Armada Acquisition Corp. II Announces Initial Public Offering

Philadelphia – (Business Wire) – Armada Acquisition Corp. II (referred to as the “Company” or “AACIU”) has officially announced its first public offering, featuring 20,000,000 units priced at $10.00 each. These units are set to be listed on the Nasdaq stock market starting May 21, 2025, under the ticker symbol “AACIU“. Each unit is comprised of one Class A share and half of a warrant, with each full warrant granting the holder the right to purchase a Class A share at a price of $11.50, subject to adjustment. The Class A shares and warrants will trade separately under the symbols “AACU” and “AACUW,” respectively, once they commence trading.

Investment Focus and Strategic Goals

AACIU is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) formed with the aim of merging, acquiring, or combining with other entities. The Company intends to focus its acquisition efforts primarily on sectors such as fintech (financial technology), software as a service (SaaS), and generative artificial intelligence (AI), areas which are expected to provide significant growth potential and align with the Company’s strategic objectives.

Management Team Overview

The leadership team at AACIU comprises experienced professionals, including Stephen P. Herbert as President and Chief Executive Officer, Douglas Lurio as Financial Director and President, and several Directors, including Mohammad A. Khan, Thomas (TAD) A. Decker, and Celso L. White. This seasoned management team brings a wealth of experience in various industries, positioning the Company for success in its future endeavors.

Underwriters and Offering Details

The offering is being managed by Cohen & Company Capital Markets, which acts as the lead underwriter, while Northland Capital Markets serves as the bookrunner. In addition, the Company has granted underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to 3,000,000 additional units at the initial public offering price, to cover any potential over-allotments. The expected closing date for the offering is May 22, 2025, pending customary closing conditions.

Prospectus and Compliance

The offering is conducted under the guidance of a detailed prospectus. Copies of this prospectus will be available upon request from Cohen & Company Capital Markets in New York or Northland Securities in Minneapolis. The registration statement related to the securities was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and became effective on May 20, 2025. The details shared in this release do not constitute an offer to sell or solicitation to buy securities outside of legally permissible regions.

Forward-Looking Statements

This announcement includes “forward-looking statements” regarding the IPO and the intended use of its net proceeds. There can be no guarantees that the offering will be completed as outlined or that the proceeds will be utilized as planned. These forward-looking statements are subject to various uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those discussed in the risk factors outlined in the registration statement and preliminary prospectus available on the SEC’s website.

About Armada Acquisition Corp. II

Armada Acquisition Corp. II is a special acquisition entity formed to engage in mergers, asset acquisitions, restructurings, or partnerships with one or more companies. While it can explore opportunities across various industries and regions, AACIU aims to focus on prospects in fintech, SaaS, and AI, which exhibit substantial growth driving potential. Established on October 3, 2024, the Company is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.