When Will SB Energy IPO? Nvidia's $3B Stake, Conflicting Reports

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By Segmara Research · Published September 27, 2026

As of September 26, 2026, SB Energy's IPO status is contested: two reports from September 22, 2026 disagree. The SoftBank-backed AI data-center developer filed a Form S-1 with the SEC for a Nasdaq listing, CNBC reported September 1, 2026; the filing said SB Energy is "substantially dependent" on OpenAI as both tenant and equity investor, and that none of its data centers are operational yet. Bloomberg reported September 21, 2026 that Nvidia agreed to buy another $1.5 billion of SB Energy shares in a private placement, bringing Nvidia's total stake to $3 billion. Bloomberg reported September 22, 2026 that SB Energy filed an amended S-1 to disclose that $3 billion Nvidia investment more prominently on the cover page, and plans to begin marketing the IPO once SEC review of the registration statement is finished. The same day, BigGo Finance, citing the New York Times, reported the opposite: SB Energy postponed its Nasdaq IPO, originally scheduled for that month, after investors balked at its roughly $50 billion target valuation and underwriters could not secure enough demand within the set price range. SEC EDGAR shows S-1 amendments on September 4 and 21, 2026 and no withdrawal as of September 26.

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Key points

A Form S-1, then two contradicting accounts

SB Energy, a SoftBank-backed AI data-center developer, publicly filed a Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a Nasdaq listing, CNBC reported on September 1, 2026. Twenty days later, on September 21, 2026, Bloomberg reported that Nvidia agreed to buy an additional $1.5 billion of SB Energy shares in a private placement ahead of the IPO, bringing Nvidia's total backing of the company to $3 billion.

On September 22, 2026, two reports about what came next disagreed. Bloomberg reported that SB Energy filed an amended S-1 partly to disclose Nvidia's $3 billion investment more prominently on the filing's cover page, and that the company plans to begin formally marketing the IPO to investors once the SEC finishes reviewing its registration statement. The same day, BigGo Finance, citing the New York Times, reported that SB Energy had instead postponed its Nasdaq IPO, originally scheduled for that month.

What the S-1 discloses about OpenAI

The Form S-1 CNBC reported on September 1, 2026 discloses that SB Energy is "substantially dependent" on OpenAI in two roles: as a tenant leasing its data-center capacity, and as an equity investor in the company itself.

The same filing discloses that none of SB Energy's data centers are operational yet, meaning the disclosed dependency on OpenAI predates any facility generating revenue from its own operations.

Nvidia's growing stake versus a stalled valuation

Nvidia's disclosed involvement grew in steps: the $1.5 billion private-placement commitment Bloomberg reported on September 21, 2026 brought Nvidia's total investment in SB Energy to $3 billion. Bloomberg reported the next day, September 22, 2026, that SB Energy amended its S-1 partly to put that $3 billion figure more prominently on the cover page, alongside the company's stated plan to begin marketing the IPO once SEC review of its registration statement concludes.

A separate report published the same day, September 22, 2026, described a different outcome. BigGo Finance, citing the New York Times, reported that SB Energy had instead postponed its Nasdaq IPO, originally scheduled for that month, after investors balked at its roughly $50 billion target valuation and underwriters could not secure sufficient investor demand within the set price range. Segmara has not independently verified which account reflects SB Energy's current status.

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DraftThe company can first submit a draft registration statement (DRS) for confidential SEC review.

S-1 or F-1The registration statement goes public on SEC EDGAR: Form S-1, or Form F-1 for many foreign companies. A company that used a draft must file publicly at least 15 days before its roadshow.

AmendmentsS-1/A or F-1/A amendments answer SEC comments, and one of them adds the expected price range.

PricingOnce the SEC declares the registration effective, the company sets the price with its underwriters and files the final prospectus, usually a 424B4.

First tradeThe shares start trading on the exchange named in the prospectus, such as Nasdaq or the NYSE.

Sources: SEC, March 3, 2025 · Investor.gov, October 14, 2022 · Regulation S-K Item 501 · SEC Form F-1.

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Key takeaways

SB Energy, a SoftBank-backed AI data-center developer, publicly filed a Form S-1 with the SEC for a Nasdaq IPO, CNBC reported on September 1, 2026; the filing discloses the company is "substantially dependent" on OpenAI as both a tenant and an equity investor, and that none of its data centers are operational yet.
Nvidia agreed to buy an additional $1.5 billion of SB Energy shares in a private placement ahead of the IPO, Bloomberg reported on September 21, 2026, bringing Nvidia's total backing of SB Energy to $3 billion.
Two reports dated September 22, 2026 disagree on what comes next: Bloomberg reported that SB Energy filed an amended S-1 to more prominently disclose Nvidia's $3 billion stake and plans to begin marketing the IPO once SEC review is finished, while BigGo Finance, citing the New York Times, reported that SB Energy instead postponed its Nasdaq IPO after investors balked at a roughly $50 billion target valuation and underwriters could not secure sufficient demand.

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Has SB Energy confirmed an IPO date?

No. SB Energy filed a Form S-1 with the SEC, CNBC reported on September 1, 2026, but reporting disagrees on timing. Bloomberg reported on September 22, 2026 that the company plans to begin marketing its IPO once SEC review of the registration statement is finished, while BigGo Finance, citing the New York Times, reported the same day that SB Energy postponed the IPO. No specific listing date appears in the verified reporting.

Why does SB Energy's S-1 mention OpenAI?

The Form S-1 CNBC reported on September 1, 2026 discloses that SB Energy is "substantially dependent" on OpenAI in two roles at once: as a tenant of its data centers and as an equity investor in the company. The same filing discloses that none of SB Energy's data centers are operational yet.

How much has Nvidia invested in SB Energy?

Nvidia's total backing reached $3 billion after it agreed to buy an additional $1.5 billion of SB Energy shares in a private placement ahead of the IPO, Bloomberg reported on September 21, 2026. Bloomberg reported on September 22, 2026 that SB Energy filed an amended S-1 partly to disclose that $3 billion figure more prominently on the filing's cover page.

Can I buy SB Energy shares before the IPO?

SB Energy's shares are not trading on any public exchange as of the latest verified reporting, and a completed IPO is not confirmed by the facts above; one September 22, 2026 report says marketing was about to begin, another says the listing was postponed. Segmara does not sell, broker, or arrange purchases of SB Energy shares.

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