Recent IPO activity is led by U.S. listings, with OpenAI preparing a high-profile AI offering and Innio targeting a valuation of up to $20.25 billion on Nasdaq. Entrata, Liftoff, Safepoint, WhiteHawk Minerals, DSC, and Doncasters are also testing investor demand across software, energy, aerospace, and China-linked issuers. In Asia-Pacific, Kunlunxin plans a $1 billion to $2 billion Hong Kong IPO, while Malaysia’s Big Caring seeks up to $750 million, underscoring continued global appetite for sizable new listings in 2026 markets.

Reuters reported that Blackstone-backed Liftoff Mobile is targeting a valuation of up to $3.66 billion in its renewed U.S. IPO, seeking to raise up to $418 million. IPOX® CEO Josef Schuster was quoted on the offering’s market significance, noting that a successful listing could pave the way for similar firms. Schuster also said bullish IPO sentiment may outweigh software valuation concerns tied to AI. Liftoff plans to list on Nasdaq under the ticker “LFTO,” with revised terms for public investors.

NYSE featured IPOX® Founder and CEO Dr. Josef Schuster in a May 28, 2026 video interview on IPO indexing following IPOX®’s opening-bell ceremony. Schuster discussed IPOX®’s aftermarket approach to tracking newly listed companies, including IPOs, spin-offs, and de-SPACs, typically over four to five years. He also highlighted the IPOX® 100 U.S. Index, IPOX®’s relationship with First Trust, and continued product innovation across pre-IPO and post-IPO markets.

IPOX® Associate Lukas Muehlbauer was cited by Bloomberg on Doncasters Group and Innio Holding GmbH’s plans to pursue U.S. listings. Muehlbauer said the companies are aligning their IPOs with key customer bases, citing Doncasters’ North American manufacturing footprint and Innio’s U.S. expansion for data-center gas engines. He noted that while most European firms still list at home, the U.S. remains attractive for select businesses seeking deeper liquidity and alternative regulatory frameworks as they evaluate overseas market opportunities and investor access.

IPOX® Associate Lukas Muehlbauer was quoted by Reuters on China’s DSC, which filed for a U.S. IPO after receiving rare regulatory clearance from Chinese authorities despite reporting a nearly 29% revenue decline in 2025. Muehlbauer said DSC is aligning its approval with the strongest U.S. IPO market in years, as sentiment broadens to non-U.S. deals, and noted the approval signals that qualified China-linked companies can still access U.S. markets through its planned Nasdaq listing process.

IPOX® Associate Lukas Muehlbauer was quoted by Reuters in its coverage of WhiteHawk Minerals’ planned U.S. IPO, which targets a valuation of up to $701.2 million. The natural gas royalty firm is seeking to raise up to $187 million and list on the NYSE under “WHK.” Muehlbauer noted strong aftermarket support for AI-adjacent energy businesses, as investor interest in electricity demand and domestic energy assets continues to shape the IPO market across new issue opportunities tied to U.S. power growth.

Reuters highlighted commenty by IPOX® CEO Josef Schuster in its coverage of Safepoint’s planned U.S. IPO, which targets a valuation of up to $1.16 billion and aims to raise as much as $283.3 million. The article framed Safepoint’s NYSE listing within a busy post-Memorial Day IPO market and cited Schuster’s view that the IPOX® 100 U.S. Index’s 16% YTD gain and strong portfolio earnings underscore investor demand for IPOs. Safepoint is expected to list under the symbol SFPT on NYSE.

IPOX® CEO Josef Schuster commented in Reuters on the IPO of Innio, the Advent- and ADIA-backed gas engine manufacturer targeting a valuation of up to $20.25 billion in its planned Nasdaq listing. Schuster noted that investor sentiment remains extremely bullish for IPOs tied to AI and space, citing expectations that these sectors will drive the next wave of global economic growth. He added that pricing sentiment may benefit from strong performance among GE legacy firms, including GE Vernova following spin-offs.

