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 |
Goldman Sachs
GS
|
+$38.4M |
| 2 |
Micron Technology
MU
|
+$23.7M |
| 3 |
NVIDIA
NVDA
|
+$23.6M |
| 4 |
iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF
TLT
|
+$21.7M |
| 5 |
Wells Fargo
WFC
|
+$20.4M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Citigroup
C
|
+$21.6M |
| 2 |
Apple
AAPL
|
+$17.2M |
| 3 |
Invesco QQQ Trust
QQQ
|
+$13.3M |
| 4 |
Eli Lilly
LLY
|
+$9.69M |
| 5 |
Mastercard
MA
|
+$8.27M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Technology | 14.2% |
| 2 | Communication Services | 13.46% |
| 3 | Consumer Discretionary | 12.76% |
| 4 | Healthcare | 12.43% |
| 5 | Financials | 10.75% |
