The current market environment mirrors late-stage Internet boom dynamics, with extreme valuations and a surge in capital raising. Read how the AI boom may become a bust.
The current market backdrop reminds me eerily of the last part of the Internet Boom just over a quarter of a century ago. Extreme valuation levels are one key commonality. The other is that both eras were centered around a major technology Summary - The current market environment mirrors late-stage Internet Boom dynamics, with extreme valuations and a surge in capital raising, especially among AI-related companies.
- Space Exploration Technologies led the 2Q2026 IPO volume with a record $85 billion raised, followed by a $25B bond deal soon thereafter. - IPO volumes are projected to set records in 2026. Previous surges have been followed by bear markets.
- The article below examines the huge wave of IPOs, equity, and debt issuance in 2026 and what it could mean for the overall U.S. equity markets. - Looking for a helping hand in the market?
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