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10-Q: BYRN INC. Reports Q3 Losses, Eyes Reverse Merger

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Quarterly Report


BYRN INC., a dormant shell company, reported continued operating losses in Q3 2025 and is actively seeking a reverse merger to acquire an operating business, facing significant financial and operational challenges.

Capital raiseThe company explicitly states it will need to raise additional funds to finance working capital needs and as a condition of closing any reverse merger acquisition.Historically, capital has been raised through private placements and short-term loans, and the company intends to continue this practice.Future capital raises are expected to involve the issuance of debt or equity securities, which will be very dilutive to current shareholders.The company has also paid for consulting services with common stock in the past and intends to continue this practice where feasible.
Worse than expectedThe company continues to incur operating losses, with the year-to-date net loss increasing from $25,905 in 2024 to $28,582 in 2025.The accumulated deficit has grown to over $117.5 million, and the total stockholders' deficit has worsened from $(56,586) to $(85,168).Material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting were identified, indicating significant deficiencies in the company's financial oversight and governance structure.The company has no assets and continues to rely solely on related party loans for funding, highlighting its precarious financial position and going concern risk.

Summary

  • BYRN INC. is a dormant Nevada corporation with no current operations or revenue, focused on identifying viable business opportunities within the U.S., including potential acquisitions via reverse merger.
  • The company reported a net loss of $3,700 for the three months ended September 30, 2025, a decrease from $21,796 for the same period in 2024.
  • For the nine months ended September 30, 2025, the net loss was $28,582, an increase from $25,905 for the nine months ended September 30, 2024.
  • As of September 30, 2025, the company had total assets of $0 and total liabilities of $85,168, resulting in a total stockholders' deficit of $85,168.
  • The accumulated deficit reached $117,550,693 as of September 30, 2025, up from $117,522,111 at December 31, 2024.
  • The company has a working capital deficit of $85,168 as of September 30, 2025, and no cash or cash equivalents.
  • Funding for operations is currently provided by interest-free demand loans from David Lazar, a related party, with $82,635 due to him as of September 30, 2025.
  • Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of September 30, 2025, and identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting.

Sentiment

Score: 2

Explanation: The sentiment is very negative due to the company's dormant status, complete lack of revenue and assets, significant and growing accumulated deficit, reliance on related party funding, and identified material weaknesses in internal controls. While quarterly losses decreased, the overall financial health and operational prospects remain extremely poor and highly speculative.

Positives

  • The net loss for the three months ended September 30, 2025, decreased to $3,700 from $21,796 in the prior year's comparable period.

Negatives

  • The company has no operations or revenue and is currently a dormant shell.
  • A significant accumulated deficit of $117,550,693 as of September 30, 2025, indicates substantial historical losses.
  • The company operates with a working capital deficit of $85,168 and no cash, raising substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern.
  • Reliance on interest-free demand loans from a related party (David Lazar) for funding operations.
  • Management concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of September 30, 2025.
  • Material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting include insufficient segregation of duties, absence of an independent board of directors or audit committee, and lack of written internal control policies and procedures.

Risks

  • The company's ability to continue as a going concern is in substantial doubt due to significant operating losses and a working capital deficit.
  • Inability to identify and acquire a viable operating business through a reverse merger or similar transaction.
  • Competition from other firms seeking business opportunities at discounted rates.
  • Risks inherent in acquiring a financially unstable or early-stage entity, or a business in an industry with limited management experience.
  • Lack of diversification, as the company anticipates only being able to effect one business combination due to limited capital.
  • Significant dilution to current shareholders from future issuances of equity or convertible debt securities required for a reverse merger or to fund operations.
  • Inability to obtain additional financing on acceptable terms, or at all, which could severely restrict business operations.
  • Continued operating losses in the next 12 months, primarily from SEC reporting obligations.
  • Risks associated with an evolving and unpredictable business model, recognition of revenue sources, and management of growth.
  • Material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including insufficient segregation of duties, lack of an independent board/audit committee, and absence of written policies.

Future Outlook

Management intends to explore and identify viable business opportunities within the U.S., including seeking to acquire an operating entity through a reverse merger, asset purchase, or similar transaction. The company anticipates incurring operating losses in the next 12 months, primarily related to SEC reporting obligations and costs associated with investigating potential business combinations. It expects to need additional capital, likely through debt or equity issuances, which will be dilutive to current shareholders, as a condition of closing any acquisition.

Management Comments

  • Management intends to explore and identify business opportunities within the U.S., including a potential acquisition of an operating entity through a reverse merger, asset purchase or similar transaction.
  • Our Chief Executive Officer has experience in business consulting, although no assurances can be given that he can identify and implement a viable business strategy or that any such strategy will result in profits.
  • We do not currently engage in any business activities that provide revenue or cash flow.
  • We plan to rectify internal control weaknesses by implementing an independent board of directors, establishing written policies and procedures for our internal control of financial reporting, and hiring additional accounting personnel at such time as we complete a reverse merger or similar business acquisition.

Industry Context

BYRN INC. operates as a shell company, a common vehicle for private companies to go public through a reverse merger without undergoing a traditional initial public offering (IPO). The market for such acquisitions is competitive, with many firms seeking opportunities, potentially at discounted rates. The company's lack of operations and revenue is typical for a shell, but its significant accumulated deficit and internal control weaknesses highlight the inherent risks in this segment, particularly for investors seeking established operational value.

