OpenAI CFO flags monetization lag as company prepares for mega IPO
OpenAI's CFO has raised concerns about the company's financial readiness for a potential IPO due to a lag in monetization. The company has missed several revenue targets and is facing increased competition in the market. As growth slows, board members are scrutinizing expansion plans and large data center deals.
- ▪OpenAI's revenue may not keep up with rising costs for computing and data infrastructure.
- ▪The company fell short of its goal of reaching one billion weekly active users.
- ▪Subscriber churn was higher than expected, leading to missed monthly revenue targets.
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Photo: Mariia Shalabaieva/Unsplash OpenAI CFO flags monetization lag as company prepares for mega IPO Concerns arise over OpenAI's financial readiness as growth slows ahead of potential public offering. Share Add us on Google by Vivian Nguyen Apr. 28, 2026 OpenAI’s financial chief Sarah Friar flagged concerns that the company’s revenue may not keep up with escalating costs for computing and data infrastructure. The warning, first reported by The Wall Street Journal, raises questions about the pace of expansion and its readiness for a potential public listing. OpenAI recently fell short of its goal of reaching one billion weekly active users and missed its annual revenue target. Monthly revenue targets were also missed, and subscriber churn came in higher than expected.
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