 
      
Operating lease liabilities     
Current  $2,878 
Long-term   7,124 
      
Total operating lease liabilities  $10,002 

 

Below is a summary of expenses incurred pertaining to leases during the period ended June 30:

 

   2024 
Operating lease expense  $1,954 
      
Total lease expense  $1,954 

 

As of June 30, 2024, the right-of-use assets and lease obligations were calculated using a weighted average incremental borrowing rate of 6.62 and weighted average lease term of 4.39 years.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

The table below summarized the Company's scheduled future minimum lease payments for years ending after June 30, 2024:

 

Years ending December 31:    
2024 (6 months remaining)  $1,876 
2025   2,949 
2026   2,815 
2027   1,461 
2028   632 
Thereafter   1,794 
      
Total   11,527 
      
Less present value discount   (1,525)
      
Lease liabilities  $10,002 

 

The following table includes supplemental cash flow and noncash information related to the leases for the period ended June 30, 2024:

 

   2024 
Right-of-use assets obtained in exchange for lease liabilities:      
Operating leases  $1,242 

 

7.Accrued Expenses

 

Accrued liabilities consist of the following at December 31, 2023:

 

   2024 
Accrued medical and workers' compensation  $265 
Accrued payroll and related costs   2,341 
Accrued professional fees   306 
Accrued freight   338 
Accrued other expenses   2,203 
      
Total  $5,453 

 

8.Long-Term Debt

 

In May 2023, the Company amended and restated their credit agreement. The amended credit agreement consists of a revolving loan commitment of up to $22,500, a term loan of $10,750, and a mortgage loan for the Company's subsidiary in the United Kingdom of $3,468 (£2,524). The Company also entered into a seller note of $2,000 to fund a portion of the acquisition of James King. The seller note is unsecured and subordinated to all senior debt.

 

The Company is also required to pay a commitment fee, equal to 0.50% per annum on the unused portion of the revolving loan. The note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Long-term debt consists of the following revolving loan commitments and fixed notes payable at June 30, 2024:

 

      2024  
Revolving loan commitment, due May 1, 2028 (as amended), with allowed borrowings up to $22,500, interest payable monthly at the SOFR (7.91% at June 30, 2024). This note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.   $ 1,264  
         
Term loan (UK mortgage), due April 16, 2026, with principal of £14 and interest payable monthly at the adjusted SONIA rate plus 1.86% (7.06% at June 30, 2024). This note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.     2,226  
         
Subordinated seller note payable, due May 1, 2026, with annual interest payments due and a final balloon payment of all outstanding principal and interest at maturity. The note accrues interest at a rate of 5%.     2,000  
         
Term loan B due May 1, 2028, with principal payments of $134 due quarterly through April 2025, then increasing to $202 through April 2026, then increasing to $269 through maturity and interest payable monthly at the SOFR (7.76% at June 30, 2024). The note is secured by substantially all the assets of the Company.     10,212  
         
Term loan (Canadian Mortgage), due May 1, 2043, with principal payments beginning on June 1, 2028. Interest is paid monthly for the initial five years of $44 per month. Interest is accrued at a rate of 8.75%. The note is secured by the mortgage on the facility.     5,824  
         
Total     21,526  
         
Less debt issuance costs, net     (127 )
         
Less current portion     (751 )
         
Long-term debt, net   $ 20,648  

 

The Company's new credit facility includes financial covenants that require the Company to maintain a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio of at least 1.15, and a total leverage ratio to be greater than 3.00. The Company was in compliance with both covenants during the period ended June 30, 2024.

 

Aggregate maturities of long-term debt under the agreements in place at June 30, 2024 are as follows:

 

Years ending December 31:    
2024 (remaining six months)  $375 
2025   880 
2026   3,148 
2027   1,283 
2028   8,903 
Thereafter   6,810 
      
Total  $21,399 

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

9.Stockholders' Equity

 

The Company has four classes of common stock.

 

Common Stock - Class C

 

During 2021, the Company issued 496 shares of Class C common stock. The aggregate purchase price was $21,550. Class C shares accrue accumulated dividends at a rate of 8% of the Class C Original Issue Price of $43 per share plus any unpaid cumulative dividends. As no dividends have been declared, none have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As of June 30, 2024, the amount of dividends in arrears, not yet declared or accrued, was approximately $5,160. Class C dividends are in preference to any declaration or payment of any dividend on the Class A, Class B and Class D shares. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class C shares shall be entitled to receive their original issue price and any accrued but unpaid dividends in preference to Class A, Class B and Class D shares.

 

Common Stock - Class A

 

Prior to November 2018, the Class A original issue price was $64. During November 2018, the Company amended the Class A original issue price to $43 per share. Class A shares have equal voting rights. Class A shares accrue accumulated dividends at a rate of 8% of the Class A Original Issue Price of $43 per share plus any unpaid cumulative dividends. As no dividends have been declared, none have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As of June 30, 2024, the amount of dividends in arrears, not yet declared or accrued, was approximately $17,762. Class A dividends are in preference to any declaration or payment of any dividend on the Class B or Class D shares. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class A shares shall be entitled to receive their original issue price and any accrued but unpaid dividends in preference to Class D and Class B shares.

