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 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
$41.4M |
| 2 |
Berkshire Hathaway Class B
BRK.B
|
$12.3M |
| 3 |
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
SPY
|
$9.89M |
| 4 |
Alibaba
BABA
|
$9.66M |
| 5 |
Intel
INTC
|
$9.11M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Apple
AAPL
|
$36.8M |
| 2 |
Gilead Sciences
GILD
|
$31.2M |
| 3 |
Booking.com
BKNG
|
$29M |
| 4 |
Amazon
AMZN
|
$25.6M |
| 5 |
Baidu
BIDU
|
$12.9M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Communication Services | 13.31% |
| 2 | Consumer Discretionary | 13.07% |
| 3 | Healthcare | 12.41% |
| 4 | Technology | 11.91% |
| 5 | Financials | 8.28% |
