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 |
iShares Russell 2000 ETF
IWM
|
+$27.5M |
| 2 |
SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust
DIA
|
+$16.3M |
| 3 |
Walt Disney
DIS
|
+$13.9M |
| 4 |
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
EEM
|
+$10.4M |
| 5 |
Gilead Sciences
GILD
|
+$10.4M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
+$95.3M |
| 2 |
Apple
AAPL
|
+$21.1M |
| 3 |
Meta Platforms (Facebook)
META
|
+$20M |
| 4 |
IBM
IBM
|
+$13.4M |
| 5 |
Baidu
BIDU
|
+$12.1M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Healthcare | 13.63% |
| 2 | Communication Services | 9.81% |
| 3 | Consumer Discretionary | 9.7% |
| 4 | Technology | 9.67% |
| 5 | Financials | 9.48% |