 

Common Stock - Class D

 

During 2021, the Company issued 443.5 shares of Class D common stock to Evriholder Finance, LLC, which is a company with common ownership. The aggregate purchase price was $19,268. Class D shares have equal voting rights. Class D shares accrue accumulated dividends at a rate of 9% of the Class D Original Issue Price of $43 per share plus any unpaid cumulative dividends. As no dividends have been declared, none have been accrued in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. As of June 30, 2024, the amount of dividends in arrears, not yet declared or accrued, was approximately $5,256. Class D dividends are in preference to any declaration or payment of any dividend on the Class B shares. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class D shares shall be entitled to receive their original issue price and any accrued but unpaid dividends in preference to Class B shares.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

Common Stock - Class B

 

During 2018, the Company authorized 200 Class B shares to be issued as part of an equity incentive plan. Class B shares have no voting rights. Class B shares require no initial capital contribution and are subject to vesting requirements based on continuous service with the Company and performance measures. In the event of any liquidation, dissolution or winding up of the Company, Class B shareholders are entitled to a pro-rata amount after the payment of the Class A preference.

 

The following table summarizes the activity of Class B shares as of and for the period ended June 30, 2024:

 

   Shares 
Outstanding at January 1, 2024   55 
      
Issued   - 
Forfeited   - 
      
Outstanding at June 30, 2024   55 

 

10.Income Taxes

 

Income tax expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024 is primarily attributable to foreign taxes and withholding taxes incurred year to date.

 

The Company's effective tax rate was 5.75% for the six months ended June 30, 2024. The 2024 effective tax rate for the period was lower than the U.S. federal statutory rate primarily due to dividends received deduction, foreign taxes, and a full valuation allowance in the US and UK. The effective tax rate may be subject to fluctuations during the year as new information is obtained which may affect the assumptions used to estimate the effective tax rate, including factors such as expected utilization of net operating loss carryforwards, changes in or the interpretation of tax laws in jurisdictions where the Company conducts business, the Company’s expansion into new states or foreign countries, and the amount of valuation allowances against deferred tax assets. The Company has recorded a full valuation allowance against our net deferred tax assets in the US and UK as of June 30, 2024. These assets primarily consist of intangibles, interest expense carryforward, and net operating loss carryforwards, interest expense carryforward.

 

At June 30, 2024, the Company had no unrecognized tax benefits. At June 30, 2024, no unrecognized tax benefits were recorded in other long-term liabilities. No interest and penalties have been recorded for the unrecognized tax benefits for the period presented. At June 30, 2024, if recognized, no tax benefits would impact the Company’s effective tax rate subject to valuation allowance. The Company does not expect that the liability for unrecognized benefits will change significantly within the next 12 months. Deflecto recognizes interest and penalties with respect to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense (benefit). Deflecto has identified no uncertain tax position for which it is reasonably possible that the total amount of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly increase or decrease within 12 months.

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

11.Retirement Plans

 

The Company's U.S. Subsidiaries participated in the Deflecto, LLC 401(k), a defined contribution plan for salaried and hourly employees. In order to participate in the Plan, employees must be at least 21 years old. The Company made contributions to the 401(k) totaling approximately $120 for the period ended June 30, 2024.

 

In addition, the Company contributes to a state sponsored retirement plan for its resident employees of China. Contributions are based on approximately 15% of participant base salaries for the period ended June 30, 2024.

 

12.Commitments and Contingencies

 

Litigation

 

The Company is not aware of any pending legal claims which require disclosure. The Company is party to various claims and legal actions arising in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, the ultimate disposition of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial position, results of operations or liquidity.

 

Parent Company Units

 

The Company's owner, Deflecto Holdings, LLC, has authorized the issuance of Class B Common Member units (or Profits Interests) constituting a profits interest in the Company to certain members of Company's management. There were 7,836 units issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2024. The Company determined any compensation expense would be immaterial and, therefore, no equity-based compensation has been recorded or deemed necessary for the period ended June 30, 2024.

 

13.Customer Concentrations

 

For the period ended June 30, 2024, no customers accounted for more than 10% of total sales.

 

14.Related-Party Transactions

 

The Company entered into a management services agreement with Edgewater Capital Growth Management IV, L.P. (Edgewater) and another related party. The annual fees are payable quarterly in advance from the Company and its Subsidiaries in an amount not to exceed $1,500 and seven percent (7%) of the Adjusted EBITDA of the Company and its Subsidiaries for the preceding calendar year. The Company incurred $758 of expense for the period ended June 30, 2024, related to this agreement, which is included in advisory fees on the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss. The Company also incurred $0 of directors fees to Edgewater and another related party for the period ended June 30, 2024. In addition, the management services agreement provides for additional fees relating to assistance with transactions, liquidity or financing events. At June 30, 2024, the Company has no amount due to related parties.

 

As disclosed in Note 9, the Company issued class D common stock to Evriholder, which was a sister company through common ownership.

