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
$701M
AUM Growth
+$54.9M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
3,490
New
Increased
Reduced
Closed

Top Buys

1 +$34.8M
2 +$20.3M
3 +$18.9M
4
GMCR
KEURIG GREEN MTN INC
GMCR
+$12.3M
5
AMZN icon
Amazon
AMZN
+$12.2M

Top Sells

1 +$27.5M
2 +$13.8M
3 +$12.1M
4
NFLX icon
Netflix
NFLX
+$10.7M
5
EEM icon
iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF
EEM
+$10.7M

Sector Composition

1 Consumer Discretionary 17.29%
2 Healthcare 13.74%
3 Technology 12.76%
4 Communication Services 12.12%
5 Industrials 10.49%
Name Market Value Portfolio Weight Shares or Principal Change
in Stake
Capital Flow
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