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U.S. Treasury Selects Two BlackRock Funds for Trump AccountsJuly 1, 2026 4:27 PM
Business Wire Funds provide diversified, low-cost exposure to leading U.S. companies The U.S. Treasury today announced that two BlackRock iShares exchange traded funds (ETFs) will be offered among the investment options available under Trump Accounts, a federal initiative designed to enable a generation of American children to begin building wealth from birth. “BlackRock is proud to support Trump Accounts. For generations, U.S. capital markets have been a powerful engine of growth and wealth creation,” said Larry Fink, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of BlackRock. “By giving younger Americans the opportunity to start investing earlier, Trump Accounts can help millions build long-term financial security, develop a greater stake in the future of the country, and share more directly in the growth and prosperity of the United States." BlackRock’s iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) and iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF (ITOT) offer diversified exposure to many of America’s leading companies and the long-term growth potential of the U.S. economy. With expense ratios of 0.03%, both funds reflect BlackRock’s longstanding commitment to making investing more affordable. “We’re honored iShares ETFs have been selected for the Trump Accounts program, reflecting our commitment to helping more Americans start investing earlier and participate in long-term growth,” said Elise Terry, Head of U.S. iShares at BlackRock. “Even small investments, started early, can compound meaningfully over time—this program helps make that first step more accessible. IVV and ITOT offer simple, low-cost exposure to the broad U.S. market, making them practical building blocks for long-term investors.” BlackRock's participation in the program is complemented by the firm's philanthropic efforts to strengthen financial security and help families begin building wealth early in life. In March, the BlackRock Foundation announced a $1 million grant to Invest America to support public service campaigns focused on awareness, education, and enrollment in Trump Accounts. The Foundation has also supported children's savings initiatives, including a $3.75 million grant to NYC Kids RISE and a $1.15 million grant to establish The Early Wealth Partnership, which promotes engagement with CalKids, California's statewide children's savings account program. In December, BlackRock committed to matching the federal government’s $1,000 contribution to Trump Accounts for eligible U.S. employees, helping families begin investing for the future from an early age. The selected iShares ETFs are expected to become available through the program in the coming months following the official launch of Trump Accounts. To learn more, and to download the app and sign up for a Trump Account, visit www.trumpaccounts.gov. About BlackRock
BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, BlackRock helps millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors, and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses or, if available, the summary prospectuses which may be obtained by visiting www.iShares.com or www.blackrock.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Buying and selling shares of ETPs may result in brokerage commissions. This material is provided for informational and educational purposes only and is intended to provide a general overview of certain statutory provisions under U.S. federal law. This content does not constitute legal, tax, regulatory, or investment advice and should not be relied upon as an authoritative interpretation of any statute, regulation, or governmental policy. It is not intended to reflect the official views of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”), or any other governmental or regulatory authority. The description of applicable rules, requirements, or limitations is based on publicly available information and may involve interpretations that are subject to change as additional guidance, rulemaking, or implementation clarifications are issued. Nothing contained herein constitutes an offer, solicitation, or recommendation to buy or sell any securities, financial instruments, or investment strategies, nor does it represent that any particular investment approach is suitable for any investor. Investors should consult their own legal, tax, and investment advisors to understand how applicable laws and regulations apply to their specific circumstances. The Funds are distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BlackRock”). © 2026 BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK and iSHARES are trademarks of BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260701231018/en/ Ed Sweeney

BlackRock to Report Second Quarter 2026 Earnings on July 15thJuly 1, 2026 11:00 AM
Business Wire BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK) today announced that it will report second quarter 2026 earnings prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Laurence D. Fink, President, Robert S. Kapito, and Chief Financial Officer, Martin S. Small, will host a teleconference call for investors and analysts at 7:30 a.m. ET. BlackRock’s earnings release and supplemental materials will be available via the investor relations section of www.blackrock.com, before the teleconference call begins. Teleconference and Webcast Details Members of the public who are interested in participating in the teleconference should dial, from the United States, (312) 471-1353, or from outside the United States, (800) 330-6710, shortly before 7:30 a.m. ET and reference the BlackRock Conference Call (ID Number 3230408). A live, listen-only webcast will also be available via the investor relations section of www.blackrock.com. The webcast will be available for replay by 10:30 a.m. ET on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. To access the replay of the webcast, please visit the investor relations section of www.blackrock.com. About BlackRock BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260629120679/en/ Investor Relations