Comparison to Industry Standards

  • The company's dormant status and lack of revenue are consistent with its classification as a shell company, which is not unusual in the context of reverse merger strategies.
  • The significant accumulated deficit of over $117 million and the ongoing working capital deficit are concerning, indicating a history of financial underperformance that is below the standard for a healthy operating company.
  • The identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including insufficient segregation of duties, absence of an independent board or audit committee, and lack of written policies, fall significantly below best practices and regulatory expectations for corporate governance and financial integrity, even for smaller reporting companies.
  • Reliance on a single related party for funding is a common characteristic of early-stage or distressed entities but represents a heightened risk compared to companies with diversified funding sources or robust operational cash flows.

Corporate Governance

Change TypeDescriptionEffective DateImpact Assessment
Identified Material WeaknessInsufficient segregation of duties within accounting functions due to only having one officer and limited resources.September 30, 2025Increases risk of errors and fraud in financial reporting. Management plans to rectify this by hiring additional accounting personnel after a reverse merger.
Identified Material WeaknessAbsence of an independent board of directors or an audit committee.September 30, 2025Weakens oversight and governance, increasing risk of management override and lack of independent review. Management plans to implement an independent board after a reverse merger.
Identified Material WeaknessLack of written documentation of internal control policies and procedures.September 30, 2025Hinders consistent application of controls and makes evaluation difficult. Management plans to establish written policies and procedures after a reverse merger.

Related Party Transactions

  • David Lazar, the company's Court-appointed custodian, extended $3,700 in interest-free demand loans to the company during the three months ended September 30, 2025.
  • As of September 30, 2025, the total amount due to Mr. Lazar was $82,635, an increase from $43,234 as of December 31, 2024.

Stakeholder Impact

  • Shareholders face significant dilution risk from future equity issuances required for a reverse merger or to fund operations.
  • Creditors, particularly David Lazar, are currently the sole source of funding, indicating high reliance on a single related party.
  • Potential employees of an acquired business would be subject to the risks inherent in a financially unstable or early-stage entity.

Next Steps

  • Develop and implement a viable business plan.
  • Explore and identify business opportunities within the U.S.
  • Seek to acquire an operating entity through a reverse merger, asset purchase, or similar transaction.
  • Raise additional funds through debt or equity issuances to finance working capital and potential acquisitions.
  • Implement an independent board of directors.
  • Establish written policies and procedures for internal control over financial reporting.
  • Hire additional accounting personnel to address segregation of duties weaknesses.

Key Dates

DateDescription
April 2011Company (f/k/a Byrn, Inc.) formed as a Nevada corporation.
August 10, 2011Holders of common stock voted to amend Articles of Incorporation to increase authorized shares.
March 22, 2013Beginning of dormant period for the company.
December 26, 2019End of dormant period for the company.
December 27, 2019Custodian Ventures, LLC, controlled by David Lazar, appointed as custodian by the Nevada Court.
December 31, 2019David Lazar became the only Director and Officer (President, Treasurer, Secretary).
April 5, 2020Company granted David Lazar 10,000,000 preferred shares with super-voting rights.
September 10, 2020Company filed a Certificate of Designation changing conversion and voting rights of Series A preferred stock.
September 23, 202010,000,000 Series A Convertible Preferred Stock transferred from Custodian Ventures, LLC to FiveT Capital Holding AG, making FiveT the controlling shareholder. David Lazar released the company from all debts and resigned as director and officer.
November 24, 2020Quture International, Inc. amended its articles of incorporation to change its name to Born, Inc. and reverse split its common stock at a rate of 1 for 1,000, reducing authorized common shares.
December 1, 2020FINRA declared the Name Change and Reverse effective.
February 2, 2021Company changed its fiscal year end to December 31.
February 16, 2021Company entered into a share exchange agreement with Alkeon Creators, Inc., which was later voided.
February 2021Company considered a dormant shell after the Alkeon transaction was voided.
July 2023Company went into custodianship.
January 14, 2024Eighth Judicial District Court issued an Order Barring Unasserted Claims against Born, Inc.
July 16, 2024Company changed its name to Byrn Inc.
December 31, 2024Previous fiscal year end.
September 30, 2025End of the current quarterly reporting period.
October 21, 2025Date of filing of the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and cut-off for subsequent events evaluation.

Recommendation

strong sell

BYRN INC. is a dormant shell company with no operations, no revenue, and no assets. It carries a substantial accumulated deficit of over $117 million and faces significant going concern risk. The company relies entirely on related party loans for funding and has identified material weaknesses in its internal controls and corporate governance. While it aims to acquire an operating business via reverse merger, this strategy is highly speculative, carries substantial dilution risk for existing shareholders, and offers no guarantee of success or profitability. The current financial state and operational uncertainty make it an extremely high-risk investment with a very low probability of positive returns for a seasoned investor.

Keywords

BYRN INC, 10-Q, Quarterly Report, SEC Filing, Shell Company, Reverse Merger, Financial Deficit, Operating Losses, Related Party Loans, Internal Controls, Corporate Governance, Going Concern, Dilution Risk, Strategic Acquisition

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