Forge Global (NYSE:FRGE) is a financial technology company that operates a digital marketplace for trading shares in private companies. The platform connects shareholders, including employees and early investors, with accredited and institutional buyers seeking exposure to late-stage private ventures ahead of their initial public offerings. By facilitating secondary transactions, Forge Global aims to provide liquidity solutions that traditionally have been limited in private markets.
The company’s core services include trade execution, settlement, and custody for pre-IPO securities, supported by an integrated suite of portfolio management and data-analytics tools. Through its proprietary technology, Forge Global offers visibility into pricing trends, deal flow and market activity, enabling clients to make informed investment decisions. The platform also supports customized financing arrangements and structured products that cater to the unique needs of private-company shareholders and investors.
Founded in 2014 as Equidate by entrepreneur Mike Cagney, Forge Global rebranded in 2020 to reflect its broader commitment to reshaping private capital markets. In 2022, the company completed a business combination with a special purpose acquisition company, listing its shares on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker FRGE. Since inception, Forge Global has expanded its reach beyond North America, establishing offices in key financial centers to serve clients in Europe and Asia.
Headquartered in San Francisco with additional operations in New York and London, Forge Global is led by a management team with deep experience in financial services, technology and regulatory compliance. Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Mike Cagney, the company continues to innovate in the private-market ecosystem, striving to enhance transparency, efficiency and access for stakeholders across the investment spectrum.
