Anthropic IPO: SpaceX Record Debut Targeted | AI

Anthropic IPO plans are reportedly targeting a historic debut that could match or surpass the record set by Elon Musk's SpaceX in June 2026. According to BNR Nieuwsradio, which cites Bloomberg insiders, the AI company behind the Claude chatbot expects to equal or even exceed the $86.2 billion raised by SpaceX during its Wall Street listing.

What is Anthropic's IPO ambition?

Anthropic, a San Francisco-based artificial intelligence public benefit corporation, was founded in 2021 by former OpenAI employees including siblings Dario and Daniela Amodei. The company's flagship product, Claude, competes directly with OpenAI's ChatGPT. With a valuation of US$965 billion in May 2026, Anthropic is one of the most valuable private companies in the world, according to Wikipedia.

The Anthropic IPO race against OpenAI has intensified as both companies prepare for potential Wall Street debuts this fall.

SpaceX's record IPO: the benchmark

SpaceX's initial public offering on June 12, 2026 set the bar. The aerospace and AI company listed on Nasdaq under the ticker SPCX at a valuation of $1.77 trillion, raising $86 billion after the over-allotment option was exercised. That made it the largest IPO ever, surpassing previous records.

Anthropic now appears determined to challenge that milestone. While no official filing has been confirmed, Bloomberg's sources suggest the AI firm is positioning itself to match or beat SpaceX's haul.

Anthropic's explosive revenue growth

Investor enthusiasm is fueled by surging demand for artificial intelligence. Anthropic reported preliminary second-quarter revenue of more than $11.5 billion, according to figures seen by Bloomberg. That is a staggering increase from $787 million in the same period a year earlier — roughly a 14-fold jump.

The Claude AI revenue surge highlights how quickly enterprise adoption of generative AI is scaling. In May 2026, Anthropic signed a $1.25 billion-per-month contract with xAI, a SpaceX subsidiary, to purchase compute capacity at the Colossus 1 data center in Memphis, Tennessee.

Anthropic vs OpenAI: IPO comparison

Why the Anthropic IPO matters

A record-breaking Anthropic IPO would signal a new phase in the AI market cycle. It could also intensify scrutiny of AI startup valuations and IPO risks, especially after SpaceX shares fell roughly 50% from their post-IPO peak by late July 2026.

"The question is no longer whether AI IPOs will happen, but how big they can get," said one market watcher. Investors and regulators alike are watching whether the AI sector can sustain its meteoric growth. Anthropic's revenue trajectory suggests strong demand, but profitability and compute costs remain key questions.

FAQ: Anthropic IPO and SpaceX record

Is Anthropic going public in 2026?

According to Bloomberg insiders, Anthropic is targeting a Wall Street debut in fall 2026, though the company has not made an official announcement.

How much did SpaceX raise in its IPO?

SpaceX raised $86.2 billion in June 2026 after the over-allotment option, the largest IPO in history.

What is Anthropic's valuation?

Anthropic was valued at approximately $965 billion in May 2026.

How fast is Anthropic's revenue growing?

Anthropic's Q2 2026 revenue exceeded $11.5 billion, up from $787 million a year earlier — a roughly 14-fold increase.

Who founded Anthropic?

Anthropic was founded in 2021 by former OpenAI employees, including CEO Dario Amodei and president Daniela Amodei.