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
|
$158M |
| 2 |
Invesco QQQ Trust
QQQ
|
$69.1M |
| 3 |
Meta Platforms (Facebook)
META
|
$57.4M |
| 4 |
Citigroup
C
|
$23.4M |
| 5 |
Goldman Sachs
GS
|
$23M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Apple
AAPL
|
$49.8M |
| 2 |
Berkshire Hathaway Class B
BRK.B
|
$43.2M |
| 3 |
SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust
DIA
|
$42.2M |
| 4 |
Micron Technology
MU
|
$26.1M |
| 5 |
Adobe
ADBE
|
$21M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Consumer Discretionary | 20.63% |
| 2 | Communication Services | 16.3% |
| 3 | Technology | 12.42% |
| 4 | Industrials | 9.24% |
| 5 | Healthcare | 8.11% |
