Nasdaq Private Market Raises $37.6M Series C

Nasdaq Private Market, based in New York, NY, is a provider of liquidity, investment, and data solutions for the private market ecosystem. The company has successfully closed a $37.6 million Series C financing round to support its continued growth as an independent entity.

Investors

The round was led by Cerity Partners, a wealth management firm. Additional investors participating in the round include Optiver, Nasdaq, DRW Venture Capital, and HiJoJo Partners.

Nasdaq Private Market Use of Funds

Nasdaq Private Market plans to use the Series C capital to scale its business, invest in product innovation to support secondary transaction volume, enhance distribution to improve connectivity, and apply AI to increase the efficiency of private market transactions.

About Nasdaq Private Market

Founded in 2013 as a unit within Nasdaq, Inc. and spinning out as an independent company in 2021, Nasdaq Private Market provides comprehensive solutions for private companies, employee shareholders, and investors throughout the pre-IPO lifecycle. The company offers structured liquidity programs, trading capabilities, and settlement services.

Funding Details

Company Website: https://nasdaqprivatemarket.com

Company: Nasdaq Private Market
Raised: $37.6M
Round: Series C
Funding Date: January 16, 2026
Lead Investor: Cerity Partners
Additional Investors: Optiver, Nasdaq, DRW Venture Capital, HiJoJo Partners
Company Website: https://www.nasdaqprivatemarket.com
Software Category: Wealthtech
Source: https://fintech.global/2026/06/18/us-wealthtech-deal-activity-projected-to-grow-by-27-in-2026-as-investors-diversify/