Simplex Trading

Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings

AUM $3.72B
1-Year Est. Return 0.6%
 

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 Quarter Est. Return
1 Year Est. Return
+0.6%
3 Year Est. Return
5 Year Est. Return
10 Year Est. Return
AUM
$791M
AUM Growth
+$153M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
3,551
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Top Buys

1 +$29.3M
2 +$18.1M
3 +$14.9M
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Biogen
BIIB
+$13.7M
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Visa
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+$13.3M

Top Sells

1 +$37.4M
2 +$20.1M
3 +$15.8M
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Citigroup
C
+$13.9M
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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%
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