IPOs – Initial Public Offerings I always am very followed by financial operatorsbecause the debuts of new companies on the stock exchange represent a bet with strong potential for early investors. Think of the large public divestments or the record numbers of some technology companies, which on the occasion of this important step saw their value grow dramatically, given the strong market demand.
The analysts of Freedom24an international online brokerage firm, have identified ten companies which, with their debut on the stock exchange, will be protagonists of the financial scene next year. Among artificial intelligence innovators, digital security leaders and fast fashion giants, the most anticipated IPOs are those of Shein, Databricks, Revolut, Discord and Klarnaall companies uniquely positioned in their sector. But let’s see who the protagonists of 2025 are.
The top “5”
Among the five most anticipated IPOs next year is the big Chinese clothing eCommerce company Shein: with an estimated valuation of around 66 billion dollars, The Chinese company known for aggressive pricing and a pervasive social media presence could rival some of the largest IPOs in recent history. However, investors should carefully evaluate controversies involving the company, including allegations of poor labor practices and adverse environmental impacts, as they could affect public perception and rating stability.
Databricksa pioneer in artificial intelligence and data analytics, is preparing a highly anticipated IPO for early 2025. The company, boosted by a recent valuation of 43 billion dollarsstands out for its innovative approach to data management and machine learning platforms. But according to experts, although the AI sector offers solid growth prospects, the risks associated with the rapidly changing technological landscape and growing competition from large cloud service providers such as Amazon and Microsoft must also be considered.
The big name in banking Revolut, pioneer in the fintech sector, which boasts over 30 million customers worldwide, is planning an IPO for 2025. The platform has become a key player in the fintech space, offering services such as currency exchange, cryptocurrency trading and stock investing, and has already faced regulatory challenges in several jurisdictions, including delays in obtaining a banking license in the UK.
The platform for remote meetings Discord is planning an IPO from 15 billion dollars in 2025. First known for its success in the gaming community, Discord has since expanded into different, broader markets such as remote work and education. However, the company will have to compete with strong competitors such as Slack and Microsoft Teams to demonstrate its ability to differentiate itself and maintain a user-centric approach.
Then there is Klarnaa leader in interest-free deferred payment systems (buy-now, pay-later), which has already presented an IPO in the USA and is aiming to go public in 2025. The company’s valuation, between 6.7 and 14.6 billion of dollars, is in line with market expectations. However, the BNPL sector is facing increasing scrutiny over consumer debt levels and regulatory oversight, especially in large markets such as the US and Europe.
The other five proposals for 2025
Among the IPOs eligible for next year is that of Medline Industriesa major player in the medical supplies industry, is preparing for one of the largest IPOs in years. The company plans to raise over $5 billionaiming for one valuation of around 50 billion of dollars. With its broad product portfolio – from surgical instruments to infection control systems – Medline positions itself as a key supplier to hospitals and healthcare providers around the world.
CoreWeavean emerging company in the AI sector, manages a highly specialized cloud platform for sectors with high computational capacity. The company is aiming for one valuation exceeding 35 billion dollars in its public offering expected in 2025. The New Jersey-based company aims to raise over 3 billion dollars from the sale of shares. It could all start in the second quarter of 2025.
Netscopean innovator in cloud security, is planning a US IPO in the second half of 2025. The company specializes in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) technologies, which are increasingly in demand due to the adoption of hybrid working models.
The Brazilian digital banking platform PicPay is planning an IPO on Nasdaq to access international capital markets. Among Latin America’s leading fintech players, the company has more than 65 million users and offers services ranging from peer-to-peer payments to credit products.
Animoca Brands is a Hong Kong company, a pioneer in blockchain gaming and NFTs. He’s working on one IPO in Hong Kong or the Middle East. With a portfolio of successful blockchain games and partnerships with major brands, Animoca remains well positioned to exploit the intersection of gaming, Web3 and digital assets.