Global IPO activity is accelerating across major regions, led by U.S. filings from SpaceX, OpenAI, Oura, Blockchain.com, SB Energy and ERock. Europe is seeing momentum through KNDS’s planned Frankfurt listing, Uzbekistan’s London IPO and Germany’s Uniper sale options, while Asia-Pacific activity includes Dien May Xanh in Vietnam and PCG Power in Hong Kong. Dangote’s planned refinery IPO adds MENA exposure. Themes include AI infrastructure, energy, defense, crypto, health technology and large-scale strategic listings amid renewed investor demand for IPOs worldwide.

IPOX® Founder Josef Schuster was featured in CNBC coverage of SpaceX’s upcoming IPO, noting IPOX® has “always taken a wait-and-see approach to that market.” He called very low float “a big red flag” and warned, “Anything below 7%, you have to be really careful.” Schuster added investors should avoid “jumping in at this point,” preferring to “let it trade and see” as IPO entry points can become more attractive after initial trading.

IPOX® Associate Muehlbauer was quoted in Reuters coverage of smart ring maker Oura’s confidential U.S. IPO filing, as renewed momentum returns to the new listings market. Muehlbauer said investor appetite for Oura should be decent given recent health-tech listings and renewed buyer interest in companies with repeat revenue and paths to profit. He also highlighted Oura’s partnerships across health, sport, retail and enterprise channels as growth drivers that could strengthen the brand’s defensibility and public-market appeal as it prepares to list publicly.

IPOX® Associate Lukas Muehlbauer was quoted in Reuters coverage of SpaceX’s expected mega IPO and its implications for the broader listings market. Muehlbauer noted that SpaceX’s scale and valuation make it an unusual test case, while investor appetite remains concentrated in companies tied to strong themes such as AI infrastructure, defense, energy, industrials and biotech. He also discussed how issuers may accelerate IPO plans ahead of the anticipated listing.

IPOX® VP Kat Liu commented on OpenAI’s accelerated IPO plans in Reuters coverage, noting that the resolution of Elon Musk’s legal challenge “removed a major obstacle” and likely gave the company confidence to speed its timeline. Liu also highlighted the significance of OpenAI potentially filing near SpaceX, saying simultaneous filings could prompt portfolio managers to evaluate both companies side by side. Reuters reported that OpenAI is preparing a confidential U.S. IPO filing in the coming weeks amid major AI interest.

U.S. IPO activity accelerated with major AI, infrastructure, energy and fintech listings, led by SpaceX’s planned $75 billion Nasdaq IPO, Cerebras’ $5.55 billion debut, and Blackstone Digital Infrastructure Trust’s $1.75 billion offering. Forbright, Quantinuum, WhiteHawk and Kraken also advanced IPO plans. In Europe, KNDS pressed ahead with a summer IPO while Germany weighed a stake. In Asia-Pacific, Baidu’s Kunlunxin, Cyan Renewables and KK Mart pursued Hong Kong, Singapore-related and Bursa Malaysia listing options, reflecting renewed global investor appetite for issuance.

IPOX® Associate Lukas Muehlbauer commented in Reuters coverage on Blackstone Digital Infrastructure Trust’s muted market debut after its $1.75 billion IPO. Muehlbauer noted that the timing is crucial because thematic IPO windows can open and close suddenly, adding that strong demand for Cerebras shows the window is currently wide open. He said BXDC could become a template for data center, power or AI infrastructure vehicles, while investors are buying into Blackstone’s execution capability and longstanding sector history.

Reuters reported that EagleRock Land’s NYSE debut delivered a 24.3% gain from its $18.50 IPO price, valuing the Permian-focused landowner at about $3 billion after raising $320.1 million. IPOX® Associate Lukas Muehlbauer was quoted on renewed IPO momentum, noting that demand is strongest for companies tied to artificial intelligence, power demand, energy security and infrastructure. The article highlights continued investor appetite for energy-related listings and broader confidence in new issuance across public markets after several major offerings this week.