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 |
AMC Entertainment Holdings
AMC
|
$84.2M |
| 2 |
NVIDIA
NVDA
|
$35.3M |
| 3 |
AT&T
T
|
$28.5M |
| 4 |
Micron Technology
MU
|
$23.1M |
| 5 |
Baidu
BIDU
|
$22.7M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
Palantir
PLTR
|
$29.3M |
| 2 |
SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust
DIA
|
$26.2M |
| 3 |
PARA
Paramount Global Class B
PARA
|
$21.7M |
| 4 |
Exxon Mobil
XOM
|
$18M |
| 5 |
Lam Research
LRCX
|
$16.3M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Technology | 17.69% |
| 2 | Consumer Discretionary | 14.79% |
| 3 | Communication Services | 10.15% |
| 4 | Healthcare | 9.69% |
| 5 | Financials | 9.42% |
