Institutional investors

Financial Institutions and Insurance Companies We offer custom solutions for insurance companies, banks, and asset managers designed to complement your capabilities Russell serves clients across the spectrum from variable annuities, retirement services, general / surplus accounts, bank sponsored investment programs, as well as multi-manager and sub-advised investment managers. Our experience and depth of resources in consulting, implementation and customized investment products make possible the innovative solutions we provide to clients of all sizes, including insurance companies, banks, and asset managers. As one of the world's leading investment firms, we combine a solid commitment to excellent service with a sophisticated understanding of capital markets and the world's financial landscape. Russell services you can benefit from:   Suite of implementation services, including transition management, overlay services, currency management and commission recapture Investment consulting and advisory services Manager research and market commentary Fiduciary solutions, including direct select exposures and multi-manager funds Investment and market risk management, including downside risk reduction strategies and liability driven investing View our available research: Transition alternatives for funds of funds (By request) By Steve Kirschner and Brian Roberts Strategy Spotlight: Equity Replacement and Enhancement Strategies (PDF) By Scott Maidel, CFA, CAIA, FRM and Charles Anselm, CFA Conscious Currency™: A new approach to understanding currency (PDF) By Ian Toner, CFA Effective implementation of downside protection strategies (PDF) By Karl Sahlin, CPA and Scott Maidel, CFA, CAIA, FRM Are your FX fees too high? (By request) By Shashank Kothare and Lloyd Raynor, CFA Transition Management: Choosing a trusted provider (PDF) By Steve Kirschner For more information about Russell's services for insurance companies, banks and asset managers, please contact Brian:   Brian Roberts Director, Financial Institutions 800-247-8284 Please remember that all investments carry some level of risk, including the potential loss of principal invested. They do not typically grow at an even rate of return and may experience negative growth. As with any type of portfolio structuring, attempting to reduce risk and increase return could, at certain times, unintentionally reduce returns. Russell Investment Group is a Washington, USA corporation, which operates through subsidiaries worldwide, including Russell Investments, and is a subsidiary of The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. Trading and Execution Services offered by Russell Implementation Services Inc. a SEC registered investment adviser and broker-dealer member FINRA / SIPC www.finra.org. USI-10790