Ethos Technologies IPO 2026: First Tech Listing Eyes $1.26 Billion Valuation

The tech IPO freeze is finally thawing. Ethos Technologies, an insurtech firm providing software for life insurance sales, has priced its initial public offering and is expected to go public this Thursday. According to reports from TechCrunch, the company set its price range between $18 and $20 per share, aiming for a valuation of up to $1.26 billion.

Breaking Down the Ethos Technologies IPO 2026 Financials

Unlike many cash-burning startups of the previous era, Ethos enters the public market with a proven track record of profitability. For the nine months ending September 30, the company generated nearly $278 million in revenue and $46.6 million in net income. The IPO is expected to raise $102.6 million for the company, while selling shareholders will liquidate shares worth about $108 million.

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A High-Profile Roster of Backers

The company’s cap table reads like a 'who’s who' of Silicon Valley and Hollywood. Major backers include Sequoia, Accel, and Alphabet’s GV. Interestingly, early rounds were fueled by family offices of stars like Will Smith, Robert Downey Jr., and Jay-Z. While the current valuation is a step down from its $2.7 billion peak in 2021, the profitability milestone is what makes this IPO viable in today's cautious market.