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Anthropic's IPO wobbles: investors doubt the $1.5 trillion valuation, one sees closer to $1 trillion
After the tech sell-off, three would-be investors told the WSJ $1.5T is hard to reach; one sees $1T. Reuters sources doubt a November listing.
Disclosure: Anthropic makes Claude, the AI assistant that helps draft articles on this site. This does not change how we source the story, which rests on press reports. On November 5-6, 2026, the Wall Street Journal reported that three major investors planning to take part in Anthropic's IPO consider a $1.5 trillion valuation unrealistic after Thursday's sell-off; one sees it closer to $1 trillion. Anthropic had not responded in the coverage we read, and its public timetable is unchanged.
The essentials
- WSJ: three major would-be investors say $1.5 trillion will likely have to come down; one says closer to $1 trillion. A delay and a smaller offering are also reportedly under consideration.
- Reuters: four people familiar with the discussions doubt the roadshow can start the week of November 9 as planned, or that a November listing is still possible.
- Not an official target: the $1.5 trillion is a figure discussed by investors and reported by media. Anthropic filed its prospectus in late October without a price range.
- What is known: shares are to list on the Nasdaq under "ANT"; the raise is reported at up to $100 billion; the last private round, in May, raised $65 billion at a $965 billion post-money valuation, per one summary.
- A missing number: an amended filing reportedly left October revenue blank, which investors want to see.
What changed this week?
On Thursday, US tech stocks fell sharply (see our separate article). Investors then told the press the earlier price was no longer workable. In October, Bloomberg had reported a goal of up to $2 trillion; Reuters later said investor expectations fell to about $1.5 trillion, and Bloomberg cited discussions around $1.4 trillion to $1.5 trillion. Executives and advisers are expected to meet in the coming days.
What are the options on the table?
According to the WSJ as relayed: accept a lower valuation near $1 trillion, shrink the offering, or delay the listing. One investor reportedly suggested a delay of the offering, which was aimed at the week before Thanksgiving. None of these has been announced by Anthropic.
What is not established?
- Whether Anthropic will lower its price, delay or proceed as planned: no company statement was found.
- How many investors share the doubts: the WSJ speaks of three, Reuters of four sources; they are not necessarily the same people.
- The October revenue figure and how recent growth compares with earlier months.
- Any link to other offerings, such as OpenAI's reported funding efforts, beyond press mentions.
Summary table
| Point | What is stated as of November 6, 2026 | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Valuation doubt | Three investors; one sees about $1 trillion | WSJ via Business Standard, TipRanks |
| Timing doubt | Roadshow week of Nov. 9 and November listing questioned | Reuters via BeInCrypto |
| Earlier goal | Up to $2 trillion in October | Business Standard |
| Last private round | $65 billion at $965 billion, May | Trending Topics |
| Ticker, venue | ANT, Nasdaq | Trending Topics |
| Company response | Not available in coverage read | Business Standard |
FAQ
Has Anthropic's IPO been cancelled?
No: coverage says it is in doubt, and the public timetable has not changed.
Is $1.5 trillion the official valuation?
No, it is a figure under discussion; no price range was set in the prospectus.
Where can I buy shares?
Not yet: Anthropic is private for now.
Method and limits
Sources checked on November 6, 2026. We read search extracts of relays of the WSJ and Reuters reports; neither original was read, and some figures come from secondary summaries. This is not investment advice.
Sources
- Business Standard: Is Anthropic's mega IPO at risk over its $1.5 trillion valuation? (verified 2026-11-06)
- Unusual Whales: Anthropic IPO valuation in doubt as investors push back, WSJ reports (verified 2026-11-06)
- BeInCrypto: Is $1.5 trillion too much for Anthropic? (verified 2026-11-06)
- Trending Topics: Anthropic's IPO wobbles as valuation could slide to $1 trillion (verified 2026-11-06)
- TipRanks: Tech sell-off may cut Anthropic's IPO valuation to $1 trillion (verified 2026-11-06)
- TokenPost: Anthropic IPO valuation faces pushback after tech selloff (verified 2026-11-06)
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