PrimaryBid
PrimaryBid is a UK-based fintech company that operates a fully digitized, FCA-regulated online platform. It connects retail investors directly with publicly listed companies seeking to raise capital. Founded by former investment bankers, PrimaryBid aims to make capital markets more inclusive and accessible to everyday investors. The company's technology platform allows individual investors to participate in capital raises, such as equity offerings, at discounted prices. This service was traditionally available only to institutional investors. PrimaryBid's platform facilitates direct investment into public companies and is built in partnership with the London Stock Exchange, ensuring regulatory compliance and smooth integration with capital market operations. PrimaryBid focuses on enabling retail participation in equity capital markets through a user-friendly digital interface. It provides access to initial public offerings (IPOs), follow-on equity offerings, and other capital raising events. By serving both retail investors and publicly listed companies, PrimaryBid promotes fairer and more inclusive capital markets. The company has garnered significant investment from various venture capital firms, reflecting confidence in its mission and growth potential.
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Headcount trend
PrimaryBid went from 8 employees in Jul 2023 to 6 in Jun 2025.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
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Funding
- Jan 2022 · Series C · $150M · Vision Fund, London Stock Exchange Group, Draper Esprit
- Oct 2020 · Series B · $50M · London Stock Exchange Group, Draper Esprit, OMERS Ventures
- Sep 2019 · Series A · $8.6M · Pentech Ventures, Outward VC
- Sep 2018 · Venture · $2M
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How many employees does PrimaryBid have?
PrimaryBid has about 6 employees, unchanged over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
What is PrimaryBid's revenue per employee?
PrimaryBid makes about $1.13M in revenue per employee, based on $6.81M annual revenue and 6 employees.
How much funding has PrimaryBid raised?
PrimaryBid has raised $211.23M in total funding; its latest round was Series C in Jan 2022.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.