Technology news and discussion on TalkFuse.
OpenAI president Greg Brockman says company could be IPO ready in 2027
OpenAI president Greg Brockman said the company could be ready to go public in 2027, while stressing that it would choose the timing it considers right. His comments reflect a sharp change in OpenAI’s business profile as it gains ground with large organisations, a market where rival Anthropic has made inroads.
Brockman said OpenAI’s first half of 2026 was difficult in enterprise and agentic coding, but its annualised revenue grew 70% quarter on quarter in the third quarter as enterprise business doubled. Enterprise now generates most of the company’s revenue, up from about 30%, while consumer revenue has also continued to grow. He cited a new partnership with J.P. Morgan Chase and said winning business depends on helping clients identify useful milestones and building trust over time.
In short
- Brockman says OpenAI could be IPO ready in 2027.
- Enterprise revenue doubled in the third quarter.
- Enterprise now accounts for most of OpenAI’s revenue.
Steelman: both sides, in good faith
The strongest fair case each way — we don't pick a winner.
The case for
Going public in 2027 could give OpenAI access to substantial capital and let public investors share in the value of its rapid growth, including expanding enterprise demand. If the company is ready and chooses the timing carefully, an IPO could also provide a clearer framework for accountability as its business grows.
The case against
A public listing could pressure OpenAI to prioritise near-term financial results, potentially complicating long-term research and decisions about how to manage powerful AI. Its recent growth and enterprise gains do not guarantee sustained performance, so waiting could give the company more time to build a durable business and assess the costs and responsibilities of public ownership.
AI Business Companies Government Politics Technology