Other.
    Venture Capital
    Equity
    FCA Regulated

    PrimaryBid

    Platform enabling retail investors to participate in IPOs and public company equity raises alongside institutional investors.

    Founded
    2016
    Geography
    UK & Europe
    Category
    Equity Crowdfunding
    Type
    Equity
    AUM
    Minimum
    Secondary Market
    Website
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    General Information

    PrimaryBid Limited (FRN 779021) is an FCA-authorised platform founded in 2016 that enables retail investors to participate in IPOs, secondary placings, and other public company equity raises alongside institutional investors. The platform has facilitated participation in raises for companies listed on the London Stock Exchange and other exchanges.

    PrimaryBid has secured backing from prominent financial institutions and has processed significant volumes of retail participation in public market raises, addressing a long-standing gap in capital markets access.

    How does it work?

    When a publicly listed company conducts a capital raise (IPO, placing, or rights issue), PrimaryBid works with the company's brokers to allocate a portion of the raise to retail investors. Investors register on the platform and can apply to participate at the same price as institutional investors.

    What do they offer?

    Access to IPOs and secondary placings in publicly listed companies from approximately £100. Investors participate at the same price as institutional investors. Shares are listed and tradeable on public exchanges, providing liquidity not typically available in private market investments.

    Who is it for?

    Suited to retail investors seeking access to public market capital raises typically reserved for institutions. While shares are listed, prices can fall below the issue price. Allocations are not guaranteed. Capital is at risk.

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    Last reviewed: February 2026Sources: FCA Register, Companies House, platform disclosures

    Disclaimer: This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice and should not be considered as such. In particular, it does not constitute personal advice — please consult a qualified financial adviser to address your particular personal requirements. Other is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), its authors are not financial advisers and it is therefore not authorised to offer financial advice. This article is not intended as an offer, invitation or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any investment, nor is its issuance intended to give rise to any other legal relations whatsoever and must not be relied upon for the purposes of any investment decision. The information contained in this article is subject to updating, revision and amendment.

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