According to Sawyer Merritt, OpenAI is actively laying the groundwork for an initial public offering (IPO) at a potential $1 trillion valuation, with plans to file with regulators as early as the second half of 2026. CFO Sarah Friar has communicated to associates a target listing in 2027, although some advisers anticipate an even earlier debut. OpenAI has explored raising at least $60 billion, with the possibility of securing a much higher amount. This IPO would not only rank among the largest in history but also signal a significant milestone for the AI industry, likely driving further investment, accelerating enterprise adoption of AI solutions, and reshaping the competitive landscape for generative AI and large language models. The anticipated public listing is expected to attract major institutional investors and fuel innovation in AI infrastructure, creating new business opportunities for startups and established tech companies alike (Sawyer Merritt, Twitter, Oct 30, 2025).