Market skepticism grows over Anthropic's IPO timing and valuation amid AI boom

Following Anthropic's IPO filing, analysts highlighted the IPO as a critical test of AI market valuations, comparing it to SpaceX's record-setting IPO. Despite high valuation estimates, uncertainty about profitability and market conditions led to increased skepticism, reflected in the market's firm pricing on no IPO by June 30, 2026.

Analysts highlight Anthropic IPO as key test of AI market valuations

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 92%4%

Market analysts noted that Anthropic's upcoming IPO would be a major test of investor appetite for frontier AI companies, with valuations near $1 trillion. This commentary reinforced the view that while an IPO was imminent, it would likely occur later in 2026, supporting the market's expectation of no IPO by June 30, 2026.

Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs selected to lead Anthropic IPO

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 88%2%

Reports emerged that Anthropic had chosen Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs to lead its IPO, with JPMorgan Chase also involved, indicating progress toward a public offering and reinforcing expectations of a future IPO, but still without a set date, sustaining market caution about a June 30, 2026 listing.

Anthropic raises $65 billion at $965 billion valuation, surpassing OpenAI

600B+ plunges to 0%50%

Anthropic raised $65 billion in its latest funding round, pushing its valuation to $965 billion and surpassing OpenAI's previous valuation of $852 billion. This strengthened Anthropic's position in the AI IPO race and raised expectations for a large IPO.

Anthropic leads AI IPO race by filing before OpenAI

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 86%36%

Anthropic's confidential IPO filing ahead of OpenAI gave it a narrative advantage in the AI IPO race, attracting investor attention and setting expectations for a landmark public offering. This move intensified competition among AI firms for capital and market positioning, influencing market sentiment and trading probabilities regarding the IPO timing and valuation.

Anthropic's $65 billion Series H funding round lifts valuation to $965 billion

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 86%36%

Anthropic closed a $65 billion Series H funding round shortly before its IPO filing, raising its valuation to approximately $965 billion. This substantial private funding round reinforced expectations of a high valuation at IPO and contributed to market optimism about the company's public debut potential, although the IPO itself remained pending regulatory approval.

Anthropic's IPO filing intensifies AI IPO race ahead of OpenAI and SpaceX

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%2%

Anthropic's confidential IPO filing ahead of OpenAI's filing heightened market focus on AI IPOs but underscored uncertainty about timing and valuation. The company's rapid valuation growth and revenue surge were noted, but the confidential nature of the filing meant no firm pricing or date was set, reinforcing market caution.

Anthropic confidentially files for IPO, signaling potential historic AI market debut

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%2%

Anthropic confidentially filed its IPO prospectus with the SEC, setting the stage for a major AI company public offering. This filing confirmed IPO preparations but emphasized that the offering depends on market conditions and SEC review, which tempered expectations for a near-term IPO and led the market to price in a high likelihood of no IPO by June 30, 2026.

Anthropic files confidential IPO paperwork with SEC

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 100%50%

Anthropic submitted a draft registration statement (Form S-1) to the SEC, marking its first step toward an IPO. This filing gave the company the option to go public after SEC review and signaled a major move in the AI IPO race.

Anthropic Confidentially Files for U.S. IPO Following Massive Series H Funding Round

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 100%1%

Anthropic submitted a confidential draft S-1 registration statement to the SEC for its proposed initial public offering. This filing followed a fresh $65 billion Series H funding round that valued the company at $965 billion, setting up a race with OpenAI to go public.

Anthropic confidentially files draft S-1 registration statement with SEC

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 100%3%

Anthropic confidentially submitted its IPO prospectus to the SEC, officially starting the IPO process but signaling a likely multi-month review period. This filing confirmed the company's intent to go public but reinforced market expectations that the IPO would not occur before June 30, 2026.

Anthropic confidentially files IPO paperwork, signaling extended timeline

Anthropic's confidential SEC filing on June 1, 2026, for a potential IPO underscored the extended timeline required for regulatory review and market preparations, reinforcing the market's expectation that the IPO would not occur before June 30, 2026. This event solidified the near-certain market pricing for "No IPO by June 30, 2026."

