Episode 50: Outsourced Trading Explained with Meghan Siripurapu of Meraki Global Advisors

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, sits down with Meghan Siripurapu, Head of Fixed Income and Credit Trading at Meraki Global Advisors, to discuss the growing trend of outsourced trading in fixed income markets. Meghan shares her expertise on how outsourced trading can help small to midsize insurance companies and asset managers address fee compression, market access challenges, and operational inefficiencies. From converting fixed costs to variable costs to leveraging deep broker relationships, Meghan outlines the key benefits and use cases of outsourcing the trading function.

The conversation delves into how outsourced trading has evolved, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the ways it can support business continuity. Meghan explains the various models of outsourced trading and highlights the importance of selecting the right partner. Whether it’s accessing overnight markets, enhancing execution efficiency, or navigating the relationship-driven nature of fixed income trading, this episode offers actionable insights for insurance investors exploring new ways to optimize their trading strategies.