Anthropic Files for US IPO at $965 Billion Valuation, Overtaking OpenAI
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Updated · The Guardian · Jun 1
Anthropic Files for US IPO at $965 Billion Valuation, Overtaking OpenAI
21 articles · Updated · The Guardian · Jun 1
Anthropic said Monday it confidentially filed for a US initial public offering, with share count and pricing terms still undisclosed.
$965 billion is the startup’s latest post-money valuation after a $65 billion funding round announced Thursday, up from $380 billion in February.
That jump makes Claude maker Anthropic the world’s most valuable AI startup, surpassing rival OpenAI, which is expected to seek its own IPO in coming weeks.
The filing adds to a widening 2026 AI listing wave that also includes SpaceX, which has filed at about a $1.75 trillion valuation while seeking $75 billion.
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Overview
On June 1, 2026, Anthropic confidentially filed for an Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a major milestone for the company and the AI industry. This move comes as part of a broader trend where leading technology firms, especially in AI and space exploration, are preparing for public offerings. The confidential filing allows Anthropic to engage with investors while keeping its plans flexible. This wave of high-profile IPOs, including those from OpenAI and SpaceX, highlights a maturing AI sector and signals a new era for public market investments in advanced technology.