 

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Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. and Subsidiaries

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

June 30, 2024

(In Thousands)

 

15.Subsequent Events

 

The Company has evaluated subsequent events occurring through April 30, 2024, which is the date that the Company's consolidated financial statements were approved to be issued, for events requiring recording or disclosure in the Company's consolidated financial statements.

 

On October 18, 2024, the Company was acquired by Acacia Research Company in a stock sale. The sale is being accounted for under ASC 805, Business Combinations.

 

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Exhibit 99.3

 

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

On October 18, 2024 (the “Closing Date’), Deflecto Holdco LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Acacia Research Corporation (the “Company” or “Acacia”), acquired Deflecto Acquisition, Inc. (“Deflecto”), pursuant to that certain Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Stock Purchase Agreement”) entered into on the same day with Deflecto Holdings, LLC and Evriholder Finance LLC (collectively, the “Sellers”), Deflecto and the Sellers’ Representative named therein. Pursuant to the Stock Purchase Agreement, Acacia purchased all of the issued and outstanding equity interests of Deflecto, upon the terms and subject to the conditions of the Stock Purchase Agreement (such purchase and sale, together with the other transactions contemplated by the Stock Purchase Agreement, the “Transaction”). The Transaction had a purchase price of $103.7 million (the “Purchase Price”), subject to customary post-closing adjustment. The Transaction was funded by a combination of Acacia’s cash and borrowings under the term loan. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Deflecto is a leading specialty manufacturer of essential products serving the commercial transportation, HVAC, and office markets. The Transaction closed simultaneously with the execution of the Stock Purchase Agreement on October 18, 2024.

 

As previously reported in the Company’s Form 8-K/A dated July 3, 2024, on April 17, 2024, Benchmark Energy II, LLC (together with its subsidiaries, “Benchmark”), a majority-owned subsidiary of the Acacia Research Corporation consummated the previously announced transactions contemplated in the Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated February 16, 2024, by and among Benchmark and Revolution Resources II, LLC, Revolution II NPI Holding Company, LLC, Jones Energy, LLC, Nosley Assets, LLC, Nosley Acquisition, LLC, and Nosley Midstream, LLC (collectively, “Revolution”). The impact of the acquisition of the assets and liabilities of Revolution have been reflected in the pro forma condensed Statement of Operations for the periods ended December 31, 2023 and June 30, 2024 as the results are already reflected in the consolidated Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2024. The Revolution acquisition was accounted for as an asset acquisition under Accounting Standards Codification 805, Business Combinations. The acquisition of Deflecto and Revolution are collectively referred to as the “Transactions”.

 

The following unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information are derived from the historical consolidated financial statements of Acacia and Deflecto, respectively, and reflects (i) the Transactions, which includes the impacts of (a) acquisition of Deflecto by Acacia, (b) the draw down on the term loan to fund the portion of the Purchase Price, and (c) the impact of the previously acquired assets of Revolution, as discussed above. Amounts presented in the “Transaction Adjustments” column reflect the accounting for acquisition of Deflecto by Acacia. Amounts presented in the “Financing Adjustments” column represent additional transactions to issue new debt.

 

The acquisition of Deflecto is being accounted for as a business combination under Accounting Standards Codification 805, Business Combinations. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet as of June 30, 2024 gives effect to the Transactions as if they had occurred as of June 30, 2024. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 and six months ended June 30, 2024 give effect to the Transactions as if they had occurred on January 1, 2023.

 

The unaudited pro forma combined financial information has been prepared using the acquisition of assets method of accounting for assets previously acquired from Revolution and the business combination method of accounting for the acquisition of Deflecto both under U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (US GAAP). The accounting for asset acquisitions is accounted for by using a cost accumulation model, where the cost of the acquisition is allocated to the assets acquired on the basis of relative fair values. The accounting for business combinations is accounted for by using a fair value model, where the assets and liabilities acquired are recorded on the basis of their assumed fair values. The process of valuing the net assets of Deflecto, as well as evaluating accounting policies for conformity, is preliminary in nature and subject to change.

 

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet and the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations have been derived from and should be read in conjunction with the following financial statements:

 

·The historical audited consolidated financial statements of Acacia as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023;

 

·The historical unaudited consolidated financial statements of Acacia as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2024;

 

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· The historical audited consolidated financial statements of Deflecto as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023;

 

· The historical unaudited consolidated financial statements of Deflecto as of and for the six months ended June 30, 2024; and

 

· The historical audited consolidated financial statements of Revolution II WI Holding Company LLC as of and for the year ended December 31, 2023.

 

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information was prepared in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X.

 

The pro forma adjustments are based on available information and upon assumptions that management believes are reasonable in order to reflect, on a pro forma basis, the effect of the Transactions on the historical financial information of Acacia. The adjustments are described in the notes to the unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet and the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations.

 

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information is included for informational purposes only. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information should not be relied upon as being indicative of our results of operations or financial condition had the Transactions occurred on the dates assumed. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information also does not project our results of operations or financial position for any future period or date, including, but not limited to, the anticipated realization of ongoing savings from potential operating efficiencies, cost savings, or economies of scale that the combined company may achieve with respect to the combined operations. Specifically, the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations does not include projected synergies expected to be achieved as a result of the Transactions and any associated costs that may be required to be incurred to achieve the identified synergies. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations also exclude the effects of costs of integration activities that may result from the acquisition.

