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 | +$237M | |
| 2 | +$103M | |
| 3 | +$93.9M | |
| 4 |
iShares Bitcoin Trust
IBIT
|
+$80.5M |
| 5 |
Pinduoduo
PDD
|
+$61.3M |
Top Sells
| 1 | +$129M | |
| 2 | +$108M | |
| 3 | +$89.1M | |
| 4 |
Alphabet (Google) Class C
GOOG
|
+$79.3M |
| 5 |
Micron Technology
MU
|
+$64.3M |
Sector Composition
| 1 | Technology | 34.01% |
| 2 | Consumer Discretionary | 13.08% |
| 3 | Healthcare | 10.64% |
| 4 | Financials | 7.03% |
| 5 | Industrials | 3.96% |
