Is OpenAI delaying its IPO, and why has it reportedly discussed giving the US government a 5% stake?

In this episode of the Market Maker Podcast, Anthony Cheung and Stephen Barnett break down one of the biggest stories in finance and technology before exploring the latest IPOs shaping global markets.

From Bending Spoons' blockbuster listing and Lime's stock market debut to Oman's largest flotation and Wayve's role in the London Stock Exchange's new private markets initiative, we explain what these deals reveal about investing, venture capital, AI and the future of capital markets.

Whether you're preparing for investment banking interviews, working in finance, or simply want to understand the biggest business stories of the week, this episode gives you the context behind the headlines in a clear and practical way.

(00:00) Coming Up

(02:54) OpenAI's 5% US Government Deal

(10:06) OpenAI IPO Delay Explained

(13:52) Bending Spoons IPO

(23:19) Lime IPO Explained

(29:28) Oman's Fertilizer IPO

(35:22) London's New Private Market