Navigating the Equity Capital Markets: IPO Market Renaissance & Structural Shifts

Join us for an in-depth look at the evolving equity capital markets as we unpack the IPO market renaissance and the structural shifts reshaping how issuers, sponsors, and investors approach new listings in 2026. In this one-hour webinar, our speakers will examine the key drivers behind renewed issuance momentum, including the growing “exit wave” of sponsor-backed companies, the market’s clear preference for quality over hype, and what it now takes to build durable demand in a more valuation-disciplined environment.

We’ll explore how US IPO activity is developing in early 2026, what current market conditions suggest about near-term window durability, and how investor sentiment is influencing pricing dynamics and IPO discounts. The conversation will also spotlight tech and innovation-led IPO themes, with a focus on where investors are leaning in (and where skepticism remains), as well as how alternative pathways and evolving deal structures may impact timelines and execution.

Our panel will close with forward-looking perspectives on what to watch for in H2 2026, including the key signals that indicate improving risk appetite, shifting sector leadership, and the readiness benchmarks that matter most for companies considering a listing.

Key Takeaways:

• Overview of global equity capital markets and the key structural shifts shaping issuance in 2026
• US IPO trends and what they signal about the broader “IPO reopening” narrative
• Tech and innovation IPO activity, sector themes, and the evolving pipeline
• Expert insights on the H2 2026 equity capital markets outlook, including sentiment, valuation, and execution considerations
• Register today for a timely deep dive into the forces driving the equity capital markets—and what they mean for IPO candidates, sponsors, and investors in 2026

Speakers

Charlie Bovard

Senior Analyst, Product Management & Development
S&P Global Market Intelligence

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Thomas Mercieca

Lead, Product Management & Development
S&P Global Market Intelligence

 

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Melissa Otto

Head of Visible Alpha Research
S&P Global Market Intelligence

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Chris Fenske

Product Management Director
S&P Global Market Intelligence

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Patricia Medina

Market Development Associate, Sell Side Data & Research
S&P Global Market Intelligence

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