Verisure, the European home security giant, announced its intention to list on Nasdaq Stockholm in what is set to be the largest European initial public offering in years. The Swiss-headquartered group, operating under the Verisure and Securitas Direct brands, serves over 5 million customers across 17 countries and is one of Europe’s most profitable private companies.
The IPO is expected to raise billions of euros, positioning Verisure among the largest Nordic listings ever and a milestone for Europe’s IPO market, which has recently shown signs of revival. The company said the offering will broaden its shareholder base, support its growth strategy and strengthen its public profile in global capital markets.
Verisure has grown rapidly in recent years through a subscription-based model that combines alarm systems with 24/7 monitoring services. The company emphasizes its scalable technology platform, recurring revenues and long-term expansion potential as key attractions for investors.
The listing also reflects renewed momentum in European equity markets. After several years of muted activity, the region is now seeing a wave of large IPOs, from fintech and energy firms to banking and industrial groups. Verisure’s size and consumer-driven business model could help set the tone for a strong IPO pipeline into 2026.
With private equity backers and a proven record of steady growth, Verisure’s move to the public market is closely watched by analysts and investors alike. Its successful debut would underline the appetite for high-profile Nordic and European listings as equity markets regain confidence.
Source: Verisure, Verisure announces its intention to list its shares on Nasdaq Stockholm, 17 Sept 2025, Verisure Press Release
