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Northern Trust Asset Management helps liquidity investors preserve capital, achieve yield, maintain liquidity and manage risk. We offer a broad range of solutions from AAA rated Money Market Funds to ultra-short strategies, uniquely tailored to investor cash flow requirements.


A GLOBAL LEADER IN LIQUIDITY SOLUTIONS

$291B40+
LIQUIDITY ASSETS
UNDER MANAGEMENT*
YEARS MANAGING GLOBAL
LIQUIDITY SOLUTIONS

*As of March 31, 2023. Source: NTAM Finance.

NEW – Latest Chart of the Month

View Northern Trust Asset Management’s Chart of the Month, a visual resource for treasurers that provides insight into the latest market developments.

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How a UK Multinational’s Pension Raised Yield with Cash Segmentation

Looking beyond money market funds to achieve yield and diversification in a challenging rate environment.

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Liquidity Link Newsletter

Latest News & Insights Across Global Liquidity Markets

Northern Trust Asset Management welcomes you to the full Liquidity Link Newsletter, our monthly publication offering timely updates on the UK, Eurozone and US markets – along with the latest:

– Videos
– Webinars
– Thought leadership (including blogs, articles and case studies)

More Market Insights

A Fed Pause in June? “An Ongoing Assessment”

After raising its policy rate again on Wednesday, the Fed may be signaling that it’s ready for a pause.

Is The Fed Draining Deposits?

The Fed’s tools for managing interest rates are adding to deposit competition.

Dissection of European Inflation

A wage-price spiral isn’t imminent in Europe, but inflation may take a while to descend.

Navigating a European (and Global) Stall Speed Economy

Chief Investment Strategist for EMEA and APAC Wouter Sturkenboom, CFA, explains how investors can keep their balance with modest risk-taking.

Silicon Valley Bank’s Shockwave of Uncertainty Likely to Settle

The surprise failure of Silicon Valley Bank and acquisition of Credit Suisse have sent shockwaves of uncertainty across financial markets.

Market Impact of Credit Suisse Deal

While risks still remain, we see the Credit Suisse deal and central bank actions over the weekend as positive.

Silicon Valley Bank Impact: Why This Isn’t 2008 All Over Again

How banking regulations have changed since the Global Financial Crisis, and how we’re positioned for this market.

Why the Fed and Investors See Rate Path Differently

Head of Global Macro, Antulio Bomfim, analyses the clash of views between the Fed and investors, and what could resolve it.

Global Bond Market Update: Reaching the Peak

Bond performance turned positive to end 2022 while inflation moderated and the pace of rate hikes slowed. But interest rate volatility likely will persist in 2023, as monetary policy and recession fears may dictate returns.

2023 Market Outlook

Download Northern Trust Asset Management’s 2023 investment outlook for insights on how to best position your portfolio for success in the year ahead.

Why the Window for an Economic Soft Landing Has Narrowed

Central banks are acknowledging that aggressive rate hikes may lead to recession, slimming the hopes of an economic “soft landing” where growth slows but recession is avoided.

Global Bond Market Update: A Delicate Balance

Investors tried to strike a balance between higher rates and the rising risk of recession, which combined to spark volatility in the third quarter.

Investors Looking for Interest Rate Peak

More inflation surprises and the UK market crisis show how changes to the interest rate outlook can quickly move markets.

Why the ECB May Be Going Too Far

With European consumers already struggling with high energy bills, higher interest rates sparked by the European Central Bank may weigh too heavily on the economy.

How to Make Cash Work Harder Against Inflation

A cash segmentation approach that aims to increase yield with modest extra risk

What Jackson Hole Comments Mean for Investors

Powell’s comments rattled investors as hopes of near-term ‘Fed pivot’ prove misplaced

Global Bond Market Update: Nowhere to Hide with Inflation, Rate Hikes

Following losses across the market, we believe interest rate volatility likely will persist, especially with shorter term bonds.

Evaluating the Increasing Threat of US Recession

Central banks have been working to slow demand, which we think increases the chance of mild recession.

Key Economic Data Points to Further 0.25% Hikes in May

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

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Articles

Cash & Liquidity Management
Key Economic Data Points to Further 0.25% Hikes in May

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Banking Sector Woes Distract Markets From Fed’s True Monetary Policy Intent

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Market Data Resets Thinking to Higher Peaks Then a Pause — Not Cuts

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Future Monetary Policy Path Sets Markets Against Central Banks

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Reasons to Be Cheerful: Treasury Short-Term Investments in 2023

This year has thrown severe challenges and a few opportunities at corporate treasurers and their short-term investment portfolios. Regulatory and market changes are two vital areas to pay attention to in 2023.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Relative Normality On Horizon — But Divergent Monetary Policy Pathways Likely

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

Cash & Liquidity Management
UK Autumn Statement Restores Confidence in Sterling

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

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ECB’s Targeted TLTRO Tweaks Set to Drain Excess Market Liquidity

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

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UK Gilts Send Markets Spiralling Following Truss Financial Package Announcement

Exclusive insight for TMI subscribers! Northern Trust Asset Management share a monthly market commentary for treasurers.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Key Takeaways: A Treasurer’s Checklist

These checklists distil short-term investment insights into critical action points and key learnings for every treasury team.

Podcasts

Cash & Liquidity Management
Key Economic Data Points to Further 0.25% Hikes in May

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Banking Sector Woes Distract Markets From Fed’s True Monetary Policy Intent

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Market Data Resets Thinking to Higher Peaks Then a Pause — Not Cuts

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Future Monetary Policy Path Sets Markets Against Central Banks

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Cash & Liquidity Management
Relative Normality On Horizon — But Divergent Monetary Policy Pathways Likely

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Cash & Liquidity Management
UK Autumn Statement Restores Confidence in Sterling

Welcome to the latest edition of Liquidity Link Live, your exclusive market analysis provided by Northern Trust Asset Management.

Watch Webinar Replays

Cash & Liquidity Management
How Treasurers Can Navigate Cash Markets in 2022

In partnership with Northern Trust Asset Management This video is a recording of a live event that took place on Thursday 2nd December 2021 Treasurers have struggled this year through low or even negative returns while facing concerns over rising inflation. Will 2022 be any different?

Cash & Liquidity Management
A Cash Segmentation Treasury Masterclass

In partnership with Northern Trust Asset Management This video is a recording of a live event that took place on Tuesday 6 July 2021. With the ongoing low interest-rate environment and increasing regulatory change, it’s more important than ever for treasurers to think outside of the box when it comes to cash.

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