Airwallex’s meticulous preparation for 2026 IPO
Financial technology pioneer, Airwallex, has announced its plans to ready itself for an Initial Public Offering (IPO) by 2026.
This news comes as the company has declared a yearly revenue run rate of $500 million, as mentioned by the company’s CEO, Jack Zhang.
The recent surge in Airwallex’s revenue is a result of their market expansion efforts in North America and Europe.
Currently valued at $5.6 billion, the company has the backing of influential supporter Tencent.
This positions Airwallex as a potentially significant contender in the field of fintech IPOs.
The company’s success has mainly been driven by their innovative payment solutions that have attracted a large client base including giants like JD.com.
With a relentless expansion strategy, the company is further strengthened by recent collaborations with esteemed organisations in the fintech industry.
Airwallex’s current annual revenue run rate shows that its revenue has amplified after expanding into Europe, UK, and North America.
This expansion has reportedly led to over 300% annual revenue growth in just the Americas alone.
The total transaction volumes now comprise over 35% from these regions.
Airwallex’s success can be attributed to strong local partnerships and a focus on providing tailored solutions for cross-border payments.
The company is still keen on expansion, with plans in place to increase their presence in Asia and Australasia.
The company’s CEO, Zhang, pointed out that the company is aiming for a $1 billion milestone by 2026 or 2027, in line with the company’s growth ambitions, especially leading up to the planned IPO.
Zhang conveyed the significance of preparing for the IPO in the next two years, which will provide the company with the flexibility to determine the best time for the IPO, including the option to pull back if necessary.
Recently, Airwallex surpassed the $100 billion mark in its annual payment processing volume which underscores the company’s increasing global influence, and is expected to strengthen its market position leading up to a potential IPO.
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