IPO market is opening in a very healthy manner, Vista Equity's Ashley MacNeill

IPO Market & Capital Markets - The IPO market is showing new signs of life and is starting to reopen in a healthy manner [1][2] - July saw 10 IPOs totaling $43 billion (430 亿 美元), with strong average performance [2] - There is a backlog of 150 IPOs, with companies showing investable attributes [4] - Capital markets are generally reopening [2] Macroeconomic Environment - The market is transitioning from a predictable, volatile environment to an opportunistic, volatile environment [5] - Corporations and investors are taking advantage of moments of reprieve to deploy capital [5][6] - The focus is shifting to deregulation and tax cuts to grow the economy [5] Generative AI & Technology - Value is accruing to gen AI users, not just enablers [7] - Mag-7 earnings transcripts indicate gen AI is adding top-line revenue contributions and EBITDA efficiencies [7] - The discussion is shifting to growth metrics and the durability of growth, especially in the current earnings cycle [8] - Companies are using metrics to quantify the return on invested capital and the generative AI contribution to top line or margin efficiency [9] Market Outlook - The current earnings season is robust, with approximately 80% of companies reporting a meet or beat on top line [10] - Despite mixed economic data, the market continues to push through [10] - The tech and growth sectors are entering an exciting time for dealmaking and the broader market [11]