# OpenAI Projects $20 Billion Revenue Jump

> OpenAI forecasts $70 billion annual revenue by year end, a 70% surge from Q3.
- Title: OpenAI Projects $20 Billion Revenue Jump · Pymnts | Shortify
- Summary: OpenAI forecasts $70 billion annual revenue by year end, a 70% surge from Q3. OpenAI expects $70 billion annual revenue by year end, up 70% from September…
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- Source: Pymnts — https://pymnts.com/news/artificial-intelligence/2026/openai-projects-20-billion-jump-in-annualized-revenue-before-year-end
- Author: PYMNTS
- Published: 2026-10-09T13:55:10+00:00
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- Topics: openai, revenue, ai, billion, enterprise, september, announced, business, finance
## OpenAI Revenue Forecast
OpenAI expects annualized revenue to reach at least $70 billion by year end.
## Revenue Growth Drivers
Growth in enterprise business drives expected revenue increase from $50 billion to $70 billion.
## Investor Discussions
OpenAI shared revenue figures with investors during fundraising discussions.
## IPO Postponement
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says IPO will not happen in 2026 due to safety concerns.
## Key takeaway

OpenAI expects $70 billion annual revenue by year end, up 70% from September levels.