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How to invest in the Databricks IPO

Databricks is set to go public, here's what you need to know if you're looking to buy in.

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Databricks, best known for its unified data analytics platform, is planning an IPO, potentially for this year. Here’s what we know about the IPO so far and how to buy in from Australia when the company goes public.

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Monday, February 1: Databricks announced the close of a US$1 billion round of funding, bringing its valuation to over US$28 billion.

What we know about the Databricks IPO

Databricks is expected to go public. Databricks has not yet filed a viewable Form S-1 with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. We’ll update this page with information as it becomes available.

There’s no news yet about how much the stock will cost when it goes public. No date has been set for when the stock will be publicly available.

How to buy shares in Databricks when it goes public

Once Databricks goes public, you’ll need a brokerage account with access to the US market. Consider opening a brokerage account today so you’re ready as soon as the stock hits the market.

  1. Compare share trading platforms. If you’re a beginner, look for a platform with low commissions, expert ratings and investment tools to track your portfolio. Narrow down top brands with our comparison table.
  2. Open and fund your brokerage account. Complete an application with your personal and financial details, like your ID and bank information. Fund your account with a bank transfer, credit card or debit card.
  3. Search for Databricks. Find the stock by name or ticker symbol. Research its history to confirm it’s a solid investment against your financial goals.
  4. Purchase now or later. Buy immediately with a market order or use a limit order to delay your purchase until Databricks reaches your desired price. To spread out your purchase, look into dollar-cost averaging, which smooths out buying at consistent intervals and amounts.
  5. Decide on how many to buy. Weigh your budget against a diversified portfolio that can minimise risk through the market’s ups and downs. You may be able to buy a fractional share of Databricks, depending on your broker.
  6. Check in on your investment. Optimise your portfolio by tracking how your stock — and the business as a whole — performs in the long term. You may be eligible for dividends and shareholder voting rights on directors and management decisions that can affect your stock.

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