Intercontinental Exchange history and recent institutional investment activity

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the owner of the New York Stock Exchange, has reached a reported market capitalization of $98 billion as of January 2026. The company's growth is traced back to 1997, when founder and CEO Jeffrey Sprecher purchased the near-bankrupt Continental Power Exchange from Warren Buffett’s MidAmerican Energy for $1,000 plus its associated debt.

Recent SEC filings indicate significant institutional activity regarding ICE. Perpetual Ltd increased its holdings in the financial services provider by 3.8% during the third quarter, bringing its total ownership to 1,514,346 shares valued at approximately $230,226,000. Other investment firms, including Gilpin Wealth Management LLC, Cornerstone Planning Group LLC, and Capstone Financial Advisors Inc., also reported increased positions in the company during recent quarters.