Figma Surges to 52-Week High as Record IPO Drives Top Trading Volume on August 1 2025

On August 1, 2025, Figma (FIG) surged 5.63% to $122.00, closing at a 52-week high of $142.92. The design software company’s $33 IPO price catalyzed a 250% debut rally, with shares briefly halting due to volatility. The offering raised $1.2 billion, valuing Figma at $59.47 billion post-close, triple Adobe’s 2023 $20 billion acquisition offer. Figma’s IPO priced above a $30–$32 range, reflecting strong investor demand, with 36.94 million shares sold—12.47 million by the company and 24.46 million by existing shareholders. The stock’s momentum aligns with broader market enthusiasm for tech IPOs, outpacing prior 2025 debuts like Circle and CoreWeave.

Figma’s success underscores its market position, with revenue growing 46% year-over-year and over 75% of Forbes 2000 companies using its tools. CEO Dylan Field, 33, led the company’s expansion since its seed-stage investment by Index Ventures in 2013. The firm’s $86.5 million stake now exceeds $7 billion, a 1300% return. Figma’s focus on collaborative design tools, bolstered by AI-driven accessibility, has positioned it as a critical player in digital innovation. Analysts highlight its ability to capitalize on shifting demand for user-centric software, contrasting with Adobe’s regulatory hurdles.

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