NIQ Global Intelligence Aims to Raise $11 Billion in NYSE IPO

NIQ Global Intelligence, a prominent global market research and consumer intelligence company, has announced its intention to go public on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "NIQ." The company plans to raise approximately $11 billion through the initial public offering (IPO) by issuing 50 million shares at a price range of $20 to $24 per share. Based on the midpoint of the price range, NIQ Global Intelligence's fully diluted market capitalization is estimated to reach $65 billion.

NIQ Global Intelligence, formerly known as NielsenIQ, operates a comprehensive integrated ecosystem called "The NIQ Ecosystem." This ecosystem combines proprietary data, advanced technology, human intelligence, and sophisticated software applications and analytical solutions. The company leverages a unified AI/machine learning-driven technology platform to integrate global consumer shopping data, generating reference data and metadata. This provides users with insights into consumer shopping behaviors across all channels and regions.

The company's operations span over 90 countries, covering approximately 85% of the world's population, more than half of the global GDP, and over $7.2 trillion in global consumer spending. With a history dating back to 1923, NIQ Global Intelligence reported revenue of $4 billion for the 12 months ending March 31, 2025. The IPO is expected to be priced during the week of July 21, 2025.

The joint bookrunners for the IPO include major financial institutions. This diverse group of underwriters reflects the strong market interest and confidence in NIQ Global Intelligence's growth prospects. The company's decision to go public is a significant milestone, positioning it to capitalize on the growing demand for consumer intelligence and market research services.