Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings
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.
Top Buys
| 1 |
Apple
AAPL
|
+$45.7M |
| 2 |
Walmart
WMT
|
+$45.2M |
| 3 |
VanEck Oil Services ETF
OIH
|
+$34.2M |
| 4 |
iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF
TLT
|
+$33.2M |
| 5 |
Citigroup
C
|
+$32.7M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Amazon
AMZN
|
+$164M |
| 2 |
Invesco QQQ Trust
QQQ
|
+$111M |
| 3 |
NVIDIA
NVDA
|
+$77.7M |
| 4 |
Meta Platforms (Facebook)
META
|
+$60.9M |
| 5 |
Procter & Gamble
PG
|
+$38.8M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Technology | 21.73% |
| 2 | Consumer Discretionary | 10.23% |
| 3 | Healthcare | 8.76% |
| 4 | Industrials | 7.59% |
| 5 | Communication Services | 6.56% |