Anthropic raises $65 billion in funding round at $965 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 99%49%

The funding round pushed Anthropic's valuation past OpenAI's, solidifying its position as the world's highest-flying AI startup and increasing investor interest in its IPO potential.

Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs selected to lead Anthropic IPO

The selection of major investment banks to lead the IPO indicated serious progress toward a public offering, reinforcing market confidence in an imminent IPO and influencing market pricing.

Anthropic's IPO filing sets stage for major AI tech IPO race

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 99%49%

The confidential IPO filing positioned Anthropic in a competitive race with other AI companies like OpenAI and SpaceX, with expectations of a valuation near $1 trillion. This event heightened market anticipation for a large-scale IPO, influencing price movements and investor sentiment.

Anthropic confidentially files IPO prospectus with SEC

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 100%1%

Anthropic confidentially filed its IPO prospectus with the SEC, setting up a potential historic share sale but without a firm pricing date. The filing gave the company an option for a future public listing but did not accelerate any near-term offering, reinforcing market expectations that an IPO by June 30, 2026, was unlikely.

Anthropic selects Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs to lead IPO

400–600B plunges to 0%50%

Anthropic announced Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs as lead underwriters for its IPO, with JPMorgan Chase also involved. This signaled serious IPO preparations and attracted investor attention.

Anthropic confidentially files IPO prospectus with SEC

600B+ drops to 0%10%

On June 1, 2026, Anthropic confidentially filed its IPO prospectus with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, officially initiating the IPO process. This filing gave the company the option to go public but did not set a firm date, leading markets to price in a likely IPO later in 2026 or beyond.

Anthropic raises $65 billion Series H at $965 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%1%

In late May 2026, Anthropic announced a $65 billion Series H funding round at a $965 billion valuation, surpassing OpenAI and intensifying IPO speculation. This massive capital raise underscored the company's rapid growth and readiness for public markets, but no IPO filing had yet occurred, keeping the market cautious.

Anthropic completes $65 billion Series H funding round at $965 billion valuation

600B+ rises to 10%3%

At the end of May 2026, Anthropic raised $65 billion in a Series H round, lifting its valuation to approximately $965 billion. This massive private valuation set the stage for a potential IPO with a market cap near or above $1 trillion, significantly influencing market expectations for the IPO's size and timing.

Anthropic closes $65 billion Series H funding at $965 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 97%17%

Anthropic raised $65 billion in a Series H round, more than doubling its valuation to $965 billion, making it one of the most valuable private AI companies and intensifying expectations for a large IPO later in 2026.

Anthropic Closes $65 Billion Series H Funding Round at $965 Billion Valuation

Anthropic raised $65 billion in a Series H funding round, pushing its private valuation to $965 billion and surpassing rival OpenAI. This massive valuation jump directly positioned the company's expected public debut in the highest market cap brackets.

Anthropic raises $65 billion in Series H funding at $965 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 86%6%

This massive funding round significantly increased Anthropic's private valuation, underpinning market optimism for a high IPO valuation and pushing trader consensus toward a large market cap on IPO day.

Anthropic's valuation surges to $965 billion after $65 billion funding round

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%1%

In late May 2026, Anthropic raised $65 billion in private funding, pushing its valuation to $965 billion. This milestone positioned Anthropic as the highest-valued AI startup, intensifying speculation about its upcoming IPO but still without a public filing, maintaining market expectations that the IPO would not occur before June 30.

Market speculation intensifies on Anthropic IPO timing and valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%1%

MarketWise and other outlets discussed Anthropic's potential mega IPO in 2026, with rumors of a $60 billion raise and valuations exceeding $380 billion, but no official IPO filing or date. This sustained market interest but also uncertainty about the IPO's actual occurrence before June 30, 2026.

Buidlpad launches Anthropic pre-IPO token at $950 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%1%

Buidlpad announced a pre-IPO investment opportunity tied to Anthropic with a $950 billion valuation, reflecting high private market expectations but no public listing yet, reinforcing the market view that no IPO would occur by June 30, 2026.

