Brew Markets The 2026 IPO Pipeline with Nasdaq’s Vice Chairman Bob McCooey
Jan 30, 2026
Bob McCooey, Nasdaq Vice Chairman overseeing international listings and APAC capital markets, joins from Times Square. He discusses why IPO activity could surge in 2026 and what attracts big listings like SpaceX. They cover Walmart’s move to Nasdaq, courting Asian companies, retail investor trends, post-IPO support tools, and tokenization for clearance and settlement.
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Broad IPO Upswing Driven By AI Ecosystem
- IPO volume will likely rise in 2026 with bigger, higher-quality listings rather than a return to 2021 levels.
- AI and its ecosystem needs capital, driving diverse IPO demand across sectors.
Nasdaq's History With Early Tech Winners
- Nasdaq won 80% of IPOs over five years and attracted switchers like Walmart.
- Bob links Nasdaq's success to backing early tech innovators like Apple and Microsoft.
Prioritize Investor Relations Post-IPO
- After an IPO, companies must proactively manage investor relations to tell their story quarter after quarter.
- Nasdaq offers tools to help firms analyze shareholders and target the right investors.