OpenAI's Groundbreaking IPO: A Leap into Public Markets

OpenAI is contemplating an IPO that could value the company at up to $1 trillion. Discussions about raising $60 billion have emerged, with a potential stock market debut as early as late 2026. This move follows a major restructuring and signals increased urgency to leverage public markets.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 30-10-2025 05:32 IST | Created: 30-10-2025 05:32 IST
OpenAI's Groundbreaking IPO: A Leap into Public Markets
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OpenAI, the innovative ChatGPT maker, is planning one of the largest initial public offerings (IPO) in history, with a valuation that could soar to $1 trillion, insiders have revealed.

Preliminary talks suggest that the company might seek to raise a minimum of $60 billion, targeting a listing between late 2026 and 2027. The decision follows a strategic restructuring that reduces reliance on Microsoft, opening pathways to public market capital.

CEO Sam Altman highlighted the importance of public listing for future capital needs. Significant shareholders, including SoftBank and Microsoft, stand to gain from this potential shift, amid an AI-fueled stock market surge.

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