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D. Boral ARC Acquisition I Corp.

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Business Summary

D. Boral ARC Acquisition I Corp. (BCAR) is a blank check company, incorporated in the British Virgin Islands on March 20, 2025, formed for the purpose of effecting a business combination with one or more businesses . The company's business model is centered on identifying and acquiring a target business, leveraging the extensive expertise of its management team and sponsor's network in SPAC advisory and investment banking . BCAR does not generate operating revenues and its primary income source is interest earned on cash and marketable securities held in a trust account . The company's core strategy focuses on identifying businesses with attractive competitive positions, knowledgeable management, high revenue growth potential, ability to generate future profits and free cash flows, and scalability across multiple geographies, particularly in technology, healthcare, and logistics industries .

The company's leadership team possesses over 30 years of combined expertise in private equity investing and investment banking, with a specialization in SPAC transactions, having led or advised on more than 65 SPAC transactions with a combined value exceeding $7 billion since 2020 . This experience spans the full lifecycle of SPAC transactions, from initial formation and IPO to target identification, due diligence, negotiation, and successful business combination closings across diverse industries and global markets . David Boral, Chairman and CEO, previously served as Co-President and Director of EF Hutton Acquisition Corporation I, which completed its business combination in December 2023 . John Darwin, CFO and Director, served as Co-CEO and Director of Northern Lights Acquisition Corp., which completed its business combination in September 2022 .

For the period from March 20, 2025 (inception) through December 31, 2025, BCAR reported a net income of $4,455,970 . This net income was primarily driven by interest earned on cash held of $4,776,628 , offset by formation and operating costs of $320,658 . The basic and diluted net income per ordinary share for both Class A and Class B ordinary shares was $0.16 . As of December 31, 2025, the company had cash of $420,340 and a working capital of $585,863 . Cash held in the trust account totaled approximately $284,776,628 . The company has no long-term debt, capital lease obligations, operating lease obligations, or long-term liabilities, other than an agreement to pay its Sponsor $20,000 per month for office space and administrative support .

A significant operational development occurred on January 11, 2026, when the company entered into an Agreement and Plan of Merger (the "Merger Agreement") with Exascale Labs Inc. . Pursuant to this agreement, BCAR will reincorporate in Delaware by merging with D. Boral ARC Merger Corporation ("PubCo"), with PubCo as the surviving publicly traded entity, and then D. Boral Arc Merger Sub Inc. will merge with Exascale, making Exascale a wholly-owned subsidiary of PubCo . The aggregate consideration for the Acquisition Merger is $500,000,000, payable in the form of 50,000,000 newly issued shares of common stock of PubCo valued at $10.00 per share to Exascale and its shareholders .

Business Outlook

BCAR's primary outlook is centered on the successful consummation of its initial business combination with Exascale Labs Inc., as detailed in the Merger Agreement entered into on January 11, 2026 . The aggregate consideration for this acquisition is $500,000,000, to be paid in the form of 50,000,000 newly issued shares of common stock of PubCo, valued at $10.00 per share, to Exascale and its shareholders . The transaction involves a two-step process: BCAR will reincorporate in Delaware by merging into PubCo, which will be the surviving publicly traded entity, and subsequently, Merger Sub will merge into Exascale, making Exascale a wholly-owned subsidiary of PubCo .

The company intends to use cash from the proceeds of its Initial Public Offering and the private placement of private units, proceeds from the sale of shares in connection with the business combination, shares issued to target owners, debt issued to lenders or target owners, or a combination thereof, to effectuate its initial business combination . The funds held outside of the Trust Account are specifically designated for identifying and evaluating prospective acquisition candidates, performing business due diligence, travel, reviewing corporate documents, and structuring and consummating the Business Combination . Interest income earned on the investments in the Trust Account is unavailable to fund operating expenses .

Regarding its cost structure, BCAR expects to continue incurring significant costs in pursuit of its initial business combination . As a public company, it anticipates increased expenses for legal, financial reporting, accounting, and auditing compliance, as well as for due diligence . The company has an agreement to pay its Sponsor $20,000 per month for office space, utilities, and secretarial and administrative support, which commenced on July 31, 2025, and will continue until the completion of the business combination or liquidation .

The company's capital allocation plans include the potential for Working Capital Loans from the Sponsor or affiliates, or officers and directors, to finance transaction costs in connection with a Business Combination . Up to $2,500,000 of such loans may be convertible into private units at a price of $10.00 per unit at the lender's discretion . No amounts under such loans have been drawn as of December 31, 2025 . The company has not paid any cash dividends to date and does not intend to prior to the completion of an initial business combination, with future dividend payments dependent on revenues, earnings, capital requirements, and financial condition post-combination . The board's present intention is to retain all earnings for business operations and does not anticipate declaring any dividends in the foreseeable future .

