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Episode 353: Building Resilience Through Liquidity Optimization
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- InsuranceAUM.com
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- Feb 5, 2026
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- 1329
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Summary
Peter Schenck, Head of Liquidity Distribution at Northern Trust Asset Management, joins Stewart Foley for a timely conversation on how insurers are rethinking cash management in today's evolving environment. With over $350 billion in cash and short-duration assets under management, Peter offers an inside look at how liquidity is being used not just as a defensive allocation, but as a strategic tool for flexibility, capital efficiency, and operational readiness. The discussion covers the growth of money market funds, the mechanics behind pooled liquidity vehicles, and the role of segmentation in managing operating versus strategic cash. Peter also shares forward-looking insights on tokenization, digitalization, and the future of liquidity in a 24/7 global economy. For insurers navigating volatility, regulation, and balance sheet demands, this episode offers clear and practical takeaways.