WinVest Acquisition Corp. Extends SPAC Deadline to September 2026, Secures $180K Sponsor Loan

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WinVest Acquisition Corp. received shareholder approval to extend its deadline to complete a business combination until September 17, 2026, supported by a $180,000 promissory note from its sponsor, though redemptions reduced the trust account.

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• Business Combination Deadline Extended

  Stockholders approved an amendment to extend the deadline for WinVest Acquisition Corp. to complete an initial business combination from March 17, 2026, to April 17, 2026, with the possibility of up to five additional one-month extensions until September 17, 2026.

• Sponsor Provides Promissory Note

  The company's sponsor, WinVest SPAC LLC, issued an unsecured, non-interest-bearing promissory note for up to $180,000 to fund the trust account for these extensions. An initial $30,000 has already been drawn and deposited.

• Trust Agreement Amended

  The Investment Management Trust Agreement was amended to reflect the extended liquidation date, aligning with the new business combination deadline.

• Share Redemptions Occurred

  In connection with the extension vote, holders of 14,086 public shares exercised their right to redeem their shares for approximately $13.65 per share, totaling $192,276.22, reducing the trust account balance to $2,811,251.63 and outstanding public shares to 205,950.

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WinVest Acquisition Corp. has secured an extension for its business combination deadline until September 17, 2026, following shareholder approval. This extension is supported by a non-interest-bearing promissory note of up to $180,000 from its sponsor, with an initial $30,000 already deposited into the trust account. While the sponsor's commitment provides additional runway, the extension prolongs uncertainty regarding a potential merger. Furthermore, the redemption of 14,086 public shares, totaling approximately $192,276, has reduced the capital remaining in the trust account, which could impact the size or terms of a future business combination.