Record IPO Outlook: SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic Eye 2026 Listings (TSLA, META, ANTH)

U.S. IPO activity is expected to surge in 2026, with Goldman Sachs forecasting proceeds could reach $160 billion if major names go public this year. The pipeline includes late-stage private companies, but software sector sell-offs pose a potential drag on issuance. Key prospects: - SpaceX, Elon Musk's rocket company, is planning a potential June 2026 IPO that could value the firm at over $1.5 trillion and raise more than $25.6 billion, the largest in history if it proceeds. - OpenAI is considering an IPO in the second half of 2026, potentially valued at up to $1 trillion. - Anthropic hired Wilson Sonsini to prepare for a 2026 IPO, though a decision on going public has not been finalized. > Note: Ticker symbols for OpenAI (META) and Anthropic (ANTH) are included for reference.