IPO Market pergnant with tech companies.
A vibrant lineup of startups is ready to debut on the stock market in 2024
Several tech companies in the U.S. are planning IPOs in 2024, reflecting a potentially busy year for the stock market. Notable companies expected to go public include Discord, valued at $15 billion; Chime, previously valued at $25 billion; and Klarna, whose valuation significantly dropped from $45.6 billion to $6.7 billion. Reddit recently went public at $6.5 billion. Stripe, a major fintech player, is also in the limelight. Its previous valuation was $95 billion but was recently adjusted to $50 billion. These companies represent a broad spectrum of the tech industry, from social platforms to financial services, and each is preparing for IPOs amid varied market conditions.
Furthermore, companies like Cerebras, an AI firm aiming for an IPO by the end of 2024, and Viking Cruises are also on the list. Cerebras, known for its innovative supercomputing platforms, is planning multiple deployments of its AI supercomputers, positioning itself as a significant player in AI technology (Access IPOs). Viking Cruises, aiming to raise up to $500 million, reflects the diverse range of industries looking towards public offerings (Access IPOs).
The tech IPO landscape is bolstered by 257 venture-backed companies identified by CB Insights, evaluating public offerings over the next 12 to 18 months. This group spans various tech sectors and is influenced by equity funding, valuation, and strategic hires, indicating a robust pipeline despite market uncertainties (CB Insights).
Overall, these IPOs demonstrate a market that, while facing challenges, is ripe with opportunities for diverse tech enterprises.
In our portfolio, Rubrik is going public next week, while Plaid is also rumored to go public in 2024, but we don’t believe it and hope it doesn’t due to the current low secondary valuation.
Amid these IPO preparations, the tech sector faces potential headwinds from the economic landscape, notably the recent uptick in inflation, with a rise to 3.5% as of March 2024. This uptick exceeds previous expectations and has impacted market behaviors and rate predictions (US Inflation Calc). This inflationary trend could prompt higher interest rates, which traditionally narrow the IPO window. Higher borrowing costs can dampen investor enthusiasm and valuation prospects, posing a challenge to companies aiming to go public. This financial climate demands careful navigation by these tech giants as they approach their market debuts.
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