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Saturday, 7/11, 10:37 AM
The 2026 IPO Boom Hits a Record and Is Set to Broaden Beyond AI
- The US market for new stock listings has roared back to a record, with companies raising about 251 billion dollars in the first half of 2026, powered by giant deals led by SpaceX's landmark debut.
- The next test, analysts say, is whether the boom broadens beyond a handful of AI and tech megadeals into sectors like healthcare, defense, energy and fintech.