Pre-IPO investment opportunity launched at $950 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 99%1%

On May 18, 2026, Buidlpad announced a pre-IPO investment opportunity in Anthropic at a $950 billion valuation, reflecting heightened private market enthusiasm. Despite this, Anthropic had not yet publicly committed to an IPO date, maintaining market skepticism about a June 2026 IPO.

Reports of Anthropic private valuation rising to $850-$900 billion

TechCrunch reported investor interest in a new private funding round valuing Anthropic between $850 billion and $900 billion, indicating strong private market demand but no confirmed IPO date, which maintained market skepticism about a 2026 IPO before June 30.

Anthropic expands Amazon cloud capacity agreement amid rapid revenue growth

On April 20, 2026, Anthropic announced an expanded agreement with Amazon for up to 5 gigawatts of cloud capacity, reflecting its rapid revenue growth and infrastructure scaling. This underscored the company's strong operational momentum but did not indicate an imminent IPO, contributing to market skepticism about a near-term public listing.

Anthropic Expands Amazon Partnership and Commits $100 Billion to AWS Technologies

300–400B surges to 32%32%

Anthropic announced an expanded agreement with Amazon for up to 5 gigawatts of compute capacity, committing over $100 billion over ten years to AWS technologies. This massive infrastructure expansion fueled speculation about its scaling capabilities and future IPO valuation.

Anthropic receives venture capital offers valuing it up to $800 billion

600B+ rises to 3%2%

Multiple venture capital firms offered to invest in Anthropic at valuations as high as $800 billion, more than double its $380 billion valuation from February. This investor enthusiasm reflected confidence in Anthropic's growth and IPO potential, influencing market pricing toward higher valuation brackets.

Anthropic receives VC offers valuing it up to $800 billion

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 96%2%

Reports indicated multiple venture capital firms offered to invest in Anthropic at valuations as high as $800 billion, more than doubling its previous valuation. This underscored strong investor confidence but also suggested the IPO might not occur imminently, keeping the 'No IPO by June 30, 2026' outcome favored.

Reports of Anthropic's valuation rising to $800 billion with strong VC interest

No IPO by June 30, 2026 dips to 97%1%

Business Insider reported that Anthropic received multiple venture capital offers valuing it as high as $800 billion, more than double its February valuation. Despite this, the IPO timeline remained uncertain, and no IPO occurred before June 30, 2026, maintaining market pricing toward no IPO.

Anthropic Draws Venture Capital Offers at Valuations Up to $800 Billion

No IPO by June 30, 2026 dips to 97%1%

Reports surfaced that venture capital firms offered to invest in Anthropic at valuations up to $800 billion. The availability of massive private capital further reduced the immediate pressure to launch an IPO before the June 2026 market deadline.

Anthropic Delays Launch of Claude Mythos AI Model Over Cyber Risks

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 98%1%

Anthropic postponed the release of its highly anticipated 'hacker-grade' model, Claude Mythos, due to cybersecurity concerns. Analysts noted this delay could impact short-term commercialization and potentially slow down its IPO preparation process.

Anthropic Announces Surpassing $30 Billion in Run-Rate Revenue

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 97%3%

Anthropic announced its run-rate revenue surpassed $30 billion, driving private market valuation estimates even higher and solidifying its ability to remain private longer.

Anthropic announces $30 billion annualized revenue run rate, boosting IPO valuation forecasts

600B+ rises to 3%1%

Anthropic revealed its annualized revenue had surpassed $30 billion, more than tripling from $9 billion at the end of 2025. This significant growth led analysts to update first-day market cap forecasts to $643 billion, with upside scenarios exceeding $1 trillion, impacting market expectations for the IPO valuation.

Anthropic announces $30B annualized revenue, valuation updates to $643B

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 97%1%

Anthropic announced surpassing $30 billion in annualized revenue, leading to updated IPO valuation forecasts up to $643 billion and an upside scenario of $1.04 trillion. This significantly influenced market expectations for a high valuation but did not confirm an IPO date within the analysis window.

