Ben Brownette - Research Analyst

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Welcoming Ben Brownette to Northern Trust
Northern Trust Capital Markets appoints Ben
Brownette as research analyst in its Sydney
office. Brownette brings with him expertise from
the institutional equities sector of Commonwealth
Bank of Australia and is the first appointment
since the acquisition of Aviate Global.
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Northern Trust Capital Markets
Northern Trust is a global financial institution
offering a suite of asset management, asset
servicing, and wealth management solutions to
clients from around the world. The Capital
Markets division specializes in providing
investment solutions to institutional investors.
History
Clientele
Founded in 1889, Northern Trust has been
delivering expertise to clients for over 130
years.
The company serves a diverse group of clients,
including corporations, institutions, pensions,
and high-net-worth individuals.
Values
Global Footprint
Integrity, teamwork, commitment to excellence,
client-first attitudes, and most importantly -
trust.
Northern Trust operates in 23 US states and has a
presence in 20 countries across North America,
Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.
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Research Analyst Position
The role of the Research Analyst at Northern
Trust is to provide in-depth analysis of market
opportunities and risks for institutional
investors.
Qualifications
Strong analytical skills, experience in
investment research, and excellent communication
skills. Relevant degree (finance, economics,
etc.) or CFA designation required.
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Responsibilities
Challenges
Conduct research, financial analysis, and due
diligence to identify trends, opportunities, and
threats. Produce detailed reports and
recommendations.
Volatility and uncertainty in the market require
a research analyst to remain up-to-date with
industry trends and have their finger on the
pulse of the market.
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Commonwealth Bank of Australia Experience
Brownette acquired a depth of knowledge working
in the Commonwealth Bank of Australia's (CBA)
institutional equities sector. Within this sector
he worked as a research analyst.
About Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Institutional Equities
Research Analyst Position at CBA
This sector is dedicated to providing research
and analysis on equity markets, as well as
offering customized investment solutions for
institutional clients such as pension funds or
hedge funds.
Founded in 1911, Commonwealth Bank of Australia
is one of the largest banks in Australia in terms
of total assets, revenue, and market
capitalization.
In this role, Brownette would be involved in
conducting fundamental research, industry
analysis, and financial modeling to identify
investment opportunities and risks.
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Aviate Global Acquisition
Northern Trust Capital Markets expanded its
presence in Asia Pacific by acquiring Asia-based
equity research provider, Aviate Global in May
2021.
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Background
Benefits
Outlook
Aviate Global was founded in 2011 and has built a
reputation for expertise on Asia-based equities
and Merger Acquisition transactions.
Northern Trust plans to use Aviate Global's
research to expand its emerging markets coverage,
strengthen its product suite, and develop
investment opportunities for its clients.
This acquisition is part of Northern Trust's
strategy to grow and develop its presence in the
Asia Pacific region, which aims to better serve
its clients' growing needs in the area.
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New Developments and Outlook for the Sydney Office
The appointment of Ben Brownette marks Northern
Trust's first regional expansion since the
acquisition of Aviate Global. The company has big
plans for its Sydney office in the coming years.
New Opportunities
Diversification
New Hires
With Aviate Global's expertise, the Sydney office
plans to explore new investment opportunities in
emerging markets and strengthen its product suite.
The company will also be working on diversifying
its client base, moving beyond traditional
Australian institutional investors.
Northern Trust plans to expand its team in
Sydney, with an emphasis on hiring talent from
the local market.
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Conclusion
Ben Brownette's appointment is just one of many
reflections of Northern Trust's growth and
development in the Asia Pacific region. With
Aviate Global's acquisition, Northern Trust is
investing heavily in its Sydney office and
expanding its presence in emerging markets. These
developments are part of the company's ongoing
strategy to better serve its clients and meet
their evolving needs.