Yes, accredited investors may indicate interest in purchasing Kraken stock on the private market. Kraken is a private company, meaning its shares are not traded on public stock exchanges like the NYSE or Nasdaq. Instead, eligible investors may gain access Kraken shares through private market platforms such as Forge, where buyers and sellers connect directly. Create an account to see Kraken’s latest bids and asks in Forge’s active marketplace.
To participate, investors must meet accredited investor requirements. Availability is driven by private market activity, which can vary over time based on supply, demand, and company-specific factors.
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How to buy Kraken stock?
Kraken is a private company, meaning its shares are not traded on public stock exchanges. Investors can access Kraken stock through private market marketplace like Forge, provided they meet accredited investor requirements and subject to availability.
Create an account and find Kraken shares on Forge. Browse live bids and asks for Kraken stock, including historical trade data and Forge Price™.
Place a bid or negotiate. Submit a bid to buy Kraken shares or negotiate directly with a seller through Forge’s self-directed and fully transparent marketplace.
Close the transaction. Forge manages documentation, company approvals and settlement, typically within 45–60 days when terms are agreed upon.
Some investors choose to work with private market specialists when transactions involve added complexity, such as navigating transfer restrictions, cap table considerations or regulatory requirements. While specialists do not provide investment advice, they can offer transactional guidance and regulatory know-how throughout the process.
Can you sell Kraken stock?
Yes, as a shareholder, you may be able to sell your Kraken shares through Forge’s private market platform—subject to company policies and market interest.
Submit a sell order (ask) by specifying your desired price, quantity and share class.
Forge will work to match your order with interested buyers in the marketplace.
If a match occurs, Forge coordinates the necessary company approvals and compliance checks, including any transfer restrictions or right of first refusal (ROFR) processes Kraken may have in place.
Please note that the ability to complete a transaction depends on Kraken’s secondary trading policies, available demand and transaction approvals. While liquidity is not guaranteed, listing your shares on Forge allows you to signal interest and potentially connect with qualified buyers.
Explore potential demand for your shares and view live market interest
Use proprietary pricing insights and market data to assess timing and valuation
Submit an indication to sell, negotiate terms, complete the transaction and receive your payment
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Is Kraken a public company?
No, Kraken is a privately held company and is currently not publicly traded on any stock markets including NYSE or NASDAQ.
What is Kraken’s stock price?
Kraken is a private company, meaning it does’t have a publicly traded stock price. However, as of 01/19/2026 the Kraken Forge Price is $39.01 per share. The Forge Price is a derived price calculated for private companies like Kraken to provide insights into their current valuation. Learn more about Forge Price.
What is Kraken’s stock ticker symbol?
Kraken does not have an official ticker symbol because this company is not currently publicly traded.
Can institutional investors buy and sell private market stocks?
Yes. As one of the largest trading platform for the private market, Forge helps institutional investors seek liquidity as they buy and sell private stock for their portfolios or their clients. Our private market specialists have decades of experience working with institutional firms. Learn more or register today to get started.
Kraken funding rounds and valuation
Total funding $965.02MM
Funding history chart
Funding round and deals details
Funding Date
Round
Amount Raised
Price Per Share
Post-Money Valuation 3
Key Investors
11/18/2025
Series D
$200MM
$61.47
$20B
Arjun Sethi, Citadel Securities, Drw Venture Capital, HSG, Jane Street Capital, Oppenheimer & Company, Tribe Capital
Price Per Share
$61.47
Shares Outstanding
3,253,620
Liquidation Pref Order
1
Liquidation Pref As Multiplier
1.5x
Conversion Ratio
1.0x
Dividend Rate
8.1%
Cumulative
Non-cumulative
Participating
Non-participating
Participation Cap
--
Key Investors
Arjun Sethi, Citadel Securities, Drw Venture Capital, HSG, Jane Street Capital, Oppenheimer & Company, Tribe Capital
11/18/2025
Series D-1
$200MM
$61.47
$20B
Arjun Sethi, Citadel Securities, Drw Venture Capital, HSG, Jane Street Capital, Oppenheimer & Company, Tribe Capital
Price Per Share
$61.47
Shares Outstanding
3,253,620
Liquidation Pref Order
2
Liquidation Pref As Multiplier
1.0x
Conversion Ratio
1.0x
Dividend Rate
0.0%
Cumulative
Non-cumulative
Participating
Non-participating
Participation Cap
--
Key Investors
Arjun Sethi, Citadel Securities, Drw Venture Capital, HSG, Jane Street Capital, Oppenheimer & Company, Tribe Capital
09/26/2025
Series C
$500MM
$48.82
$15B
Arjun Sethi, Tribe Capital
Price Per Share
$48.82
Shares Outstanding
10,241,704
Liquidation Pref Order
1
Liquidation Pref As Multiplier
1.0x
Conversion Ratio
1.0x
Dividend Rate
0.0%
Cumulative
Non-cumulative
Participating
Non-participating
Participation Cap
--
Key Investors
Arjun Sethi, Tribe Capital
05/13/2020
Series B
$52.5MM
$19.84
$5.52B
Blockchain Coinvestors, Bloom.Capital, Ge Ventures, Myasiavc, Soul Capital, Tachi.Ai Ventures, Tribe Capital
Price Per Share
$19.84
Shares Outstanding
2,646,170
Liquidation Pref Order
1
Liquidation Pref As Multiplier
1.0x
Conversion Ratio
1.0x
Dividend Rate
8.0%
Cumulative
Non-cumulative
Participating
Non-participating
Participation Cap
--
Key Investors
Blockchain Coinvestors, Bloom.Capital, Ge Ventures, Myasiavc, Soul Capital, Tachi.Ai Ventures, Tribe Capital
Kraken is a crypto exchange based on euro volume and liquidity. Globally, Kraken’s client base trades more than 100 digital assets and 8 different fiat currencies. Kraken was the first U.S. crypto firm to receive a state-chartered banking license, as well as one of the first exchanges to offer spot trading with margin, regulated derivatives, and index services. Kraken is based in San Francisco, CA and was founded in 2011 by Jesse Powell.
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