IPO
Coverage of IPO in the Nexus archive.
- Apple sues Open AI, accusing it of stealing trade secrets
Apple sued OpenAI and its hardware chief, Tang Tan, accusing them of stealing trade secrets by gathering information from Apple employees. Apple claims OpenAI's hardware business relies on stolen information and seeks a jury trial and product redesign. OpenAI denies the allegations.
- Men’s Wearhouse Owner Tailored Brands Files Publicly for US IPO
Tailored Brands, owner of Men’s Wearhouse, has filed publicly for a US IPO. The Houston-based company has been rapidly opening Men’s Wearhouse stores since 2021, following its emergence from 2020 bankruptcy.
- OpenAI power consolidates under co-founder Greg Brockman ahead of prospective IPO
Fidji Simo left OpenAI due to a chronic medical issue, leading to Greg Brockman's clearer role as power consolidates under him ahead of a potential IPO.
- Elon Musk says he always wanted his SpaceX employees to get rich — and now thousands of them are millionaires
Elon Musk stated that thousands of SpaceX employees have likely become millionaires following the company's IPO. He emphasized his philosophy of providing stock to employees to align their success with the company's, and discussed SpaceX's long-term goals of establishing a lunar base and enabling human settlement on Mars.
- Two blockbuster AI IPO's on the horizon could leave crypto further behind
Two major AI initial public offerings (IPOs) are expected to gain significant attention, potentially overshadowing the cryptocurrency market's current prominence.
- SpaceX stock closes below debut price at $148 in two-day slide after Nasdaq-100 inclusion
SpaceX stock closed below its debut price at $148 during a two-day decline following its inclusion in the Nasdaq-100. The company's IPO raised $85.7 billion after underwriters exercised the 'greenshoe' overallotment.
- Hong Kong IPO debut delayed in rare move over missing regulatory data
Hong Kong delayed an IPO debut for the first time in over eight months due to missing regulatory data requirements. DKE Holding Company postponed its IPO after failing to provide investors with an offer price and bookbuilding results.
- Fertilizer Firm Climbs 18% In Early Trading After Oman IPO
A fertilizer firm's stock rose 18% in early trading following its initial public offering (IPO) in Oman. The company's shares climbed after the IPO launch.
- SpaceX IPO powers record $3.86 billion in tokenized equities trading in June
SpaceX's IPO contributed to a record $3.86 billion in tokenized equities trading in June.
- India Property Developer K Raheja Said to Delay $700 Million IPO
India property developer K Raheja has delayed its $700 million initial public offering (IPO), according to reports. The postponement affects a significant fundraising effort by the company.
- Hong Kong’s IPO surge
Hong Kong is experiencing a surge in initial public offering (IPO) activity. The title highlights increased market participation and investor interest in the region's financial markets.
- Brookfield’s Data Center Firm Csquare Seeks $1.35 Billion in IPO
Brookfield’s data center firm Csquare is seeking $1.35 billion in an initial public offering (IPO). The company, a subsidiary of Brookfield, aims to raise significant capital through this financial move.
- NSE Said to Start Marketing $3 Billion India IPO Next Week
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is set to begin marketing a $3 billion India IPO next week. The NSE's headquarters is located at Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai, India.
- Holtec heads for IPO as chief declares ‘world has become rational’ about nuclear
Holtec is preparing for an IPO as its founder Kris Singh aims to capitalize on growing energy demand driven by the nuclear industry's role in supporting the AI boom.
- China’s Momenta IPO oversubscribed 414 times as Hong Kong listings pack calendar
Chinese autonomous-driving start-up Momenta's HK$5.89 billion Hong Kong IPO was oversubscribed 414 times, attracting 210,000 subscription applications despite competing with five other IPOs. The Suzhou-based company's bookbuilding closed on Friday.
- Sandwich chain Jersey Mike's files for IPO, reports 50% same-store sales growth in recent years
Jersey Mike's, a sandwich chain with nearly 3,300 locations, has filed for an IPO and reported 50% same-store sales growth in recent years. It is the second-largest hoagie sandwich chain in the U.S., trailing Subway.
- Genneia Files for the First Argentine IPO in the US Since 2019
Genneia, an Argentine company, has filed for the first Argentine IPO in the US since 2019. Argentina's economy showed strong second-half growth in 2022 as it recovered from a recession and anticipates an IMF deal.
- America’s 250th birthday has Elon Musk and a record IPO. Its 15th had Alexander Hamilton — and a stock market bubble
The article compares the 1791 IPO of the Bank of the United States, championed by Alexander Hamilton, to the 2026 SpaceX IPO led by Elon Musk, highlighting parallels in speculative market behavior, leverage, and political opposition. Both events saw oversubscription and intense public interest, with historical figures like Thomas Jefferson and modern critics warning of gambling-like investment trends.
- SBI Funds’ $1.2 Billion India IPO Launch in July to Test Demand
SBI Funds is launching a $1.2 billion initial public offering (IPO) in India in July to assess market demand. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) in Mumbai is associated with the listing.
- Carlsberg Said to File for India IPO to Raise $700 Million
Carlsberg is reportedly planning to file for an initial public offering (IPO) in India to raise $700 million. The article mentions green bottles of Carlsberg beer, indicating the company's presence in the beverage industry.
- Chinese energy stock triples in Asia’s biggest IPO this year
China Resources New Energy's stock tripled during Asia's largest IPO of the year, raising $3.6 billion driven by strong retail investor demand.
