5 Best IPO Stocks to Buy in 2026

In this article, we will list the 5 Best IPO Stocks to Buy in 2026. Please visit 9 Best IPO Stocks to Buy in 2026 to see the extended list and the methodology behind it.

5. UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE:ULS)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 39

UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE:ULS)  is one of the best IPO stocks to buy in 2026. On April 13, UL Solutions entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Electrical & Electronics/E&E business of Eurofins Scientific for an enterprise value of ~€575 million ($670 million). The deal includes the well-known MET Labs certification mark and is designed to expand UL Solutions’ global laboratory footprint, particularly in the EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions.

The acquisition is expected to close in Q4 2026, pending regulatory approvals. The acquisition strengthens UL Solutions’ position in the testing, inspection, and certification/TIC industry, specifically for wireless testing, electromagnetic compatibility, and medical devices. The Eurofins E&E business is projected to generate ~$200 million in revenue in 2026. UL Solutions expects the transaction to be accretive to its adjusted diluted EPS within the first full calendar year following the close, supported by anticipated cost synergies to be realized over 3 years.

Financing for the deal will be a mix of cash on hand and the company’s undrawn credit facility. Notably, about 30% of the purchase price will be covered by proceeds from the recent sale of UL Solutions Inc.’s (NYSE:ULS) Employee Health and Safety software business, which was finalized on April 1. This move aligns with the company’s strategic focus on its core TIC and Risk & Compliance capabilities.

UL Solutions Inc. (NYSE:ULS) is a global leader in applied safety science. It provides testing, inspection, and certification services, along with software and advisory solutions, to help businesses in over 110 countries manage regulatory compliance and product innovation.