Simplex Trading

Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings

AUM $3.72B
1-Year Est. Return 0.6%
 

Simplex Trading, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, is a technology-driven proprietary trading firm specializing in market-making and liquidity provision, primarily in U.S. equity options and futures options. Leveraging advanced proprietary software and data-driven analysis, the firm optimizes trading strategies and develops innovative solutions to capitalize on financial market opportunities, maintaining a competitive edge through automation and a collaborative team of technologists and traders. With a workforce exceeding 300 and led by CEO Erik Swanson since 2014, Simplex operates with a low-ego, high-intelligence culture, focusing on minimal bureaucracy and rapid execution, while also making strategic venture capital investments in fintech startups. Recognized as a top workplace in Chicago by Built In’s 2025 awards, Simplex continues to evolve, blending cutting-edge technology with a commitment to market efficiency and growth.

This Quarter Est. Return
1 Year Est. Return
+0.6%
3 Year Est. Return
5 Year Est. Return
10 Year Est. Return
AUM
$2.97B
AUM Growth
-$146M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
4,428
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Top Buys

1 +$49.5M
2 +$45.3M
3 +$42.5M
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Apple
AAPL
+$33.3M
5
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Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares
SOXL
+$25.4M

Top Sells

1 +$95.4M
2 +$57.9M
3 +$55.9M
4
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TSMC
TSM
+$40.4M
5
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Starbucks
SBUX
+$40.4M

Sector Composition

1 Technology 23.11%
2 Consumer Discretionary 16.53%
3 Healthcare 8.67%
4 Industrials 7.58%
5 Financials 7.29%
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