Simplex Trading

Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings

AUM $3.56B
1-Year Est. Return 50.35%
 

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.

This Fund
S&P 500
This Quarter Est. Return
1 Year Est. Return
+50.35%
3 Year Est. Return
5 Year Est. Return
10 Year Est. Return
AUM
$3.43B
AUM Growth
+$219M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
4,545
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Top Buys

1 +$89.5M
2 +$85.5M
3 +$71M
4
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Intel
INTC
+$60.7M
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Meta Platforms (Facebook)
META
+$48.3M

Top Sells

1 +$117M
2 +$104M
3 +$82.8M
4
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Walt Disney
DIS
+$68.5M
5
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Citigroup
C
+$59.8M

Sector Composition

1 Technology 19%
2 Healthcare 13.86%
3 Consumer Discretionary 12.44%
4 Industrials 8.48%
5 Communication Services 7.95%
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