<div id="readability-page-1">OpenAI (PC:OPAIQ), the company behind ChatGPT, is one of the most talked-about names in artificial intelligence, but it remains privately held and unavailable to public investors. While an IPO is widely expected at some point, direct ownership is not an option today.<h3>Claim 50% Off TipRanks Premium and Invest with Confidence </h3><ul><li>Unlock hedge-fund level data and powerful investing tools designed to help you make smarter, sharper decisions </li><li> Stay ahead of the market with the latest news and analysis so your portfolio is always positioned for maximum potential</li></ul> That hasn't stopped investors from looking for indirect ways to gain exposure. Instead of owning OpenAI itself, one approach is to invest in companies — and ETFs — that are closely tied to its growth. Below are two ways investors can gain exposure to OpenAI's rise without owning the stock. <h2>Microsoft and Nvidia Offer the Closest Public OpenAI Exposure</h2> Investors looking for more direct exposure to OpenAI may prefer individual stocks tied closely to the company's operations. Microsoft (MSFT) is OpenAI's key strategic partner. The software giant provides cloud infrastructure through Azure and has deep commercial ties to OpenAI's products. As OpenAI's usage grows, Microsoft's cloud and AI businesses are positioned to benefit from higher demand and increased workloads. Another major winner is Nvidia (NVDA). OpenAI relies heavily on Nvidia's AI chips to train and run its models, making Nvidia a critical supplier in OpenAI's ecosystem. The surge in demand for AI computing power has already helped drive Nvidia's strong growth, making it one of the clearest public beneficiaries of OpenAI's expansion. For investors comfortable with single stocks, these two names offer the most direct and transparent way to benefit from OpenAI's growth. Using the TipRanks Stock Comparison Tool, we looked at how analysts currently view these stocks.</div>

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Investors seeking exposure to OpenAI, which remains privately held, can consider investing in companies closely tied to its growth, such as Microsoft and Nvidia. Microsoft, a strategic partner, benefits from OpenAI's cloud and AI demands, while Nvidia supplies essential AI chips. These companies offer indirect exposure to OpenAI's expansion, providing a way for investors to benefit from its growth without direct ownership.

- OpenAI remains privately held, leaving investors unable to directly own shares, though an IPO is anticipated.  
- Investors can gain indirect exposure through companies like Microsoft and Nvidia, both closely linked to OpenAI’s growth, with Microsoft providing cloud services and Nvidia supplying critical AI chips.  
- As OpenAI's demand rises, both companies are expected to benefit from increased workloads and the surge in AI computing power.

Looking for Exposure to OpenAI? Here's How Investors Can Play It Before an IPO