Is Figure AI publicly traded?

As of May 2026, Figure was not a publicly traded company, and there are no indications that it plans an IPO in the foreseeable future.

How do I buy stock in AI?

There are various ways to buy AI stocks. Besides buying semiconductor manufacturers, you can find a company that relies on AI solutions, such as UiPath (NYSE:PATH), or even an AI-focused ETF.

Is Figure going public?

As of May 2026, Figure hadn't revealed any plans to hold an IPO.

Is Figure a good IPO investment?

Without holding an IPO, Figure is not an investment option for retail investors. If the company takes steps toward an IPO, it will submit regulatory filings that will provide investors with a better sense of its financial situation, enabling them to make informed decisions about whether the stock is right for them.

Can You Invest in Figure AI Pre-IPO? Here’s What You Need to Know

Q: Can you invest in Figure AI?

Most investors can't buy Figure stock because it hasn't yet gone public. However, accredited investors may be able to gain exposure through a platform like Forge Global.

By Scott Levine – Updated May 8, 2026 at 3:09 PM EST | Fact-checked by Frank Bass

Key Points

Figure AI, founded in 2022, is developing humanoid robots maximized for various roles like elder care and space tasks.
Not yet publicly traded, Figure AI raised significant funds, most recently $1 billion in Series C in 2025.
Investors can alternatively focus on Nvidia or explore AI ETFs for broader sector exposure while awaiting Figure's IPO.

With investors showing genuine interest in artificial intelligence (AI) businesses, it's unsurprising that Figure AI stock is on their radars. Founded in 2022, Figure strives to develop humanlike robots embedded with AI technology. The company doesn't mince words about its ambitions, stating, "Our product and our mission are one and the same: to bring a commercially viable humanoid to market."

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Artificial Intelligence

Artificial intelligence is the use of machines to mimic human intelligence.

The humanoid robot market is in its nascent stage of development, but analysts expect the market to grow considerably in the coming years. Goldman Sachs (GS +1.15%), for example, projects that the total addressable market will soar to $38 billion by 2035.

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A robot touching a digital screen. — Image source: Getty Images.

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Figure founder and CEO Brett Adcock recognizes numerous applications for its humanoid robots. From serving in corporate capacities, such as warehouses, to assisting the elderly and even participating in space activities, Adcock -- who also founded Archer Aviation (ACHR +3.19%) -- imagines Figure can address labor demands that are currently unmet.

Investors may initially find the company's story appealing. However, they also need to know when it will hold its potential initial public offering (IPO) and whether any other investment opportunities exist.

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IPO

IPO (Initial Public Offering) is the first sale of stock by a private company to the public, making it a publicly traded entity.

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1. Nvidia

Nvidia, one of the most recognizable AI stocks on the market today, is an obvious choice for investors seeking an alternative to Figure. Since Nvidia participated in Figure's Series B funding round, providing a $50 million investment, investors can gain indirect exposure to Figure by buying Nvidia stock.

Nvidia is also exploring its own solutions for facilitating the development of humanoid robots. In March 2024, Nvidia announced Groot, which it characterizes as a "general-purpose foundation model that promises to transform humanoid robot learning in simulation and the real world."

Broadly speaking, Nvidia announced several solutions -- an upgraded platform, for example -- that are helping leading companies, like Boston Dynamics, Agility Robotics, and Figure, advance humanoid robotics through model training.

2. Symbotic

The company may not make robots in human form, but Symbotic (SYM -7.34%) is a leader in manufacturing AI-enabled robots that provide an autonomous solution to keep the supply chain moving. The value the company offers customers is hardly trivial.

According to Symbotic, its platform fulfills orders with 99.9999% accuracy, helping customers reduce operating costs. In addition to Walmart (NYSE:WMT), Symbotic's customers include retail leaders like Target (TGT -0.50%) and Albertsons (ACI -0.99%).

In January 2025, Symbotic announced its plan to acquire Walmart's Advanced Systems and Robotics business. With the acquisition, Symbotic estimates that it will add more than $5 billion to its backlog.

Investors interested in the growth opportunity Figure represents may find Symbotic especially appealing. Over the next 15 years, Symbotic predicts a market opportunity of $144 billion.

3. Intuitive Surgical

Intuitive Surgical (ISRG -0.76%) manufactures robotic systems, such as its da Vinci surgical system, which assists surgeons in performing minimally invasive procedures in the operating room.