 

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Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Balance Sheet

As of June 30, 2024

(in thousands, except shares and per share data)

 

Balance Sheet Pro Forma Adjustments

As of June 30, 2024

 

   Acacia Historical   Deflecto Historical   Transaction
Adjustments
   Financing
Adjustments
    Reclassification    Combined Pro
Formas
   
Current assets:                                  
Cash and cash equivalents   386,988    11,270    (59,898)(D)   47,418(C)          355,017   
    -    -    (21,391)(D)   -               
              46(B)                   
              (9,416)(D)                   
Equity Securities   18,174    -    -    -           18,174   
Equity securities without readily determinable fair value   5,816    -    -    -           5,816   
Equity Method Investment   30,934    -    -    -           30,934   
Accounts receivable, net   18,772    16,286    (581)(B)   -           34,477   
Inventories   12,289    18,642    762(B)   -           31,693   
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   20,961    2,635    1,803(B)   -     -     25,399   
Income tax receivable   -    82    (82)(B)   -     -     -   
Total current assets   493,934    48,915    (88,757)   47,418     -     501,510   
                                   
Property, plant and equipment, net   2,315    13,187    9,130(B)   -           24,632   
Oil and natural gas properties, net   192,587    -    -    -           192,587   
Goodwill   8,990    3,535    13,277(B)   -           26,392   
              592(F)                   
Other intangible assets, net   36,017    24,614    6,490(B)   -     -     67,121   
Operating lease, right-of-use assets   1,639    9,890    (1,049)(B)   -           10,480   
Deferred income tax assets, net   13,854    -    4,850(B)   -           18,370   
              (335)(F)                   
Other non-current assets   4,257    -    7,000(H)   -           11,257   
Total assets   753,593    100,141    (48,803)   47,418     -     852,349   
                                   
                                   
Current liabilities:                                  
Accounts Payable   3,191    9,011    (175)(B)   -           12,027   
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities   15,207    5,453    9,452(B)   -     647(A)    34,121   
              3,363(G)                   
Phantom equity liability             15,290(I)               15,290   
Current maturities of long-term debt   -    751    (751)(B)   -           -   
Current maturities of capital lease obligations   -    2,878    (264)(B)   -           2,614   
Accrued compensation   3,983    -    -    -           3,983   
Royalties and contingent legal fees payable   4,869    -    -    -           4,869   
Deferred revenue   911    -    -    -           911   
Asset retirement obligation   1,543    -    -    -           1,543   
Accrued loss contingency   14,500    -    -    -           14,500   
Income tax payable   -    69    578(B)   -     (647)(A)    -   
              -                    
Total current liabilities   44,204    18,162    27,492    -     -     89,858   
                                   
Long-term debt, net   -    20,648    (20,648)(D)   47,418(C)          47,418   
Asset retirement obligation   27,718    -    -    -           27,718   
Long-term lease liabilities   1,447    7,124    (771)(B)   -           7,800   
Revolving credit facility   82,000    -    -    -           82,000   
Deferred income taxes   -    2,072    365(B)   -           2,516   
              79(F)                   
Other long-term liabilities   1,479    -    178(F)   -           1,657   
Total liabilities   156,848    48,006    6,695    47,418     -     258,967   
                                   
Commitments and contingencies   -    -    -    -           -   
                                   
Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock   -    -    -    -           -   
                                   
Stockholder's equity                                  
Preferred stock, par value $0.001 per share; 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding   -    -    -    -           -   
Common stock, par value $0.001 per share; 300,000,000 shares authorized; 100,375,459 shares issued and outstanding as of June 30, 2024   100    -    -    -           100   
Treasury stock, at cost, 16,183,703 shares as of June 30, 2024   (98,258)   -    -    -           (98,258)  
Additional paid-in capital   907,215    126,736    (126,736)(E)   -           907,215   
Accumulated deficit   (248,361)   (72,217)   72,217(E)   -           (251,724)  
              (3,363)(G)                   
Accumulated other comprehensive income   -    (2,384)   2,384(E)   -           -   
Total Acacia Research Corporation stockholders' equity   560,696    52,135    (55,498)   -           557,333   
                                   
Noncontrolling interests   36,049    -    -    -           36,049   
                                   
Total stockholders' equity   596,745    52,135    (55,498)   -           593,382   
                                   
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity   753,593    100,141    (48,803)   47,418     -     852,349   

 

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Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statement of Operations

For the Year Ended December 31, 2023

(in thousands, except shares and per share data)

 

Income Statement Pro Forma Adjustments

Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2023

 

   Acacia Historical   Revolution
Acquisition
   Acacia, as
adjusted
   Deflecto
Historical
   Transaction
Adjustments
    Financing
Adjustments
   Reclassifications  Combined Pro
Formas
 
       (GG)                         
Revenues                                 
Intellectual property operations  89,156   -   89,156   -               89,156  
Industrial operations  35,098   -   35,098   -            131,754(AA) 166,852  
Energy operations  848   56,983   57,831   -               57,831  
Net Sales  -   -   -   131,754            (131,754)(AA) -  
Total revenues  125,102   56,983   182,085   131,754               313,839  
                                  
