Ahead of its IPO, Anthropic’s Daniela Amodei shrugs off doubts about AI’s returns

Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company behind the Claude chatbot, is preparing for its initial public offering amid explosive growth. The company announced that annualized revenue crossed $47 billion in May, up dramatically from roughly $9 billion at the end of 2025. That trajectory faces a real test, though, as investors and analysts question whether the AI sector can sustain such high returns. In a recent interview, Anthropic co-founder Daniela Amodei dismissed concerns, emphasizing the company's strong fundamentals and long-term vision. "We're not just riding a hype wave," she said. "Our technology is delivering real value to enterprises, and the numbers speak for themselves." The revenue surge has been driven by widespread adoption of Claude across industries, from healthcare to finance. Anthropic's IPO, expected later this year, is anticipated to be one of the largest tech listings in recent memory. However, skeptics point to the high costs of AI infrastructure and the competitive landscape, with rivals like OpenAI and Google also vying for market share. Amodei acknowledged the challenges but remained optimistic. "The AI market is still in its early stages," she noted. "We're focused on building sustainable growth, not just short-term gains." As Anthropic gears up for its public debut, all eyes will be on whether its revenue momentum can continue to impress Wall Street.