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Oura postpones Nasdaq initial public offering citing market uncertainty

By The Likely · Updated Sep 30, 7:00 AM ET · Drawn from 9 sources · Written by AI, checked against sources

Smart ring maker Oura postponed its planned Nasdaq public stock debut on September 29, 2026, citing market uncertainty despite strong demand. The company put the sale on hold eight days after launching its offering plans.

Why it mattersThe decision delays an estimated $532.6 million in new company funding and $1.53 billion for existing shareholders.

How we got here

  1. Oura was founded in Finland. Businesswire
  2. Oura launched the Oura Ring 5. Gov
  3. Oura filed its S-1 registration statement with the SEC. Renaissancecapital
  4. Oura formally launched its IPO plans to offer 50 million shares on Nasdaq under ticker symbol OURA. Businesswire, CNBC
  5. Oura announced that it postponed its IPO, citing uncertainty despite strong demand. CNBC
  6. Oura projected 5.7 million paid members and 90% year-over-year revenue growth for fiscal 2026. Fiercehealthcare

What's likely next

  1. Oura announced no replacement IPO date. Its S-1 had not yet been declared effective, and CEO Tom Hale said the company would continue executing on business opportunities while choosing its IPO timing.

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