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 |
Invesco QQQ Trust
QQQ
|
+$41.7M |
| 2 |
Mastercard
MA
|
+$33.6M |
| 3 |
Alibaba
BABA
|
+$33.4M |
| 4 |
Apple
AAPL
|
+$27.9M |
| 5 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
+$26M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
JPMorgan Chase
JPM
|
+$60M |
| 2 |
TSMC
TSM
|
+$49.5M |
| 3 |
iShares Silver Trust
SLV
|
+$26M |
| 4 |
Amazon
AMZN
|
+$25.2M |
| 5 |
Boeing
BA
|
+$22.1M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Consumer Discretionary | 23.12% |
| 2 | Technology | 13.05% |
| 3 | Healthcare | 11.53% |
| 4 | Industrials | 7.38% |
| 5 | Communication Services | 6.71% |