BCAR has a defined timeframe to complete its initial business combination, which is 18 months from the closing of its IPO, with one three-month extension option at the sponsor's discretion, or until an earlier liquidation date approved by the board . If the company is unable to consummate a business combination within this period, it will cease all operations, redeem 100% of the public shares at a per-share price equal to the aggregate amount in the trust account (less taxes and up to $100,000 for dissolution expenses), and then liquidate and dissolve . The pro rata redemption price is expected to be approximately $10.00 per public share .

Risk Factors

The company faces material risks primarily related to its status as a blank check company and its ability to complete an initial business combination. The independent registered public accounting firm's report contains an explanatory paragraph expressing substantial doubt about the company's ability to continue as a "going concern" , given its current cash of $420,340 and working capital of $585,863 as of December 31, 2025, and the expectation of significant costs in pursuing a business combination . If a business combination is not consummated within the Combination Period, the company will cease operations and redeem public shares . Competition from other entities with similar business objectives, including other SPACs, private equity groups, and public companies, may impact the attractiveness of acquisition terms . Many competitors possess financial, technical, human, and other resources similar to or greater than BCAR . The obligation to pay cash for redemption rights may reduce resources for a business combination, and the future dilution from outstanding warrants may be viewed unfavorably by target businesses, potentially placing BCAR at a competitive disadvantage . Furthermore, the ongoing geopolitical instability from the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the Israel-Hamas conflict could lead to market disruptions, volatility in commodity prices, credit and capital markets, supply chain interruptions, and increased cyber-attacks, which could adversely affect the company's search for and consummation of an initial business combination . Conflicts of interest may arise due to the management team's and sponsor's ownership of founder shares and private units, creating an incentive to complete a transaction even if the target subsequently declines in value .

Management Priorities

Management's message emphasizes the company's strategic focus as a blank check company to identify and acquire a business that aligns with and enhances the extensive expertise of its leadership team, particularly in the technology, healthcare, and logistics industries. The team intends to leverage its sponsor's robust network and its own comprehensive industry relationships in SPAC advisory and investment banking to generate a pipeline of compelling business combination opportunities . A key strategic priority is the disciplined process of target identification, due diligence, and transaction evaluation, which commenced immediately following the IPO . Management has already taken a significant step towards this goal by entering into a Merger Agreement with Exascale Labs Inc. on January 11, 2026, for an aggregate consideration of $500,000,000 . Another strategic priority is to manage the company's financial resources effectively, including the $284,776,628 held in the trust account, while incurring significant costs in pursuit of the business combination . The company is committed to completing its initial business combination within 18 months from the IPO closing, with a potential three-month extension, to avoid liquidation and redemption of public shares at approximately $10.00 per share .

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References

  1. [1] Item 1, Business — Overview
  2. [2] Item 1, Business — Business Strategy
  3. [3] Item 7, MD&A — Results of Operations
  4. [4] Item 1, Business — Business Strategy
  5. [5] Item 1, Business — Competitive Strengths
  6. [6] Item 1, Business — Competitive Strengths
  7. [7] Item 10, Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
  8. [8] Item 10, Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
  9. [9] Item 7, MD&A — Results of Operations
  10. [10] Item 7, MD&A — Results of Operations
  11. [11] Item 7, MD&A — Results of Operations
  12. [12] Item 7, MD&A — Results of Operations
  13. [13] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  14. [14] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  15. [15] Item 1, Business — Initial Public Offering and Private Placement
  16. [16] Item 7, MD&A — Contractual Obligations
  17. [17] Item 7, MD&A — Recent Developments
  18. [18] Item 7, MD&A — Recent Developments
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  23. [23] Item 7, MD&A — Overview
  24. [24] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  25. [25] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  26. [26] Item 7, MD&A — Overview
  27. [27] Item 7, MD&A — Results of Operations
  28. [28] Item 7, MD&A — Contractual Obligations
  29. [29] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  30. [30] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  31. [31] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  32. [32] Item 5, Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Shareholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
  33. [33] Item 5, Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Shareholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
  34. [34] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  35. [35] Item 7, MD&A — Liquidity, Capital Resources and Going Concern Consideration
  36. [36] Item 1, Business — Initial Business Combination
  37. [37] Item 1A, Risk Factors
  38. [38] Item 1A, Risk Factors
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  42. [42] Item 1, Business — Competition
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  45. [45] Item 8, Note 2 — Risks and Uncertainties
  46. [46] Item 10, Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance — Conflicts of Interest
  47. [47] Item 1, Business — Business Strategy
  48. [48] Item 1, Business — Business Strategy
  49. [49] Item 7, MD&A — Recent Developments
  50. [50] Item 1, Business — Initial Public Offering and Private Placement
  51. [51] Item 7, MD&A — Overview
  52. [52] Item 1, Business — Initial Business Combination

Analysis on 5/22/2026