AI COMPANY VALUATION
Aswath Damodaran trims his Anthropic IPO valuation to $1.45 trillion; Dean of valuation explains why
Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran has lowered Anthropic's estimated worth to $1.45 trillion, citing concerns over governance, regulatory hurdles, infrastructure costs and profitability. He also outlined four investment strategies to manage uncertainty surrounding the AI company's potential IPO.
EloElo eyes global expansion post $80 million fundraise, aims to build ‘Netflix of micro-drama’
EloElo Group, the parent company of Story TV, successfully raised $80 million in a Series C funding round. The funding round was led by Hornbill Capital and NBCUniversal, significantly increasing the company's valuation. EloElo aims to enhance its micro-drama platform and expand into international markets. The company reported substantial user growth and high production efficiency using AI technology.
AI bubble is coming, and there is no way out! Ashwath Damodaran explains what investors should do before the crash begins
Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran believes an AI bubble is inevitable and investors cannot avoid its impact entirely. In a recent podcast, he traced the AI frenzy to ChatGPT's 2022 launch, which brought artificial intelligence into public consciousness. He explained how advances in computing power and access to vast amounts of data have transformed AI and fuelled today's enthusiasm.
Entertainment company Eloelo raises $80 million from Hornbill Capital, NBCUniversal
Eloelo Group, the operator of the micro-drama platform Story TV, secured $80 million in funding. The investment will facilitate international expansion and original content production across multiple Indian languages. Eloelo's annualized collections have significantly increased, showcasing strong user engagement with over 40 million monthly active users. However, investors express concerns about growth sustainability given rising customer acquisition costs.
AI deployment accelerating, but enterprises becoming more discerning: Freshworks CEO Dennis Woodside
The Nasdaq-listed software-as-a-service (SaaS) company reported a 14% year-on-year increase in revenue to $245.4 million for the July-September quarter, marginally ahead of its guidance. Net profit stood at $18.3 million, compared with a loss of $4.7 million in the year-ago period.
Chip startup Agrani Labs looks to raise $108 million from Peak XV, Google, Samsung
Peak XV Partners is leading the round and is expected to contribute more than half of the total funding. Google, HCL Tech, Samsung Ventures and Stargazer, an investment firm set up by Groww's founders, are also expected to participate, the people cited above said.
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Apple’s robust India quarter; Giva’s $100 million funding
Apple posted record sales in India in the September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
Coders out, VCs in: Investors bet billions on AI-first services
The AI-native services firms’ promise of high margins and rapid growth with fewer people has attracted the interest of VC firms. If Distyl AI raised $175 million at a $1.8 billion valuation a year ago, Wonderful raised $550 million at a $5 billion valuation in September.
Anthropic says revenue surged 1,100% ahead of IPO
Anthropic, one of the world's leading artificial intelligence companies, on Monday reported a more than 1,100 percent surge in quarterly revenue and nearly $900 billion in spending commitments as it counts down to its Wall Street listing later this month. The filing said the company has committed to spend about $895 billion, mostly on computing power, with $70 billion of that due before September 2027.
Anthropic revenue jumps 1,100% ahead of IPO as AI spending commitments near $900 billion
Anthropic reported a 1,100% surge in third quarter revenue to $17 billion ahead of its planned IPO later this month. However, the AI company also disclosed a $23.3 billion net loss and nearly $895 billion in spending commitments, raising questions about AI infrastructure costs and investor appetite for its proposed listing.
Anthropic plans to sell $3.5 billion of shares to Japan investors in IPO, filing shows
The new shares issued to Japanese investors will go to raise working capital and fund operating expenses and capital expenditure, the filing said.
US Midterm elections, Apple earnings, jobs data to test Wall Street after AI rout
Wall Street faces a pivotal week as US midterm elections, major corporate earnings and October jobs data test investor sentiment. Recent AI-led tech selloffs have heightened concerns over infrastructure spending and returns. Apple, AMD and Palantir results, alongside regulatory uncertainty and economic signals, could determine market direction and volatility.
China's robot makers have mastered the moves. Now comes the race for brains
The shift is fuelling an investment boom in embodied AI, a field focused on software that allows robots to understand their surroundings, learn unfamiliar tasks and adapt without having to be programmed for every job.
OpenAI cuts funding target by $10 billion: FT
AI startup OpenAI has slashed the target for its latest funding round by $10 billion and is now seeking to raise $20 billion at a $1.25 trillion valuation, the Financial Times
ITC, RIL, HDFC Bank among top laggards as Nifty falls over 12% in 2026: Time to buy beaten-down stocks or wait for a recovery?
In 2026, the Nifty 50 index faced significant drops, with 34 out of 50 stocks plummeting by as much as 34%. Analysts believe that the sell-off is driven by foreign institutional investor exits and a conservative outlook on earnings. This decline presents potential opportunities for long-term investors as valuations dip below historical norms.
Jio & let Jio, India’s crackling telco space
India's Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are now among the world's top telecom companies due to significant evolution. The integration of AI technologies is transforming telecom networks and helping to optimize operations effectively. This shift enhances the capacity for high-speed data transfer, which is essential for supporting AI applications. Telecom firms are addressing challenges such as siloed data and adapting to provide better services.