Costs and expenses                                 
Cost of revenues- intellectual property operations  34,164   -   34,164   -               34,164  
Cost of revenues- industrial operations  18,009   -   18,009   -   4,365(FF)       93,020(AA) 115,394  
Cost of revenues- energy operations  656   46,871   47,527   -               47,527  
Costs of sales, excluding depreciation and amortization  -   -   -   93,020            (93,020)(AA) -  
Engineering and development expenses- industrial operations  735   -   735   -            730(AA) 1,465  
Sales and marketing expenses- industrial operations  6,908   -   6,908   -            7,140(AA) 14,048  
Selling, general and administrative expenses  -   -   -   21,898            (21,898)(AA) -  
Depreciation  -   -   -   3,676   (3,676)(FF)       -  -  
Amortization  -   -   -   2,973   (2,973)(FF)       -  -  
Advisory fees  -   -   -   642            (642)(AA) -  
General and administrative expenses  43,694   365   44,059   -   3,363(EE)       642(AA) 62,092  
                            14,028(AA)    
Other  -   47   47   -               47  
Total costs and expenses  104,166   47,283   151,449   122,209               274,737  
                                  
Operating income (loss)  20,936   9,700   30,636   9,545               39,102  
                                  
Other income (expense)                                 
Equity securities investments:                                 
Change in fair value of equity securities  31,423   -   31,423   -               31,423  
(Loss) gain on sale of equity securities  (10,930)  -   (10,930)  -               (10,930
Earnings on equity investment in joint venture  4,167   -   4,167   -               4,167  
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)  24,660   -   24,660   -               24,660  
Change in fair value of the Series A and B warrants and embedded derivatives  8,241   -   8,241   -               8,241  
Gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange  53   -   53   -               53  
Interest expense  (1,930)  (7,542)  (9,472)  (2,307)       (3,791)(BB)     (13,263
                        2,307(DD)        
Interest income and other, net  15,466   133   15,599   -               15,599  
Interest income  -   -   -   40               40  
Other income (expense)  -   -   -   (407)              (407
Transaction expenses  -   -   -   (1,618)              (1,618
Total other income (expense)  46,490   (7,409)  39,081   (4,292)              33,305  
   -   -   -   -                  
Income (loss) before income taxes  67,426   2,291   69,717   5,253   (1,079)   (1,484)     72,407  
Income tax benefit (provision)  1,504   (400)  1,104   -   (45)(CC)       (2,503)(AA) (1,444
Provision for income taxes  -   -   -   (932)  (1,571)(HH)       2,503(AA) -  
Net income (loss) including noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries  68,930   1,891   70,821   4,321               70,963  
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries  (1,870)  (278)  (2,148)  -               (2,148
Net income attributable to Acacia Research Corporation  67,060   1,613   68,673   4,321               68,815  
                                  
Income (loss) per share                                 
Net income attributable to common stockholders - Basic  55,140                              
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - Basic  75,296,025                              
Basic net income per common share  0.73                              
                                  
Net income attributable to common stockholders - Diluted  53,208                              
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - Diluted  92,411,818                              
Diluted net income per common share  0.58                              

 

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Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statement of Operations

For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2024

(in thousands, except shares and per share data)

 

Income Statement Pro Forma Adjustments

Six Months Ended June 30, 2024

 

   Acacia Historical   Revolution
Acquisition
   Acacia, as
adjusted
   Deflecto
Historical
   Transaction
Adjustments
   Financing
Adjustments
   Reclassifications  Combined Pro
Formas
 
