Anthropic Prepares for Potential 2026 IPO Amid AI Boom
Anthropic has initiated preparations for a possible initial public offering in 2026, engaging law firm Wilson Sonsini and holding preliminary discussions with investment banks. The AI startup's business customer base surged from under 1,000 to over 300,000 in two years, with large accounts growing sevenfold annually.
The IPO WOULD provide Anthropic with capital access and acquisition leverage as enterprise demand for large language models accelerates. The company has strengthened its governance structure, hiring seasoned executives and adopting public-company practices, though bank selection remains pending.
Market observers speculate an IPO could value Anthropic at $300 billion, reflecting the explosive growth in AI adoption. The MOVE signals maturation for the startup as it positions itself at the forefront of generative AI commercialization.
