Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt invested tens of millions in AI startup Anthropic in 2021, acquiring about 1% ownership. With Anthropic's valuation potentially reaching $2 trillion ahead of its IPO, Schmidt's stake could be worth up to $20 billion, significantly boosting his net worth. The company, known for its Claude chatbot, is expected to start marketing its IPO in early November, with trading possibly beginning before Thanksgiving. This valuation would mark a massive increase from Anthropic's $461 million valuation during Schmidt's initial investment and surpass the growth of other tech bets like Uber.
Eric Schmidt's early bet on Anthropic highlights the ongoing interest in AI innovation within the tech sector. Meanwhile, Alphabet Inc (GOOGL), Google's parent company, trades at USD 341.35 on Pluang as of Oct 20, 2026, 23:51 WIB, down 0.82% for the day. The stock holds a market cap of $4.19 trillion and shows balanced order activity with 50% sell and 50% buy, reflecting steady investor engagement in related tech giants.
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