       (EEE)                         
Revenues                                
Intellectual property operations  18,956   -   18,956   -              18,956  
Industrial operations  15,176   -   15,176   -           65,688(AAA) 80,864  
Energy operations  16,026   18,507   34,533   -           -  34,533  
Net Sales  -   -   -   65,688           (65,688)(AAA) -  
Total revenues  50,158   18,507   68,665   65,688           -  134,353  
   -   -   -   -                 
Costs and expenses  -   -   -   -                 
Cost of revenues- intellectual property operations  12,766   -   12,766   -              12,766  
Cost of revenues- industrial operations  7,326   -   7,326   -   2,325(FFF)      44,872(AAA) 54,523  
Cost of revenues- energy operations  11,353   13,865   25,218   -              25,218  
Costs of sales, excluding depreciation and amortization  -   -   -   44,872           (44,872)(AAA) -  
Engineering and development expenses- industrial operations  312   -   312   -           430(AAA) 742  
Sales and marketing expenses- industrial operations  2,942   -   2,942   -           3,818(AAA) 6,760  
Selling, general and administrative expenses  -   -   -   11,833           (11,833)(AAA) -  
Depreciation  -   -   -   1,728   (1,728)(FFF)         -  
Amortization  -   -   -   1,563   (1,563)(FFF)         -  
Advisory fees  -   -   -   758           (758)(AAA) -  
General and administrative expenses  22,304   439   22,743   -           758(AAA) 31,086  
                           7,585(AAA)    
Other  -   -   -   -              -  
Total costs and expenses  57,003   14,304   71,307   60,754              131,095  
   -   -   -   -                 
Operating income (loss)  (6,845)  4,203   (2,642)  4,934              3,258  
   -   -   -   -                 
Other income (expense)  -   -   -   -                 
Equity securities investments:  -   -   -   -                 
Change in fair value of equity securities  (31,445)  -   (31,445)  -              (31,445 )
(Loss) gain on sale of equity securities  28,861   -   28,861   -              28,861  
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)  (2,584)  -   (2,584)  -              (2,584 )
Legal liability fee  (12,856)  -   -   -              -  
Change in fair value of the Series A and B warrants and embedded derivatives  -   -   -   -              -  
Gain (loss) on foreign currency exchange  (88)  -   (88)  -              (88 )
Interest expense  -   (2,232)  (2,232)  (999)      (1,896)(BBB)     (4,128 )
                       999(DDD)        
Interest income and other, net  5,185   -   5,185   -              5,185  
Interest income  -   -   -   17              17  
Other income (expense)  -   -   -   29              29  
Transaction expenses  -   -   -   -              -  
Total other income (expense)  (10,343)  (2,232)  281   (953)             (1,569 )
   -   -   -   -                 
Income (loss) before income taxes  (17,188)  1,971   (15,217)  3,981   966   (897)     (11,167 )
Income tax benefit (provision)  8,170   (414)  7,756   -   (368)(CCC)      505(AAA) 7,893  
Provision for income taxes  -   -   -   (505)          505(AAA) -  
                                 
Net income (loss) including noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries  (9,018)  1,557   (7,461)  3,476              (3,274 )
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries  386   (522)  (136)  -              (136 )
Net (loss) income attributable to Acacia Research Corporation  (8,632)  1,035   (7,597)  3,476              (3,410 )
                                 
Income (loss) per share                                
Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders - Basic  (8,632)                            
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - Basic  99,912,854                             
Basic net income (loss) per common share  (0.09)                            
                                 
Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders - Diluted  (8,632)                            
Weighted average number of shares outstanding - Diluted  99,912,854                             
Diluted net income (loss) per common share  (0.09)                            

 

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NOTES TO THE UNAUDITED PRO FORMA CONDENSED COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

1. Basis of Presentation

 

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information was prepared in accordance with Article 11 of Regulation S-X, and presents the pro forma financial condition and results of operations of Acacia based upon the historical financial information of Acacia, Revolution, and Deflecto after giving effect to the Transactions and related adjustments set forth in the notes to the unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information.

 

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet as of June 30, 2024, gives effect to the Transactions as if they had occurred on June 30, 2024. The unaudited pro forma condensed combined statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 and six months ended June 30, 2024, give effect to the Transactions as if they had occurred on January 1, 2023.

 

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information has been prepared assuming both the acquisition of assets method of accounting (Revolution) and the business combination method of accounting (Deflecto) in accordance with GAAP. The accounting for asset acquisitions is accounted for by using a cost accumulation model, where the cost of the acquisition is allocated to the assets acquired on the basis of relative fair values. The accounting for business combinations is accounted for by using a fair value model, where the assets and liabilities acquired are recorded on the basis of their assumed fair values. The pro forma financial information is based on preliminary accounting conclusions and are subject to potential revisions with further analysis.

 

The pro forma adjustments represent management’s estimates based on information available as of the date of this filing and are subject to change as additional information becomes available and additional analyses are performed. Acacia management considers this basis of presentation to be reasonable under the circumstances.

 

2. Notes to Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Balance Sheet

 

The following adjustments were made related to the unaudited pro forma condensed combined balance sheet as of June 30, 2024:

 

A.The following reclassifications were made to conform Deflecto’s financial statement presentation to Acacia’s financial statement presentation:

 

· The reclassification of $0.6 million of Deflecto’s Income Tax Payable to Accrued Expenses and Other Current Liabilities.

 

B.Reflects the preliminary purchase price allocation adjustments to record Deflecto’s assets and liabilities at their fair value based on the cash consideration conveyed. The table below summarizes the fair values of the assets and liabilities assumed.

 

Cash and cash equivalents  $11,316 
Accounts receivable, net  $15,705 
Inventories, net (inclusive of Fair Value step up)  $19,404 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets  $4,438 
Deferred income tax assets, net  $4,850  
Real & personal property  $22,317 
Right of use assets  $8,841 
Other intangible assets, net  $31,104 
Goodwill  $16,811  
Total Assets  $134,786  
      
Current lease liability  $2,614 
Long-term lease liability  $6,353 
Accounts payable  $8,836 
Accrued expenses  $14,905 
Income tax payable  $647 
Deferred income taxes  $2,437 
Total Liabilities  $35,792 

 

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C.Reflects the drawdown of $48.0 million on the amended term loan, net of the debt issuance costs of $0.6 million which will be deferred and amortized over the term of the loan, which is set to mature in October 2029.

