Nasdaq on Wednesday reported a record-breaking first half of 2026, with new listings raising $129.3 billion, the highest amount ever recorded by a US exchange over the first six months of a year.

The total was boosted by SpaceX’s $85.7 billion IPO, the largest in history, together with record sector listings by Cerebras, Quantinuum and Parabilis.

According to Nasdaq, the performance reflects improving market conditions, stronger investor sentiment, and renewed activity across sectors driving the next generation of economic growth.

President Nelson Griggs said the exchange’s focus on technology and innovation has helped establish it as the preferred destination for companies seeking long-term access to capital.

Nasdaq continued expanding its market infrastructure through the launch of Nasdaq Texas, where SpaceX also completed a dual listing.

The exchange expects its healthy IPO pipelines to remain active throughout the year, supported by companies operating in AI, biotechnology, energy, aerospace, and defense.