Reuters: IPOX® VP Kat Liu on Investor Appetite for Figma's IPO

In a recent article, Reuters reports on design software firm Figma's decision to raise its proposed price range for its U.S. initial public offering, now targeting a valuation of $18.8 billion. This move indicates strong investor interest in high-growth technology stocks, particularly those with a credible connection to the artificial intelligence sector.

The article highlights that Figma's new valuation approaches the $20 billion figure from the previously abandoned acquisition deal with Adobe. Amid a recovering IPO market, IPOX® Vice President Kat Liu was quoted, providing insight into the investor sentiment driving the increased valuation.

Commenting on the strong demand for Figma's offering, Ms. Liu noted, "Investors are responding to companies with credible AI exposure and Figma has done a good job aligning itself with the theme."

Read the full article by Manya Saini and Niket Nishant on Reuters: https://www.reuters.com/business/figma-targets-188-billion-valuation-us-ipo-after-bumping-up-price-range-2025-07-28/