Anthropic reports massive losses

Anthropic, the company behind the AI model Claude, is reported to have lost $80.7 billion (approximately €72 billion) in the first half of 2026, according to a draft prospectus for an initial public offering reviewed by the Wall Street Journal.

Losses increased sharply

This represents a significant increase from the $13 billion (nearly €12 billion) loss reported during the same period in 2025. The figures highlight a steep rise in financial losses over the past year.

IPO plans under scrutiny

The draft prospectus, which outlines details for Anthropic’s planned initial public offering, was obtained by the Wall Street Journal and has drawn attention from investors and analysts. The document includes financial data and plans for the company’s future operations.

Industry context and challenges

Anthropic is one of several major companies developing large-scale artificial intelligence systems, facing intense competition and high operational costs. The substantial losses raise questions about the sustainability of such ventures in the current economic climate.