Charlton Aria signs business combination deal with KQC Quantum at $80 million pre-money value
CHAR•KQC Quantum agreed to combine with Charlton Aria Acquisition Corporation at an $80 million pre-money equity value, with shares priced at $11. The deal includes a $30 million minimum cash condition and is targeted to close in the first half of 2027.
1. Deal terms
KQC Quantum agreed to combine with Charlton Aria Acquisition Corporation, taking KQC to Nasdaq under ticker KQC. The deal values KQC at an $80 million pre-money equity value, and shares in the combined company are priced at $11.
2. Cash and timing
Charlton Aria’s trust held about $93.5 million as of Sept. 25, 2026, while closing cash will depend on redemptions. The combination has a $30 million minimum cash condition, and KQC shareholders will roll over 100% of their equity. Closing is targeted for the first half of 2027; with no redemptions, KQC holders are projected to own about 37% of the combined company.
