Nasdaq CEO flags IPO slowdown amid market volatility

The IPO market is grappling with hurdles stemming from macroeconomic instability and fluctuating market conditions that are influencing corporate strategies. Numerous firms have either delayed or abandoned their public listing intentions lately. Nevertheless, Nasdaq maintains a sturdy and vibrant pipeline for future listings, even as analysts caution that a revival in IPO activity likely won't materialize until 2026 without a surge in investor interest.