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
$2.58B
AUM Growth
-$453M
Cap. Flow
Cap. Flow %
Top 10 Hldgs %
Holding
4,992
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Increased
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Closed

Top Buys

1 +$101M
2 +$66M
3 +$51.8M
4
BRK.B icon
Berkshire Hathaway Class B
BRK.B
+$42.7M
5
GLD icon
SPDR Gold Trust
GLD
+$39.4M

Top Sells

1 +$411M
2 +$64M
3 +$39.8M
4
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iShares Core S&P 500 ETF
IVV
+$34.3M
5
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PayPal
PYPL
+$32.9M

Sector Composition

1 Technology 17.4%
2 Financials 12.04%
3 Consumer Discretionary 10.17%
4 Healthcare 8.64%
5 Industrials 6.03%
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