Bending Spoons Debuts on Nasdaq, Briefly Tops $25 Billion Valuation
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Updated · TechCrunch · Jul 5
Bending Spoons Debuts on Nasdaq, Briefly Tops $25 Billion Valuation
3 articles · Updated · TechCrunch · Jul 5
Summary
$25 billion was Bending Spoons’ peak market cap after its Nasdaq debut this week, and the stock still values the company at more than double its $11 billion private valuation.
$1.31 billion in 2025 revenue and a portfolio reaching more than 500 million monthly active users and 9 million paying customers helped validate investor demand for its acquisition-driven model.
That model centers on buying digital brands such as Evernote, WeTransfer, Vimeo, AOL and Eventbrite, then overhauling pricing, technology and staffing—moves that have repeatedly triggered layoffs and user backlash.
More than 80% of voting power remains with the four co-founders, who say AI is lifting productivity and should make future acquisitions easier as they scan 1,000-plus potential targets.
With $4.4B in debt and a controversial playbook, is Bending Spoons the future of tech or a bubble waiting to burst?
Bending Spoons' AI co-authors 90% of its code. Is this a blueprint for efficiency or a warning for tech jobs?
Bending Spoons’ Nasdaq Debut and 95% Revenue Growth: The AI-Powered Acquisition Machine Transforming Digital Businesses
Overview
Bending Spoons made a landmark debut on the Nasdaq in July 2026, securing significant capital through its IPO. This funding is dedicated to fueling an aggressive acquisition strategy, with the company targeting over 1,000 digital businesses that together represent nearly $400 billion in revenue. By following its distinctive 'acquire, optimize, and automate' model, Bending Spoons aims to rapidly scale and enhance the profitability of its portfolio companies. This approach sets a clear path for medium- and long-term growth, positioning Bending Spoons for major expansion and consolidation in the digital business landscape.