 

D.Reflects the cash paid by Acacia to acquire Deflecto, inclusive of $59.9 million in cash paid to Deflecto’s former owners, $9.4 million in cash to fund escrow accounts, $21.4 million in existing debt payoff (inclusive of the Sellers Note) which was required to be paid off as a result of the acquisition under the terms of the debt agreements.

 

E.Reflects the elimination of the Additional paid-in capital, Accumulated deficit, and Accumulated other comprehensive income not recognized as a part of the acquisition of Deflecto.

 

F.Reflects the related income tax impact recognized as a result of the acquisition of Deflecto.

 

G.Represents the $3.4 million of direct and incremental transaction costs expected to be incurred by Acacia related to the acquisition of Deflecto. These costs are non-recurring.

 

H.Represents the $7.0 million indemnification asset recognized related to Canadian sales tax liabilities.

 

I.Represents the $15.3 million in phantom equity payments due to certain executives owners of the Deflecto and required to be paid as a result of the acquisition under the terms of the phantom equity agreements.

 

3. Notes to Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statement of Operations

 

The following adjustments were made related to the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023:

 

AA.The following reclassifications were made to conform Deflecto’s financial statement presentation to Acacia’s financial statement presentation:

 

· The reclassification of $131.8 million of Deflecto’s Net Sales to Industrial Operations.

 

· The reclassification of $93.0 million of Deflecto’s Cost of Sales, excluding Depreciation and Amortization to Cost of Revenues – Industrial Operations.

 

· The reclassification of $7.1 million, $0.7 million, and $14.0 of Deflecto’s Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses to Sales and Marketing Expenses – Industrial Operations, Engineering and Development Expenses – Industrial Operations, and General and Administrative Expenses, respectively.

 

· The reclassification of $0.6 million of Deflecto’s Advisory Fees to General and Administrative Expenses.

 

· The reclassification of $2.5 million of Deflecto’s Provision for Income Taxes to Income Tax Benefit (Provision).

 

BB.Reflects incremental interest expense related to the drawdown on the term loan, as presented at adjustment (C), calculated based on an estimated interest rate of 7.7%. An increase or decrease in the interest rate of 50 basis points would result in an increase or decrease in interest expense of $0.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2023. This adjustment also includes the amortization of debt issuance costs of $0.6 million over the estimated five-year period of the credit facility.

 

CC.Reflects the $0.05 million tax impact of associated with the Transaction and Financing Adjustments based on the statutory tax rate on a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis (21% in the United States, 25% in Canada, 21 % in the United Kingdom, 15% in China, and 25% in India). No tax benefit was recognized for transaction costs as they are non-deductible.

 

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DD.Reflects the $2.3 million of interest expense which will no longer be recognized as the associated debt was paid off in connection with the Transaction.

 

EE.Represents the $3.4 million of direct and incremental transaction costs incurred by Acacia related to the acquisition of Deflecto. These costs are non-recurring.

 

FF.Represents the elimination of the historical depreciation and amortization expense incurred by Deflecto of $3.7 million and $3.0 million, respectively, and recognition of depreciation and amortization expenses of $4.4 million expected to be incurred by Acacia as a result of the acquired fair value of the tangible and intangible assets acquired.

 

GG.Reflects the pro forma adjustments made in connection with the acquisition of the Revolution assets and liabilities on April 17, 2024, as previously disclosed in the Company’s Form 8-K/A dated July 3, 2024.

 

HH.Reflects the elimination of certain income tax valuation allowances that were recognized due to the cumulative income of the combined entities.

 

4. Notes to Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Statement of Operations

 

The following adjustments were made related to the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations for the six months ended June 30, 2024:

 

AAA.The following reclassifications were made to conform Deflecto’s financial statement presentation to Acacia’s financial statement presentation:

 

· The reclassification of $65.7 million of Deflecto’s Net Sales to Industrial Operations.

 

· The reclassification of $44.9 million of Deflecto’s Cost of Sales, excluding Depreciation and Amortization to Cost of Revenues – Industrial Operations.

 

· The reclassification of $3.8 million, $0.4 million, and $7.6 of Deflecto’s Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses to Sales and Marketing Expenses – Industrial Operations, Engineering and Development Expenses – Industrial Operations, and General and Administrative Expenses, respectively.

 

· The reclassification of $0.8 million of Deflecto’s Advisory Fees to General and Administrative Expenses.

 

· The reclassification of $0.5 million of Deflecto’s Provision for Income Taxes to Income Tax Benefit.

 

BBB.Reflects incremental interest expense related to the drawdown on the revolving credit facility, as presented at adjustment (C), calculated based on an estimated interest rate of 7.7%. An increase or decrease in the interest rate of 50 basis points would result in an increase or decrease in interest expense of $0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024. This adjustment also includes the amortization of debt issuance costs of $0.6 million over the estimated five-year period of the credit facility.

 

CCC.Reflects the $0.4 million tax impact of associated with the Transaction and Financing Adjustments based on the statutory tax rate on a jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction basis (21% in the United States, 25% in Canada, 21 % in the United Kingdom, 15% in China, and 25% in India). No tax benefit was recognized for transaction costs as they are non-deductible.

 

DDD.Reflects the $1.0 million of interest expense which will no longer be recognized as the associated debt was paid off in connection with the Transaction.