Anthropic announces $30B annualized revenue surpassing OpenAI, IPO targeted for October

Anthropic announced it surpassed $30 billion in annualized revenue, overtaking OpenAI, and reiterated plans for an IPO in October 2026 at a $380 billion valuation. This milestone underscored the company's growth but did not confirm an IPO before June 30, 2026, keeping market pricing stable.

Anthropic Announces Annualized Revenue Surpassed $30 Billion

Anthropic announced its annualized revenue run rate reached $30 billion, up from $9 billion at the end of 2025. While this massive growth fueled speculation of a historic valuation, the expected IPO timeline remained late 2026 or early 2027, keeping the 'No IPO' option near its peak.

Anthropic and OpenAI aim to go public later in 2026

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 97%2%

Coverage highlighted both Anthropic and OpenAI's intentions to go public later in 2026, with Anthropic making strategic acquisitions and expanding revenue, fueling market interest but maintaining uncertainty about exact IPO timing.

Analysis highlights Anthropic's $380B valuation and potential October IPO

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 97%1%

Multiple analyses and reports around early April 2026 emphasized Anthropic's $380 billion valuation and the possibility of an IPO as early as October 2026, reinforcing market expectations but still reflecting uncertainty about the exact timing.

Bloomberg reports Anthropic considering IPO as soon as October 2026

Bloomberg reported that Anthropic was weighing an IPO as soon as October 2026, signaling the company's intent to go public in Q4 2026 and intensifying the race with OpenAI. This news increased market attention but did not shift the market significantly as the IPO was still months away.

Anthropic considers IPO as soon as Q4 2026

Reports emerged that Anthropic executives were discussing an initial public offering as early as the fourth quarter of 2026, with bankers expecting a raise exceeding $60 billion. This news increased market attention on the IPO timing and valuation prospects.

Anthropic Reportedly Targets IPO as Early as October 2026

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 96%2%

Bloomberg reported that Anthropic was weighing an IPO as early as October 2026, which effectively confirmed that a public listing would not occur before the market's June 30, 2026 cutoff date.

Federal judge blocks U.S. government ban on Anthropic products for federal agencies

A preliminary injunction was issued blocking the U.S. government's designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk and the ban on federal agencies using its products. This legal development reduced regulatory uncertainty and potential revenue loss, supporting positive market sentiment about Anthropic's IPO prospects.

Anthropic Considers Initial Public Offering as Soon as Fourth Quarter of 2026

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 96%2%

Reports emerged that Anthropic executives are discussing an IPO as early as the fourth quarter of 2026, with bankers expecting a raise exceeding $60 billion. Because this timeline is after the June 30, 2026 deadline, it reinforced the likelihood of the 'No IPO by June 30, 2026' outcome.

Fund with stakes in Anthropic surges amid IPO anticipation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 95%5%

A newly-listed fund holding Anthropic shares soared over 1,500% above net asset value, reflecting strong investor demand for pre-IPO exposure but also highlighting market skepticism about the timing of Anthropic's IPO, reinforcing the high probability of no IPO by mid-2026.

Anthropic retains Wilson Sonsini and discusses IPO with investment banks

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 93%1%

Anthropic hired Wilson Sonsini, a law firm known for major tech IPOs, and engaged Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley for IPO preparations, signaling serious intent but with no IPO before June 30, 2026, supporting the market's 'No IPO' outcome.

Bloomberg reports Anthropic targeting IPO as early as October 2026

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 95%4%

Bloomberg reported that Anthropic is aiming for an IPO as early as October 2026, with major banks in early discussions as potential underwriters. This news reinforced the market's view that an IPO was likely but not imminent within the analyzed window, supporting the high price for "No IPO by June 30, 2026" outcome.

