Anthropic’s IPO filing shows explosive growth, risks and staggering costs

AI giant Anthropic has publicly filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with US market regulators. The document offered a glimpse into the company's finances but also contained nearly 100 pages related to risks around investing in the company. The filing revealed that in the first half of 2026, its revenue soared to $16.3 billion while net loss widened to over $80 billion. Plus, London's iconic Oxford Street, one of Europe's busiest shopping areas, has been partially pedestrianised.