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
$1.59B
AUM Growth
+$614M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
3,542
New
Increased
Reduced
Closed

Top Buys

1 +$40.4M
2 +$23.1M
3 +$21.5M
4
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Wells Fargo
WFC
+$20.8M
5
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Micron Technology
MU
+$20M

Top Sells

1 +$21.4M
2 +$15.7M
3 +$14.4M
4
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Eli Lilly
LLY
+$10.5M
5
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iShares Biotechnology ETF
IBB
+$8.06M

Sector Composition

1 Technology 14.18%
2 Communication Services 13.47%
3 Consumer Discretionary 12.76%
4 Healthcare 12.43%
5 Financials 10.75%
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