Ticker · Updated November 12, 2026
OpenAI stock symbol: there isn't one yet.
OpenAI is a private company, so it has no ticker on any exchange. Here's what we know and what to watch for.
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Does OpenAI have a stock symbol?
No. OpenAI is not listed on Nasdaq or NYSE. Any "OpenAI stock" ticker you see quoted online is either a different company, a fund, or a private-market estimate.
When will OpenAI get a ticker?
The ticker will be revealed when OpenAI makes its S-1 public, usually a few weeks before pricing. The CFO has pointed to 2027 as the target window.
What could the ticker be?
Nothing is confirmed. Anthropic chose ANT, so short, brand-based tickers are likely. Treat any specific guess as speculation.
How to get OpenAI exposure today
Microsoft (MSFT) and SoftBank (9984.T) own large OpenAI stakes. Accredited investors can sometimes buy private shares through secondary platforms.
FAQ
What is OpenAI's stock symbol?
OpenAI has no stock symbol because it is not publicly traded. A ticker will be announced with its public S-1 filing.
Is OPAI the OpenAI ticker?
No. OpenAI has not announced any ticker. Symbols circulating online are speculation.
Is OpenAI on the stock market?
No. OpenAI is private and targets an IPO in 2027.
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Not financial advice. Figures come from public reports and may change.
Sources
- CNN Business (via NewsLantern), OpenAI files confidential IPO registration — 2026-06-01
- The Verge, OpenAI valued at $1.25 trillion, as rival Anthropic nears its IPO — 2026-11-06
- Crypto Briefing, Sam Altman rules out 2026 IPO, eyes $1 trillion valuation first — 2026-09-12
- CNBC, Anthropic sets IPO price range of $70 to $78 — 2026-11-10