OpenAI is reportedly seeking to raise $20 billion at a $1.25 trillion valuation. The move comes as Meta and Microsoft have just raised funds and an Anthropic IPO looms.
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| Market | US stocks |
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| Sector | Information Technology |
| Industry | Systems Software |
| Market cap | $3.9T |
| Close on 10/30/2026 | 521.90 |
| Change that session | -1.55% |
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