Simplex Trading Portfolio holdings
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.
Top Buys
| 1 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
+$54.1M |
| 2 |
Apple
AAPL
|
+$28.6M |
| 3 |
Meta Platforms (Facebook)
META
|
+$16.5M |
| 4 |
IBM
IBM
|
+$13.4M |
| 5 |
Baidu
BIDU
|
+$10.3M |
Top Sells
| 1 |
SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust
SPY
|
+$9.89M |
| 2 |
McDonald's
MCD
|
+$8.52M |
| 3 |
Ralph Lauren
RL
|
+$5.22M |
| 4 |
Intel
INTC
|
+$4.74M |
| 5 |
WBA
Walgreens Boots Alliance
WBA
|
+$4.67M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Communication Services | 22.01% |
| 2 | Technology | 15.83% |
| 3 | Healthcare | 11.95% |
| 4 | Consumer Discretionary | 9.73% |
| 5 | Financials | 7.98% |