Driving Investment Performance with Technology and Innovation

Improve performance and drive operational efficiency with our innovative solutions across foreign exchange, institutional brokerage, securities finance and transition management.

Trading in global markets poses multiple challenges. Amid rapid change, staying compliant with regulation while pursuing better governance and transparency is critical and the search for enhanced performance, access to liquidity and cost containment is continuous.

Tackle these challenges head-on with solutions from Northern Trust Capital Markets. Capitalize on advanced technology, transparent trading, quality execution, and smart liquidity solutions across institutional brokerage, transition management, securities finance and foreign exchange. We’re committed to investing in our capital markets expertise and technology so you benefit from the latest solutions designed to help you improve investment performance.

Northern Trust Holds Third Charity Trading Day

Charity Trading Day

As part of our global philanthropy strategy, Northern Trust is holding its third Charity Trading Day on October 16 to benefit four nonprofits: Habitat for Humanity International, Rise Against Hunger, Ronald McDonald House Charities® and Urban Initiatives.

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Trends in Asset Servicing


Upping the Game with Outsourced Trading

We spoke with Stephanie Farrell, Head of Integrated Trading Solutions, Americas, to understand the strategic considerations—from market access to regulatory agility—driving this shift.

Optimizing Trade Efficiency: How to Choose an Outsourced Trading Model

Outsourced trading is increasingly seen as a strategic move. Discover the different models that institutional investors can implement in our latest white paper.

The Multiplier Effect: Increased Trading Efficiency Through Outsourcing
March 10, 2025

We spoke with Stephanie Farrell, Head of Integrated Trading Solutions, Americas, Amy Thorne, Head of Integrated Trading Solutions, EMEA and Robert Arnott, Head of Brokerage, APAC about the added value asset managers can achieve by evaluating their current service provider stack.

Doing More with Less The Outsourced Trading Solution
December 5, 2024

As managers navigate uncertain times, achieving balanced growth is crucial, and outsourcing can help.

MarketMingle Amsterdam 2024 Discussion Highlights
July 30, 2024

MarketMingle Amsterdam 2024 focused on the theme of risk mitigation with our panel of experts exploring preventative measures and solutions to consider as the Dutch pension industry transitions to Wet Toekomst Pensioenen.

Outsourced Trading Isn’t Just a Cost Play It’s a Quality Play
May 30, 2024

Today, outsourcing is often seen as much a way to improve the quality of operations as it is a way to reduce costs.

Benefits


Our capital markets experts take the time to get to know your business, challenges and strategic vision. We help you build customized solutions and maximize opportunities to gain a competitive edge. Our holistic approach enables us to identify the right mix of services that allow you to focus on your core business.

Enhance Performance

Lower transaction costs and increase operational efficiency through execution capabilities that help improve speed, drive transparency and manage market impact, all of which drive investment performance results.

Manage Exposure and Mitigate Risk

Get the tools and information you need to manage or monitor risk tolerance limits in fluctuating markets. Our benchmarking and analytical capabilities offer a comprehensive view of portfolio exposures.

Reduce Costs

Contain your operating costs to remain competitive. Outsource execution and middle-office operations and benefit from cost-effective solutions for your aggregate trading needs.

Improve Governance and Transparency

Get reporting to help you maintain constant vigilance to stay compliant. We’ll help you monitor and anticipate the impact of regulatory change to increase confidence that you are in compliance.

Increase Access to Liquidity

Access a wide range of actively managed liquidity sources and execution venues for ease of trading and clear, competitive pricing.

Solutions in Motion



Find out how else we can help you with your Asset Servicing needs:
Capital Markets Solutions

Maximize investment and execution potential with our innovative solutions across institutional brokerage, transition management, securities lending, and foreign exchange.

Data Solutions

Turn your investment and financial data into actionable insights with our full suite of data solutions.

Cash Management

Make your cash work harder via our extensive array of cash management capabilities.

Our Clients

Our Asset Servicing group offers services and solutions to a wide range of clientele. Some of our key clients include:

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