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SEC data shows sharp rise in IPO proceeds in first half of 2026

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The number of US initial public offerings increased 16% year over year, while proceeds raised climbed nearly 400%, according to DERA.

The SEC’s Division of Economic and Risk Analysis (DERA) has released updated statistics and data visualizations covering major areas of the US capital markets, showing significant growth in initial public offerings and follow-on registered offerings during the first half of 2026.

“DERA’s latest data highlight the continued strengthening of U.S. capital

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