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March 11, 2026

Charles Schwab (SCHW) Finalizes Acquisition of Forge Global to Expand Private Market Access

The Charles Schwab Corporation (NYSE:SCHW) is one of the best stocks for 20 years. On March 2, Charles Schwab finalized its acquisition of Forge Global Holdings Inc., a move designed to bridge the gap between public and private market investing. Forge is a specialist in providing eligible investors with access to pre-IPO company shares through direct purchases and various fund structures.

March 4, 2026

Schwab Completes Forge Global Buyout, Boosts Private Markets Offering

Charles Schwab SCHW has completed the acquisition of Forge Global Holdings, Inc. The all-cash transaction, valued at $660 million, was announced in November 2025.

March 3, 2026

Charles Schwab Acquisition Of Forge Global Expands Private Market Story

Charles Schwab is best known for its brokerage, advisory, and custody services, with a large footprint among individual investors and registered investment advisors. By bringing Forge Global into the group, Schwab is extending its product menu beyond publicly traded securities and funds into private company shares and other pre-IPO opportunities.

November 6, 2025

Charles Schwab to Buy Private Shares Platform Forge Global in $660 Million Deal

Charles Schwab on Thursday agreed to buy private shares platform Forge Global in a deal valued at $660 million as Wall Street firms seek to meet growing investor demand for access to high-growth startups.

November 5, 2025

Schwab to Buy Forge Global for $660 Million as Demand for Pre-IPO Shares Grows

Nov 6 (Reuters) - Charles Schwab (SCHW.N), opens new tab on Thursday agreed to buy private shares platform Forge Global (FRGE.N), opens new tab for $660 million, as Wall Street looks to take advantage of the fast-growing demand for access to pre-IPO companies.

October 27, 2025

Forge Global Comments on Market Rumors

SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Forge Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:FRGE), a leading provider of marketplace infrastructure, data services and technology and investment solutions for the private market (aka “Forge” or “the Company”) today issued the following statement:

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