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SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic IPOs: The One Question Investors Must Ask

The Morning Brief on Yahoo Finance discusses the critical question investors should ask about upcoming IPOs from SpaceX, Anthropic, and OpenAI, and whether retail investors are prepared to invest in these private companies.

June 2, 2026
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Source: Yahoo Finance Video
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The market is eyeing potential initial public offerings from three of the most prominent names in technology: SpaceX (SPAX.PVT), Anthropic (ANTH.PVT), and OpenAI (OPAI.PVT). On Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief, host Julie Hyman, along with Yahoo Finance Tech Editor Dan Howley and Investopedia Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver, discussed the key question investors should be asking ahead of these IPOs.

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These companies are among the most valuable private firms globally, with SpaceX valued at over $180 billion, OpenAI at roughly $80 billion, and Anthropic at $18.4 billion. However, their private nature has so far prevented retail investors from participating in their growth.

Context

The IPO discussions come amid a resurgence in the IPO market, with growing investor interest in AI and technology companies. However, analysts warn that high valuations could pose risks for retail investors who may be swayed by hype without fully understanding the risks.

What It Means for Investors

Retail investors should assess their risk tolerance and understand that these companies are still in relatively early growth stages, facing significant regulatory and competitive challenges. Experts advise focusing on the fundamentals rather than getting caught up in the hype.

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