October 30, 2025 — Artificial intelligence startup OpenAI is preparing to file for an initial public offering (IPO) as soon as next year, in a move that could value the company at around $1 trillion, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing unnamed sources familiar with the matter. If realized, it would mark one of the largest IPOs in history, underscoring investor confidence in the fast-growing AI sector.
The report said OpenAI is laying the groundwork for the public listing and could begin filing paperwork with regulators as early as the second half of 2026. The company has yet to make a final decision on the timing or valuation, and details of the offering remain subject to market conditions and regulatory approvals.
The potential IPO comes amid surging global demand for generative AI technologies and increasing competition among tech giants and startups alike. A $1 trillion valuation would place OpenAI among the world’s most valuable technology firms, alongside the likes of Apple, Microsoft, and Nvidia, all of which have deep ties to the AI ecosystem.