 

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EEE.See Note 6 for discussion of the impact of the previous acquisition of the Revolution assets and liabilities on April 17, 2024, as previously disclosed in the Company’s Form 8-K/A dated July 3, 2024.

 

FFF.Represents the elimination of the historical depreciation and amortization expense incurred by Deflecto of $1.7 million and $1.6 million, respectively, and recognition of depreciation and amortization expenses of $2.3 million expected to be incurred by Acacia as a result of the acquired fair value of the tangible and intangible assets acquired.

 

5. Unaudited Pro Forma Net Income Per Share

 

Acacia computes unaudited pro forma basic net income per share attributable to common stockholders using the two-class method required for capital structures that include participating securities. Under the two-class method, securities that participate in non-forfeitable dividends, such as the Acacia’s outstanding unvested restricted stock and Series A Redeemable Convertible Preferred Stock, are considered participating securities and are allocated a portion of the Acacia’s earnings.

 

Unaudited basic net income per share of common stock is computed by dividing unaudited pro forma net income attributable to common stockholders by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding for the period. Unaudited pro forma diluted net income per share of common stock is computed by dividing unaudited pro forma net income attributable to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common and dilutive common equivalent shares outstanding for the period using the treasury stock method or the as-converted method, or the two-class method for participating securities, whichever is more dilutive.

 

   For the Twelve Months
Ended
 
(In thousands, except share and per share data)  December 31, 2023 
Numerator     
Pro forma net profit (loss) - basic and diluted   68,815 
Less:     
Dividend on Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock   (1,400)
Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock   (3,230)
Return on Settlement of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock   (3,377)
Undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities   (4,029)
Net earnings (loss) allocated to common shares   56,779 
      
Denominator     
Pro forma weighted average shares of common stock outstanding - basic   75,296,025 
Pro forma basic earnings (loss) per share   0.75 
Add:     
Interest expense associated with Starboard Notes   1,518 
Undistributed earnings allocated to participating securities   4,029 
Less:     
Change in fair value and gain on exercise of dilutive Series B warrants   (4,287)
Reallocation of undistributed earnings to participating securities   (3,172)
Net earnings (loss) allocated to common shares - diluted   54,867 
      
Denominator     
Pro forma weighted average shares of common stock outstanding - basic   92,411,818 
Pro forma basic earnings (loss) per share - diluted   0.59 

 

   For the Six Months
Ended
 
(In thousands, except share and per share data)  June 30, 2024 
Numerator     
Pro forma net profit (loss) - basic and diluted   (3,410)
Less:     
Dividend on Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock   - 
Accretion of Series A redeemable convertible preferred stock   - 
Net earnings (loss) allocated to common shares   (3,410)
Net earnings (loss) allocated to common shares - diluted   (3,410)
      
Denominator     
Pro forma weighted average shares of common stock outstanding - basic   99,912,854 
Pro forma basic earnings (loss) per share   (0.03)
      
Denominator     
Pro forma weighted average shares of common stock outstanding - basic   99,912,854 
Pro forma basic earnings (loss) per share - diluted   (0.03)

 

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6. Pro Forma Adjustments for Revolution Acquisition

 

The results of operations of Revolution are recorded in Acacia’s financial statements effective April 18, 2024 (the day post-closing) and therefore we have reflected adjustments to the unaudited pro forma condensed combined statements of operations for the period ended June 30, 2024 to reflect the pre-acquisition period.

 

Financial Statement Line Item  January 1, 2024
through March 31,
2024
   April 1, 2024 through
April 17, 2024
   Adjustments   January 1, 2024
through April 17,
2024
 
Energy operations  $15,501   $3,006   $-   $18,507 
Cost of revenues -energy operations  $9,931   $1,412   $2,522 (1)  $13,865 
General and administrative expense  $439   $-   $-   $439 
Other  $235   $-   $(235)(2)  $- 
Interest expense  $(1,374)  $-   $(858)(3)  $(2,232)
Interest income and other, net  $(715)  $-   $715 (4)  $- 
Income tax expense                 $(414)(5)
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries                 $(522)(6)

 

(1)Represents the increase in depletion and amortization of the acquired oil and gas properties acquired as a result of an increase in the allocation fair value as previously disclosed in the Company’s Form 8-K/A dated July 3, 2024.

 

(2)The loss on the divestiture of the oil and gas properties which took place prior to the acquisition of the Revolution assets is not attributable to the oil and gas properties acquired and therefore not recognized.

 

(3)Represents the net increase in interest expense as a result of the payoff of the previous loan and drawdown on the new debt as previously disclosed in the Company’s Form 8-K/A dated July 3, 2024.

 

(4)The loss on derivatives is not attributable to the oil and gas properties which were acquired and therefore not recognized.

 

(5)Represents the income tax expense recognized at the Corporate Statutory tax rate of 21%.

 

(6)Represents the net income attributable to noncontrolling interest. As previously disclosed in the Company’s Form 8-K/A dated July 3, 2024, Acacia has a 73.5% interest in Benchmark, the majority-owned subsidiary of Acacia which was the acquiror of the Revolution assets.

 

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