Meet Lukas Biewald, who lost his CEO role at his first startup; how an unpaid internship at OpenAI helped him build an AI company behind a karate studio that sold for $1.7 billion
After reportedly leaving the CEO role, Lukas Biewald felt that he needed to strengthen his technical knowledge as deep learning advanced. He then spent time building robots, experimenting with TensorFlow in a Raspberry Pi and studying neural networks. He taught introductory deep-learning classes to thousands of engineers, which helped him understand the problems developers faced when building AI models.
Dean of valuation Aswath Damodaran pegs Anthropic's worth at $1.475 trillion ahead of mega IPO
Aswath Damodaran values Anthropic at $1.475 trillion ahead of its anticipated IPO, but warns that compute costs, slowing revenue growth, and competition could alter its outlook. His scenarios range from a negative $373 billion to $4.04 trillion in equity value.
Anthropic IPO sparks betting frenzy on prediction markets
Prediction markets are witnessing rising activity ahead of Anthropic’s anticipated IPO, with retail investors betting on its valuation, listing timeline and exchange. Platforms Polymarket and Kalshi have attracted millions in trading volume, reflecting strong AI investment interest while highlighting uncertainty surrounding valuations and investor demand.
Global Market: Samsung Electronics posts record $80.5 billion quarterly operating profit on AI chip boom
Samsung Electronics reported record quarterly operating profit of 107.4 trillion won, driven by surging AI memory chip demand. Despite strong earnings, shares fell over 5% amid concerns about semiconductor division performance and AI investment sustainability. Samsung also announced shareholder returns of up to 110 trillion won this year.
Why AI stocks rallied after Anthropic’s IPO filing
AI stocks rallied after Anthropic disclosed IPO paperwork, with Nvidia gaining nearly 3% and the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index climbing over 3%. Chipmakers, data centre operators and AI infrastructure firms also advanced. The potential listings of Anthropic and OpenAI could offer new valuation benchmarks, even as concerns over AI spending and financing costs persist.
Who are the biggest investors backing Anthropic? A look at key stakeholders
Anthropic’s planned IPO is set to test public-market appetite for artificial intelligence companies. Backed by Amazon, Google, leading venture capital firms, global institutions and prominent individual investors, the Claude maker has seen its valuation surge through successive funding rounds.
Anthropic vs OpenAI: How Claude maker’s growth is challenging ChatGPT ahead of IPO
Anthropic has seen significant revenue growth, reaching $16.29 billion in the first half of 2026. OpenAI continues to expand its business model while generating substantial revenues from its consumer and enterprise offerings. Both companies face financial pressures as they invest heavily in infrastructure and computing power. The competition between Anthropic and OpenAI is primarily driven by their customer acquisition strategies and operational efficiencies.
Anthropic IPO: 5 jaw-dropping numbers investors need to know about $1.5 trillion public offer
Anthropic’s planned IPO could test investor appetite for AI amid a potential $1.5 trillion valuation. Revenue growth, substantial losses, $518 billion in infrastructure commitments and reliance on major cloud partners highlight key financial risks investors must assess.
Anthropic's top investors include Amazon, Google, Fidelity Management
Anthropic is preparing for its initial public offering, supported by significant investments from Amazon and Google. The company's valuation has increased significantly through numerous funding rounds over recent periods. Key investors like ICONIQ Capital and Coatue Management have also expressed confidence in its potential. Anthropic's partnerships with technology leaders enhance its resources for advancing AI development.
Anthropic’s historic IPO filing: Will Anthropic (ANT) stock crash after IPO? Claude maker reportedly targets potential $2 trillion valuation
Anthropic’s IPO could put its stock to the test. The company behind Claude reportedly targets a potential $2 trillion valuation, but its heavy spending and billions in losses raise questions. Will ANT stock hold its value after listing, or could investors rethink the price once trading begins?
Anthropic files for US IPO amid AI boom, rising costs and safety concerns
Anthropic has filed for a US IPO to support its ambitious AI development plans and secure funding. The company's recent financial details show significant revenue growth, but losses have widened sharply. Investors are currently valuing Anthropic at approximately $1.5 trillion, reflecting recent market fluctuations. Anthropic is in competition with OpenAI in the race to create advanced AI systems.
Timeline: Anthropic's path from AI startup to industry-defining IPO
Anthropic's IPO filing marks a significant step toward becoming the first public listing for a frontier AI lab. The company has raised a total of $3.5 billion in various funding rounds leading up to its IPO. Significant investments have come from major companies including Amazon.com and Alphabet's Google. Anthropic is currently projecting revenue of approximately $190 billion to $200 billion in 2028.
Anthropic IPO: What should investors consider when valuing the AI company? Aswath Damodaran explains
Anthropic is on track for an IPO expected in mid-November, reporting impressive revenues of $16.3 billion. However, the company faces a staggering net loss of over $80 billion for the year. Valuation expert Aswath Damodaran warns that IPO investor metrics can be erratic and heavily influenced by market sentiment. As Anthropic navigates an evolving business model, investors are advised to look beyond venture capital evaluations for a clearer understanding.
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