BlackRock announced that it has engaged Citi Investor Services to assume a suite of middle‑office responsibilities for its U.S.-domiciled iShares exchange‑traded funds (ETFs) that are processed through the firm’s Aladdin platform. The move covers approximately $4.0 trillion in assets under management, reinforcing a partnership that has deepened over the past several years. The expanded arrangement builds…

Dynamic currency hedging differs from static forward contracts by allowing hedge ratios to be adjusted continuously in response to market movements and predictive signals. Northern Trust’s platform already lets clients modify their exposure based on real‑time data, but the addition of Berenberg’s AI models introduces a new layer of quantitative insight. These models are designed to…

A veteran strategist joins a growing platform Pelant arrives with more than a quarter‑century of experience navigating complex investment and financial‑planning landscapes. Her most recent role was as Partner and Managing Director at Baker Street Advisors, where she also sat on the firm’s Management Committee. During that tenure she oversaw advisory services for assets exceeding $2 billion, tailoring…