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Pre-IPO Companies at Pre-IPO

Companies that have announced IPO plans or filed S-1 — closest to public markets. Currently tracking 235 companies. Last updated May 2026.

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Pre-IPO Pre-IPO Companies

Companies that have announced IPO plans or filed S-1 — closest to public markets. Currently tracking 235 companies at this stage. Last updated May 2026 on TechStackIPO.

Company Industry Valuation Status
OpenAI Artificial Intelligence $852B Pre-IPO
Anthropic Artificial Intelligence $380B Pre-IPO
Palantir Technologies Enterprise Software $312B Public
SpaceX Aerospace & Defense $275B Private
Arm Holdings Semiconductors $238.4B Public
Uber Transportation Technology $155B Public
Waymo Autonomous Vehicles $126B Pre-IPO
Stripe Fintech $159B Private
Databricks Enterprise Software $134B Public
CrowdStrike Cybersecurity $73B Public

Data sourced from SEC EDGAR filings, company press releases, and verified public announcements. Browse all companies →

About Pre-IPO Stage Companies in 2026

Pre-IPO companies have either announced IPO plans, filed confidential S-1 registration statements, or are widely expected to go public within 12-24 months. This is the most actively watched cohort on TechStackIPO, as S-1 filings, pricing announcements, and roadshow activity can happen rapidly once a company enters this phase. Pre-IPO companies are also the most accessible to retail investors through secondary market platforms like Forge Global and EquityZen, which facilitate private share transactions. TechStackIPO provides real-time monitoring of SEC EDGAR filings, exchange selection decisions, and underwriter appointments for all pre-IPO companies in our database.

Pre-IPO Stage — Frequently Asked Questions

How many Pre-IPO companies does TechStackIPO track?

TechStackIPO currently tracks 235 companies at the Pre-IPO stage. This includes companies across technology, fintech, AI, cybersecurity, healthcare, and other high-growth sectors.

What defines a Pre-IPO company?

Companies that have announced IPO plans or filed S-1 — closest to public markets. Companies at this stage typically share characteristics in revenue scale, team size, and institutional backing.

Can I invest in Pre-IPO companies before they go public?

Accredited investors can access pre-IPO shares in select Pre-IPO companies through secondary market platforms including Forge Global, EquityZen, and Hiive. Availability depends on shareholder willingness to sell and minimum investment thresholds typically range from $10,000 to $50,000.