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
|
+$35.2M |
| 2 |
Micron Technology
MU
|
+$32.9M |
| 3 |
Berkshire Hathaway Class B
BRK.B
|
+$29.5M |
| 4 |
NVIDIA
NVDA
|
+$22.9M |
| 5 |
SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust
DIA
|
+$22M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
TWX
Time Warner Inc
TWX
|
+$34.8M |
| 2 |
Amazon
AMZN
|
+$33.4M |
| 3 |
Tesla
TSLA
|
+$19.8M |
| 4 |
Netflix
NFLX
|
+$17.7M |
| 5 |
TWTR
Twitter, Inc.
TWTR
|
+$13.5M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Technology | 20.43% |
| 2 | Consumer Discretionary | 15.24% |
| 3 | Communication Services | 12% |
| 4 | Financials | 10.18% |
| 5 | Industrials | 9.87% |
