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
$1.51B
AUM Growth
-$75.7M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
3,525
New
Increased
Reduced
Closed

Top Buys

1 +$84.3M
2 +$37M
3 +$32.3M
4
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Micron Technology
MU
+$29.4M
5
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Qualcomm
QCOM
+$18M

Top Sells

1 +$29.8M
2 +$29.3M
3 +$27.7M
4
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Booking.com
BKNG
+$26M
5
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AT&T
T
+$20.8M

Sector Composition

1 Technology 20.65%
2 Communication Services 17.64%
3 Consumer Discretionary 14.77%
4 Healthcare 11.1%
5 Financials 6.35%
Name Market Value Portfolio Weight Shares or Principal Change
in Stake
Capital Flow
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$9.25M 0.4%
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$4.77M 0.21%
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