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 |
Amazon
AMZN
|
$44.9M |
| 2 |
iShares Russell 2000 ETF
IWM
|
$31.7M |
| 3 |
TWX
Time Warner Inc
TWX
|
$26.1M |
| 4 |
Booking.com
BKNG
|
$21.7M |
| 5 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
$18.2M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
SPY
|
$42.8M |
| 2 |
Amgen
AMGN
|
$32.3M |
| 3 |
Baidu
BIDU
|
$21.9M |
| 4 |
Micron Technology
MU
|
$21.2M |
| 5 |
Alphabet (Google) Class A
GOOGL
|
$17.7M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Consumer Discretionary | 21.41% |
| 2 | Technology | 19.71% |
| 3 | Communication Services | 17.68% |
| 4 | Healthcare | 6.08% |
| 5 | Financials | 5.75% |
