Month: June 2025

June Market Pulse (Video)

June Market Pulse (Video)

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In this episode, host Grant Johnsey, Head of Market Solutions, Banking and Markets, Americas, at Northern Trust is joined by Guy Gibson, Executive Vice President and Global Head of Banking and Markets at Northern Trust, for an in-depth discussion on navigating today’s market volatility and global trends. The conversation covers lessons from past crises, the evolving role of liquidity and cash management, the rise of alternatives, and the growing impact of data costs on asset managers. Guy Gibson shares insights from his 30-year career, including strategies for building resilient businesses, adapting to shifting market dynamics, and fostering a winning team culture. Listeners will gain timely perspectives on risk, concentration, and the strategic pivots shaping the financial landscape in 2025.

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June Market Pulse (Audio)

June Market Pulse (Audio)

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In this episode, host Grant Johnsey, Head of Market Solutions, Banking and Markets, Americas, at Northern Trust is joined by Guy Gibson, Executive Vice President and Global Head of Banking and Markets at Northern Trust, for an in-depth discussion on navigating today’s market volatility and global trends. The conversation covers lessons from past crises, the evolving role of liquidity and cash management, the rise of alternatives, and the growing impact of data costs on asset managers. Guy Gibson shares insights from his 30-year career, including strategies for building resilient businesses, adapting to shifting market dynamics, and fostering a winning team culture. Listeners will gain timely perspectives on risk, concentration, and the strategic pivots shaping the financial landscape in 2025.

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Navigating Complexity: How Super Funds are Responding to Market Shifts with Leon Stavrou

Navigating Complexity: How Super Funds are Responding to Market Shifts with Leon Stavrou

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Superannuation funds in Australia are evolving rapidly, finding new pathways to optimize returns and manage risks.

How are they leveraging size, adapting their operations, and enhancing their data strategies for better investment outcomes? What can other regions learn from their focus on private markets and technology investments?

In this episode, host Paul Fahey speaks with Leon Stavrou, Head of Australia and New Zealand at Northern Trust, to discuss key findings from Northern Trust’s asset owner peer study, “Asset Owners in Focus”. They explore emerging trends in the superannuation sector, shifts in strategies, and the growing role of technology and data in transforming investment approaches.

Leon Stavrou discusses:

  • The increasing allocation of superannuation funds to private markets, including infrastructure and private credit
  • Challenges and strategies in managing liquidity amid growing investments in less liquid assets
  • Impacts of fund consolidation on insourcing versus outsourcing operational and investment activities
  • How technology and data solutions are enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency
  • The growing interest in alternative assets, including crypto and physical gold, and their integration into portfolios
  • And more!

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