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Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services Expands Platform to Support Energy and Physical Commodities

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Slice of Finance Team
04 Sep

Key Highlights:

  • NTHFS enhances platform to support energy and physical commodities trading.

  • Omnium platform now includes unified investment and accounting records across markets.

  • Expertise and transparency provided for complex physical delivery obligations.

Source (Business Wire)

Notable Quotes:

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“Hedge fund managers are eager to invest in energy and physical commodities, but there’s a gap in the market when it comes to servicing these products.”

Jeff Boyd, Head at Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services
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“Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services has been an instrumental partner as our trading support needs have evolved as we continue to scale and enter new markets.”

Christopher Newman, Head of Operations at Squarepoint Capital

Our Take:

The expansion of Northern Trust Hedge Fund Services into energy and physical commodities reflects a strategic response to the growing demand for specialized asset management solutions. This enhancement not only broadens the service capabilities of NTHFS but also underscores Northern Trust's commitment to innovation and client-centric service, solidifying its position as a leader in the alternative fund administration space. The integration of these capabilities into the Omnium platform is likely to set a new standard for middle and back-office support in this niche market.