- KKR-Backed Musinsa Ramps Up Asia Store Push Ahead of IPO
Musinsa, backed by KKR, is expanding its Asia store presence ahead of an IPO. The company's Seongsu Megastore in Seoul is highlighted in the article.
- Reliance Jio’s IPO set to intensify focus on India’s telco sector amid duopoly fears
Reliance Jio, an Indian telecom giant, plans to launch a $3.8-4 billion IPO, potentially surpassing Hyundai Motor India’s $3.3 billion IPO in 2024. The move is expected to impact India’s telecom sector amid concerns about a duopoly.
- Vietnam Retailer Dien May Xanh Raises Over $505 Million in IPO
Vietnam Retailer Dien May Xanh raised over $505 million in an initial public offering (IPO). The article also references a Dien May Xanh location.
- India May Defy Slow Start to Reach Another IPO Record: Kotak's Jayasankar
India may overcome a slow start to achieve another IPO record, according to Kotak's Jayasankar. The article notes pedestrians at the Bombay Stock Exchange in Mumbai.
- Forgent, Backer Offer Stock After Price Doubles Since IPO
Forgent Power Solutions Inc. is offering stock after its price doubled since the IPO, with shares set to open between $27.50 to $28.50, a 5.6% increase from the IPO price of $27. The company's IPO occurred on February 5, 2026, on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Soaring US Equity Funding Costs Risk Spilling Over to Repo Rates
Spacex has launched the biggest-ever IPO, making it one of the largest public companies and positioning Elon Musk to become the first trillionaire. The IPO took place at Morgan Stanley's headquarters in Times Square.
- These new SpaceX millionaires are reshaping SoCal coastal real estate
SpaceX's reported IPO has created thousands of millionaires, increasing demand for $5 million homes along Southern California's coast. The wealth generated by SpaceX employees is reshaping coastal real estate markets in the region.
- AI’s Energy Crunch Has Investors Searching for Next IPO Winners
The article discusses the energy challenges in AI development and how investors are seeking opportunities in AI-related IPOs. It mentions an AI data center display at Computex in Taipei.
- Insiders from Perplexity, Kalshi, Replit, and more share how to get a job at a buzzy startup
The article provides job-seeking strategies from hiring managers at startups like Perplexity, Kalshi, and Replit, emphasizing community engagement, research, creativity, and understanding startup culture. Examples include sending personalized gifts, referencing hidden details in career pages, and demonstrating initiative.
- Jeremy Grantham warned the AI boom has pushed U.S. stocks to a historic valuation peak
Jeremy Grantham warned that the AI boom has driven U.S. stocks to a historic valuation peak, citing a market-cap-to-GDP ratio of 235% and highlighting SpaceX's IPO as a potential sign of a market top.
- The Club's top 10 things to watch in the stock market Friday
OpenAI is reportedly considering delaying its IPO until 2027, and SpaceX is weighing a deeper push into mobile services.
- OpenAI is leaning toward pushing its IPO to 2027 rather than accept a lower valuation
OpenAI is delaying its IPO to 2027 instead of accepting a lower valuation. CEO Sam Altman rejected advisers' suggestion to lower the company's $1 trillion valuation target for a faster listing.
- SoftBank stock plunges as report says OpenAI is pushing back its IPO
SoftBank stock fell after a report indicated OpenAI is delaying its IPO. SoftBank holds a $65 billion stake in OpenAI, and prior expectations of a public listing had driven its stock to record highs.
- White House limits OpenAI model release
The White House requested OpenAI to restrict its next model release to government-approved users, reflecting a shift toward AI regulation under the Trump administration. This follows actions like legal disputes with Anthropic over military AI use and blocking foreign access to advanced systems, creating a 'confusing regulatory landscape.' OpenAI is reportedly delaying its IPO amid market volatility.
- SpaceX employees got rich off stock options. Ex-Blue Origin workers say theirs are worthless.
Ex-Blue Origin employees claim their stock options are worthless due to the company's 10-year expiration policy, while SpaceX's IPO turned former employees into millionaires. Blue Origin's options required a liquidity event like an IPO or sale to cash out, unlike SpaceX's periodic share sales. Some ex-Blue Origin workers expressed regret over not joining SpaceX despite better salaries and work-life balance at Blue Origin.
- The tech selloff has a new worry, and it involves OpenAI’s IPO timeline
SoftBank shares declined after a report indicated OpenAI may postpone its IPO until next year. The potential delay in OpenAI's initial public offering has raised concerns among investors.
- Chinese PCB equipment maker CFMEE tops 1,000-times oversubscription in Hong Kong IPO
Circuit Fabology Microelectronics Equipment (CFMEE), a Chinese lithography and integrated-circuit manufacturer based in Hefei, Anhui province, saw its Hong Kong IPO oversubscribed 1,009 times. The company is priced at HK$252.73 per share as investors chase high-growth technology themes.
- Africa’s Biggest IPOSparks Investor Frenzy in Dangote’s Nigeria
Africa’s richest person, Aliko Dangote, is sparking investor fever in Nigeria through his $40 billion IPO, leading people to open trading accounts due to fear of missing out (FOMO). The IPO is highlighted by Bloomberg as a significant event in the region.
- South Korea’s IPO bust clouds equity markets as Chaebol structure restrains listings
South Korea's IPO activity has lagged compared to regional peers due to market structure and governance reforms. The Chaebol structure is cited as a factor restraining listings in the country's equity markets.