Anthropic closes $30 billion funding round at $380 billion valuation

400–600B surges to 37%35%

Anthropic secured a major $30 billion funding round led by prominent investors, boosting its valuation to $380 billion. This reinforced its status as one of the most valuable private AI companies and fueled speculation about an eventual IPO, impacting market expectations on valuation brackets.

Anthropic closes $30 billion funding round at $380 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 88%6%

Anthropic secured a $30 billion funding round led by major investors, pushing its valuation to $380 billion. This reinforced the company's high private valuation but also suggested the IPO might not occur imminently, impacting market pricing toward a delayed IPO.

Anthropic closes $30 billion funding round at $380 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 92%12%

Anthropic announced a $30 billion Series G funding round, boosting its valuation to $380 billion. This substantial capital raise and valuation increase reinforced expectations of a large IPO, supporting the market's confidence in an eventual public offering but not confirming timing, which kept the "No IPO by June 30, 2026" price high.

Anthropic Closes Massive $30 Billion Funding Round at $380 Billion Valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 95%3%

Anthropic secured a massive private funding round that valued the company at $380 billion, signaling that the company remains focused on private capital markets rather than rushing a public listing before mid-2026.

Anthropic raises $30 billion at $380 billion valuation in Series G funding

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 93%43%

Anthropic announced a massive funding round led by Coatue and GIC, more than doubling its valuation and fueling speculation about a near-term IPO. This funding round underscored the company's rapid growth and increased market valuation expectations.

Anthropic AI tool launch triggers broad tech stock sell-off

No IPO by June 30, 2026 drops to 83%6%

Anthropic released a major upgrade to its AI stack, which caused a swift and broad sell-off in technology stocks due to market concerns about AI's disruptive impact, indirectly affecting sentiment around Anthropic's IPO prospects.

Anthropic closes $30 billion Series G at $380 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 90%10%

In February 2026, Anthropic closed a $30 billion Series G funding round at a $380 billion post-money valuation, demonstrating rapid revenue growth and fueling speculation about a large IPO in 2026 or 2027. This funding round underscored the company's scale and capital needs.

Anthropic signs $10 billion term sheet at $350 billion valuation

300–400B rises to 6%4%

Anthropic signed a $10 billion term sheet valuing the company at $350 billion, nearly doubling its valuation from months prior. This funding milestone intensified market focus on Anthropic's valuation and IPO prospects, temporarily supporting higher valuation outcomes.

Anthropic signs $10 billion term sheet at $350 billion valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 84%34%

Anthropic signed a $10 billion term sheet at a $350 billion pre-money valuation, nearly doubling its valuation in a short period. This funding news underscored the company's rapid growth and IPO readiness, increasing market confidence in a future IPO but with timing still uncertain.

Anthropic's employee tender offer signals IPO readiness

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 91%9%

Anthropic launched a $5–6 billion employee tender offer at a $350 billion pre-money valuation, signaling strong IPO readiness and internal confidence. This event supported market expectations of an eventual IPO but did not specify timing, maintaining high prices for the "No IPO by June 30, 2026" outcome.

The Economist discusses mega-IPO prospects including Anthropic

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 90%2%

The Economist highlighted the potential for Anthropic's IPO to be among the largest ever, reflecting growing market attention and speculation about the company's public debut, which supported IPO optimism but also noted risks.

Anthropic announces first acquisition amid IPO preparations

No IPO by June 30, 2026 dips to 88%1%

Anthropic announced its acquisition of JavaScript tooling company Bun while reports confirmed ongoing IPO preparations, indicating strategic moves to strengthen the company ahead of a potential public offering, which influenced market expectations.

Anthropic announces first acquisition and continues IPO preparations

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 82%28%

Anthropic announced its first acquisition of the JavaScript tooling company Bun while continuing early IPO preparations, signaling strategic moves to strengthen its market position ahead of a potential public offering.

Speculation rises on Anthropic valuation after private funding talks

400–600B surges to 38%36%

Following reports of private funding rounds and IPO preparations, market speculation on Anthropic's valuation fluctuated, briefly increasing interest in higher valuation brackets but ultimately reinforcing uncertainty about IPO timing.

