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Efficient and Effective Indexing for Better Investor Outcomes
David M. Alongi, CFA
Director, Fixed Income Index Management
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An approach and global platform drive efficiencies in fixed income index tracking by reducing costs.
Our investment process seeks to manage index strategies effectively and cost efficiently so that investors can achieve their desired outcomes. Our integrated global platform is backed by significant scale, range and infrastructure.
Key facts:
- NTAM Fixed Income Index asset under management: $98.1B*
- Comprehensive asset class coverage and global trading operations
- Extensive range of investment vehicles to meet client needs
*As of September 30, 2023
Why Northern Trust Asset Management for Fixed Income Index Strategies?
Our investment philosophy and objective are executed through our three-faceted approach to index investing. A dynamic investment process, centered on efficiency, is designed to avoid unintended exposures, cost and tax implications.
Portfolio Construction
- Minimize active risk
- Maximize liquidity
- Address the trade-off between active risk and transaction costs
Implementation
- Manage market impact of trading
- Research ongoing index events
- Utilize integrated technology
Multi-dimensional Risk Controls
- Monitor portfolio daily
- Conduct both pre- and post-trade compliance
- Oversee performance on a continuing basis
Global Index Capabilities
A long, consistent track record tested over decades and market cycles
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