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Global IPO Market Faces Major Headwinds in 2026

High-profile initial public offerings face widespread delays and cancellations in 2026 amid market volatility and stricter investor valuations. Companies across various sectors have shelved plans to list shares, opting instead for private funding.

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FILE PHOTO: OURA logo is seen in this illustration taken, August 27, 2026. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration

Global equity capital markets faced mounting pressure in 2026 as Australia's Firmus scrapped its listing, joining a wave of abandoned IPOs. Investors increasingly demanded stricter valuation discipline and greater financial transparency. The widespread pullbacks test hopes for a sustained revival in public offerings worldwide.
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