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 |
LNKD
LinkedIn Corporation
LNKD
|
$29.3M |
| 2 |
SPDR Gold Trust
GLD
|
$18.1M |
| 3 |
QIHU
QIHOO 360 TECHNOLOGY CO LTD ADS RPSTG 3 CL A SHS
QIHU
|
$14.9M |
| 4 |
Biogen
BIIB
|
$13.7M |
| 5 |
Visa
V
|
$13.3M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Broadcom
AVGO
|
$37.4M |
| 2 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
$20.1M |
| 3 |
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
EEM
|
$15.8M |
| 4 |
Citigroup
C
|
$13.9M |
| 5 |
SPDR S&P MidCap 400 ETF Trust
MDY
|
$12.9M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Communication Services | 12.51% |
| 2 | Healthcare | 12.38% |
| 3 | Technology | 12.22% |
| 4 | Consumer Discretionary | 8.59% |
| 5 | Financials | 8.53% |
