Simplex Trading

Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings

AUM $4.53B
1-Year Est. Return 0.99%
 

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
+0.99%
3 Year Est. Return
5 Year Est. Return
10 Year Est. Return
AUM
$1.43B
AUM Growth
-$206M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
3,514
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Top Buys

1 +$29.2M
2 +$19.6M
3 +$17.3M
4
AGN
Allergan plc
AGN
+$16.7M
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iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
EEM
+$14.4M

Top Sells

1 +$86.4M
2 +$58.6M
3 +$49.6M
4
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Apple
AAPL
+$48.8M
5
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NetEase
NTES
+$32.4M

Sector Composition

1 Consumer Discretionary 18.31%
2 Technology 17.31%
3 Healthcare 11.47%
4 Communication Services 11.25%
5 Industrials 9.16%
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