Anthropic communications chief states no immediate IPO plans

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 89%12%

Anthropic's chief communications officer publicly stated that the company has no immediate plans to file for an IPO, tempering market enthusiasm and contributing to a reassessment of IPO timing probabilities.

Anthropic Communications Chief States Company Has No Immediate Plans to Go Public

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 82%28%

Anthropic's chief communications officer clarified at an event that the company has no immediate plans to file for an IPO, cooling down immediate listing expectations.

Reports emerge that Anthropic is preparing for IPO in late 2026 or early 2027

No IPO by June 30, 2026 rises to 88%2%

Major media outlets reported that Anthropic was considering an IPO as early as late 2026 or early 2027, hiring a law firm and talking to investment banks, signaling IPO readiness but with no confirmed date. This news increased market confidence that an IPO would not occur before June 30, 2026, pushing the 'No IPO by June 30, 2026' price higher.

Financial Times reports Anthropic IPO plans amid market bubble warnings

No IPO by June 30, 2026 jumps to 88%11%

The Financial Times reported Anthropic's IPO plans for 2026 while highlighting warnings about excess liquidity and a potential market bubble. This created mixed sentiment, with enthusiasm for the IPO tempered by concerns about market conditions, contributing to volatility in the market's IPO probability pricing.

Anthropic hires Wilson Sonsini law firm to lead IPO preparations

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 80%30%

Financial Times reported that Anthropic engaged Wilson Sonsini to prepare for an IPO, signaling early but informal steps toward going public. This news increased market expectations for an IPO but with uncertainty about timing.

Anthropic hires Wilson Sonsini and announces first acquisition, signaling IPO preparations

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 80%15%

On December 2, 2025, Anthropic hired the prominent law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati to prepare for an IPO and announced its first acquisition, Bun. This marked a significant step toward going public and increased market interest in a potential 2026 IPO, though timing remained uncertain.

Anthropic hires law firm to prepare for potential 2026 IPO, early talks reported

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 77%27%

Anthropic engaged Wilson Sonsini to prepare for an IPO possibly as early as 2026, signaling initial steps toward going public. However, reports indicated these talks were informal and early-stage, reflecting uncertainty about timing and valuation, which influenced market pricing toward a potential IPO but with caution.

Anthropic Hires Wilson Sonsini for IPO Preparation and Acquires Bun

No IPO by June 30, 2026 plunges to 55%37%

Anthropic hired law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati to lead its IPO preparations and announced its first-ever acquisition of Bun, signaling accelerated public market ambitions.

Financial Times reports Anthropic preparing IPO as early as 2026 with $300B+ valuation

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 77%27%

The Financial Times reported that Anthropic had hired the law firm Wilson Sonsini to prepare for an IPO potentially in 2026, with talks in early stages and a private funding round targeting a valuation exceeding $300 billion. This news sparked significant market interest and increased expectations for a 2026 IPO.

Anthropic hires Wilson Sonsini to prepare for potential 2026 IPO

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 77%27%

Anthropic engaged the law firm Wilson Sonsini to begin preparations for an IPO that could take place as early as 2026, signaling serious intent to go public. This news increased market expectations for an IPO but also highlighted that the process was in early stages, causing a rise in the "No IPO by June 30, 2026" price as timing remained uncertain.

Financial Times reports Anthropic hires law firm to prepare for possible 2026 IPO

No IPO by June 30, 2026 surges to 77%27%

The Financial Times reported that Anthropic hired Wilson Sonsini to prepare for an IPO potentially as early as 2026, signaling early but informal IPO groundwork and discussions with investment banks. This news initially increased market expectations for an IPO but reflected the early stage of planning.

Anthropic Hires Law Firm Wilson Sonsini to Prepare for Potential 2026 IPO

No IPO by June 30, 2026 plunges to 54%38%

Reports emerged that Anthropic hired a top Silicon Valley law firm to lay the groundwork for an initial public offering as early as 2026, while also discussing a private funding round targeting a $300 billion valuation.