Since doctors first began using the da Vinci system, it has been used in more than 20.4 million urology, gynecology, and general surgery procedures conducted in more than 12,000 hospitals worldwide.

In March 2024, Intuitive announced that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted clearance to its fifth-generation surgical system platform, da Vinci 5. This platform has 150 improvements over previous models, including greater computing power and force-sense technology. In early 2026, Intuitive announced that the FDA granted clearance of the da Vinci 5 system for certain cardiac procedures, including mitral valve repair and internal mammary artery mobilization for cardiac revascularization.

Management expects continued adoption of its systems, with da Vinci procedures expected to increase by approximately 13.5% to 15.5% in 2026 compared to 2025.

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"Exciting news -- today, Figure officially became a revenue-generating company! This week, we delivered F.02 humanoid robots to our commercial client, & they're currently hard at work. It marks 31 months from filing our C-Corp to getting to humanoid robot revenue."
Brett Adcock

While Figure has started collecting revenue, it's still unclear whether the company is generating a profit.

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A human and artificial intelligence robot touching index fingers. — Image source: Getty Images.

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The bottom line on Figure AI

Given the substantial growth ahead for the humanoid robots market, it's no wonder investors are keenly interested in Figure. At this point, though, most investors will have to wait until the company holds an IPO before they can add the stock to their portfolios.

There are still several compelling options -- Nvidia, Symbotic, and Intuitive Surgical, as well as AI and robotics ETFs -- that investors can pursue. At the same time, they wait for Figure to become publicly traded. While they wait, they can certainly follow the company's progress with its BMW deal and any others that become public.

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About the Author

Scott Levine is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering energy, industrials, technology, and materials. He is also a high school English teacher and a small business owner. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and creative writing from Binghamton University, a master’s degree in secondary education from Adelphi University, and an advanced certificate in school building leadership from CUNY Queens College. A crossword puzzle enthusiast, he has solved more than 3,100 New York Times puzzles with a 97% solve rate.

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Scott Levine has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Advanced Micro Devices, AeroVironment, Cloudflare, Cognex, Goldman Sachs Group, Intuitive Surgical, Microsoft, Nvidia, Rocket Lab, Symbotic, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, Target, and Tesla. The Motley Fool recommends Palo Alto Networks and recommends the following options: long January 2028 $520 calls on Intuitive Surgical and short January 2028 $530 calls on Intuitive Surgical. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy.

Since Figure isn't a publicly traded company, no exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provide exposure to the stock. But investors aren't completely out of luck. Some AI ETFs provide investment opportunities that will grab investors' attention.

1. Ark Venture Fund (ARKVX +0.02%): For Cathie Wood fans who are seeking exposure to both private and public companies, the Ark Venture Fund is ideal, as Figure -- with a 3.3% weighting -- is a significant holding in the closed-end interval fund. With a position in the fund, investors also gain ample exposure to SpaceX, the fund's largest holding, with a 13.8% weighting.

Typically, the fund has between 25 and 50 holdings and about $862 million in net assets. Because the fund is actively managed, the cost to own it is a little higher. It has a 2.9% net expense ratio.

2. First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF (ROBT +2.10%): With more than 110 holdings, the First Trust Nasdaq Artificial Intelligence and Robotics ETF is a great choice for investors interested in gaining broad exposure to companies paving the way forward in artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. The fund has a 0.65% expense ratio and holds many semiconductor stocks that support AI found in robotics.

Cloudflare (NET -23.53%), an AI stock, and Palo Alto Networks (PANW +5.83%), a leading cybersecurity stock, represent the largest and second-largest holdings, respectively. True to the ETF's name, there are also robotics-focused stocks, like Intuitive Surgical and Cognex (CGNX -0.39%), a leading developer of machine-vision systems.

3. ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF (ARKQ +3.36%): If you're interested in a more aggressive selection of holdings in your robotics ETF, this one is the answer. Cathie Wood's ETF includes industry stalwarts like Tesla (TSLA +3.93%), its largest holding, and AI-focused semiconductor manufacturers like Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM -0.84%), and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD +11.44%).

But the ETF also holds several smaller growth companies, such as launch services specialist Rocket Lab (RKLB +34.08%), drone manufacturer AeroVironment (AVAV +0.10%), and air mobility specialist Archer Aviation. The ETF has an expense ratio of 0.75%.

Can You Invest in Figure AI Pre-IPO? Here’s What You Need to Know

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