Ripple could be on track to launch the largest initial public offering (IPO) in history, according to former company director Sean McBride. However, recent updates from insiders suggest Ripple may not file for an IPO anytime soon.
So, is Ripple planning the biggest IPO ever, or is the hype too early?
Sean McBride recently posted on X, estimating Ripple’s valuation at $30 billion. This is based on Ripple’s ongoing share buyback program, where the company is purchasing at least $700 million worth of shares at $175 each.
By multiplying this per-share price with the total share count, McBride arrived at the $30 billion figure — a valuation that would place Ripple ahead of many past IPO giants.
If Ripple goes public with this valuation, it could surpass the biggest IPOs ever seen. Here’s a breakdown of the top IPOs by capital raised:
Ripple’s IPO could outshine even Saudi Aramco, making it a historic milestone in the crypto and fintech industry.
A couple of years ago, McBride predicted that Ripple would go public by 2025, potentially outside the U.S. due to its legal battle with the SEC. However, the scenario has changed:
This makes a U.S.-based IPO more likely than ever.
Still, sources close to Ripple leadership have denied plans for a 2025 IPO, and even McBride has distanced himself from his earlier forecast. However, some analysts like Linda P Jones believe Ripple’s IPO could still happen within this year.
Ripple’s current strategy appears to prioritize acquisitions over public listing. With massive cash reserves, the company is under no pressure to go public.
Key strategic moves include:
Interestingly, Circle’s IPO on NYSE in June 2025 was a success, with its stock (CRCL) soaring 290% above its initial offering price.
Ripple may be setting the stage for a record-breaking IPO, but its current focus on strategic acquisitions and the uncertain timeline for going public make the situation unclear.One thing is certain — if Ripple does go public, it could redefine the crypto IPO landscape forever.
Although previously predicted for 2025 and possibly outside the U.S., a resolution to the SEC lawsuit and pro-crypto U.S. leadership make a U.S.-based IPO more likely, but no immediate plans are confirmed.
Ripple’s current strategy focuses on strategic acquisitions, like Hidden Road for $1.25 billion, to expand its services and enhance XRP/RLUSD utility, rather than immediately going public.
A $30 billion valuation would position Ripple’s IPO to surpass historic giants like Saudi Aramco ($29.4B) and Alibaba Group ($25B), making it potentially the largest ever.
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