Investor Relations

As of December 31 2019, Northern Trust Corporation had:

NORTHERN TRUST CORPORATION REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER EARNINGS PER DILUTED COMMON SHARE OF $1.70, RETURN ON AVERAGE COMMON EQUITY OF 14.8%
“Northern Trust’s performance in the fourth quarter of 2019 generated year-over-year revenue growth of 3% and a return on average common equity of 14.8%. Our full year performance continued to exhibit foundational strength, as we executed on a number of growth strategies while continuing to advance our data and digital efforts and improve our productivity. We also continued to grow assets as a result of favorable markets and organic growth. Assets under Custody and Administration ended the year at $12.1 trillion, up 19% from the prior year, while Assets under Management ended the year at $1.2 trillion, up 15% from the prior year. During 2019, we returned a record $1.7 billion to common shareholders through dividends and the repurchase of 11.8 million shares. As we enter 2020, we remain focused on providing our clients with exceptional service and expertise, driving efficiencies in our business, and investing for future growth,” said Michael O’Grady, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.