StubHub, the online ticketing giant, is officially back on track to go public this September, following a temporary pause in April due to market volatility triggered by geopolitical tensions and tariff concerns. The company filed an updated IPO prospectus on Monday, signaling a renewed push to enter the public markets.
A Delayed Debut Reignited
StubHub had initially filed to go public in March 2025, aiming to list on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol “STUB.” However, the company hit pause in April as President Donald Trump’s “liberation day” tariffs sent shockwaves through the financial markets, prompting a broader IPO freeze. Now, with market conditions stabilizing and investor appetite for tech IPOs rebounding, StubHub is preparing to launch its IPO roadshow shortly after Labor Day, with a public debut expected later in the month.
In the first quarter, StubHub posted $397.6 million in revenue, up 10% year-over-year. Operating income reached $26.8 million, a turnaround from a loss of $883,000 last year. However, net losses widened to $35.9 million. StubHub faces stiff competition. Rivals include Ticketmaster, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, and TicketNetwork. Despite this, StubHub remains a major player in the ticketing space. It was founded in 2000, acquired by eBay in 2007, and bought back by co-founder Eric Baker in 2020 for $4 billion.
What’s Next?
While StubHub has not disclosed a pricing range for its IPO shares, the company’s decision to re-enter the IPO pipeline reflects growing confidence in market conditions and investor sentiment. The coming weeks will be critical as the company engages with institutional investors and finalizes its offering details.
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