Anthropic is now expected to begin marketing its initial public offering in mid-October at the earliest, according to people familiar with the matter cited by Reuters. The companyโs IPO prospectus, previously expected as early as next week, is now anticipated toward the end of September.
The potential listing could be valued at up to $2 trillion, making it one of the largest IPOs ever attempted and a major test of how strongly public-market investors are willing to back the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence industry.
As part of its preparations, Anthropic is working to finalise a $15 billion revolving credit facility. Analysts from banks involved in the financing are expected to meet with the company, although the timetable remains subject to change.
The anticipated listing could also arrive alongside potential IPOs from other major AI companies, including OpenAI, highlighting how quickly AI is becoming a defining force in global capital markets.
