RCB Equities 1, LLC, a ten percent owner of Nauticus Robotics, Inc. (NASDAQ: KITT), executed a complex series of transactions on June 1, 2026, according to a recent Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing. The firm simultaneously engaged in a direct equity sale and a substantial conversion of debt into equity, signaling a strategic shift in its position within the underwater robotics sector.
On the specified date, RCB Equities 1, LLC sold 32,539 shares of Nauticus Robotics common stock through an open-market transaction. The shares were offloaded at a price of $2.021 per share, resulting in total proceeds of approximately $65,761. Following this divestment, the firm's direct holdings in the company's common stock stood at 782,829 shares.
Earlier on the same day, RCB Equities 1, LLC initiated the conversion of $1,000,000 in outstanding principal under a Senior Secured Term Loan Agreement into 555,556 shares of Nauticus Robotics common stock. This conversion was executed at a fixed rate of $1.80 per share, a pricing mechanism available for conversion notices delivered on or before June 15, 2026. Prior to this equity infusion, the firm beneficially owned approximately 259,812 shares of common stock. The conversion process was effective immediately upon the delivery of notice.
Following the conversion of the senior secured term loan, the remaining outstanding balance of the loan held by RCB Equities 1, LLC is reported as $5,300,000, subject to confirmation from official loan records. This financial maneuvering occurs against a backdrop of severe stock depreciation for Nauticus Robotics. The company's stock has declined sharply, currently trading at $0.87, which is near its 52-week low and represents a loss of nearly 99% over the past year.
While InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock may be undervalued at current levels, with Fair Value estimates positioned above the trading price, the company's recent financial results highlight ongoing operational challenges. Nauticus Robotics reported a net loss of $9.3 million for the first quarter of 2026. Although this figure represents an improvement from the previous quarter, it marks an increase compared to the same period last year. The company's revenue remained unchanged year-over-year at $0.2 million, indicating persistent seasonal weakness in its offshore operations.
In a broader effort to manage its financial structure, Nauticus Robotics also announced the conversion of approximately $4.0 million of outstanding debt into equity. This conversion was facilitated through an exchange agreement with an existing lender, resulting in the issuance of 4,800 shares of Series C Convertible Preferred Stock. These developments reflect the company's ongoing efforts to navigate financial challenges while pursuing innovation in its field.