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Americans Look Beyond Savings to Turn Retirement Confidence Into Reality, BlackRock Survey FindsJune 25, 2026 6:30 AM
Business Wire 11th annual Read on Retirement® finds growing demand for guaranteed income, active management, private markets and tailored guidance as participants and plan sponsors seek better retirement outcomes American workplace savers are more confident about retirement, but many may still be falling short of the savings they need to achieve the retirement they want, according to BlackRock's 2026 Read on Retirement® report. While most employees and employers believe a secure retirement is within reach, BlackRock's analysis points to a significant gap between expectations and projected savings, highlighting the need for new capabilities that can help people save more, invest more effectively, and generate income throughout retirement. Nearly seven in 10 workplace savers (68%) say they are on track for retirement, up 16 points since the survey's inception. Employers share that optimism, with 66% believing most employees are on track with their retirement savings. Yet BlackRock's analysis projects workplace retirement balances will support only 50–60% of the retirement income people anticipate those balances will generate. A key challenge is capacity. Workplace savers recognize the gap, but many face practical barriers to closing it. Median contribution rates are at 10%, well below the 15% people say is necessary to retire comfortably. At the same time, more than half say they may need to reduce contributions over the next 12 months, underscoring the challenge of balancing long-term retirement goals with ongoing financial pressures. “Confidence is growing, but for too many Americans, retirement reality won't match retirement expectations,” said Jaime Magyera, Head of Retirement and Head of U.S. Wealth Advisory at BlackRock. “Bridging that gap is one of the defining challenges facing our retirement system today. Workers need help making their savings work harder and turning them into reliable income that lasts. That's why workplace plans are evolving to combine professional management, expanded investment access, and guaranteed income solutions.” The survey shows growing demand for investment capabilities beyond traditional savings strategies, including guaranteed income, active management and private markets. In addition, more than half of savers are interested in AI-assisted retirement guidance, and digital tools are making tailored engagement more scalable for sponsors. These trends are accelerating the transition from accumulation-focused retirement plans to “personal pensions” – professionally managed solutions that combine growth, retirement income, and active management to improve participant outcomes. Retirement Readiness Depends on Spending, Not Just Savings The report finds growing concern about turning savings into reliable income over increasingly long retirements, a challenge recognized by participants, retirees, and plan sponsors alike. Participants: Nearly two-thirds (64%) worry about outliving their savings. More than three-quarters (76%) believe their generation will have less certainty of retirement income than previous generations—a survey-series high. Nine in 10 want secure income-generating options in their workplace plan. Retirees: 89% say they would have benefited from guaranteed income through their workplace plan, while 92% say guaranteed income made a bigger difference than expected and believe employers should offer secure income options. Plan Sponsors: Nearly all feel responsible for helping participants generate and manage retirement income, and 32% plan to incorporate guaranteed income into their qualified default investment alternative (QDIA). Openness to New Investment Approaches The report finds growing demand for investment solutions designed to improve retirement outcomes, particularly when offered through professionally managed workplace plans. Private Markets: Nearly three in four participants (73%) are interested in accessing private markets through their retirement plan. Interest is also growing among plan sponsors, with 45% considering private market exposure, up 21 points from last year. Active: 90% of plan sponsors believe active managers can consistently outperform the market, 30% are considering adding active strategies and 37% have added them in the last 12 months. Participants also show a preference for active management, with 55% favoring active target date funds versus 45% who prefer index-based alternatives. “The next chapter of retirement is the personal pension,” said Nick Nefouse, Global Head of Retirement Solutions and Head of LifePath at BlackRock. “For decades, pensions combined professional management and lifetime income. Today, we have an opportunity to bring those same principles into the defined contribution system and help more workers retire with confidence.” Retirement Needs Vary Across Generations and Demographics The report finds that retirement needs vary significantly across generations and demographics, reinforcing the need for more personalized guidance and solutions. Generational: Retirement priorities shift across life stages. Gen Z is embracing new technologies and retirement innovations, Millennials are balancing long-term saving with competing financial and family demands, and Gen X is increasingly focused on retirement income and longevity as retirement nears. Women: Retirement confidence among women has improved, but preparedness continues to lag. Confidence remains 13 points below men, workplace retirement balances are roughly 40% lower, and concerns about generating retirement income remain higher. Despite living longer on average, women are also 44% less likely than men to adopt guaranteed income solutions. Technology and AI Are Accelerating Engagement Technology is emerging as a key enabler of accelerated engagement in retirement, with growing interest in AI-powered guidance among both participants and plan sponsors. Participants: More than half (53%) are interested in AI-assisted retirement guidance. 81% want personalized investment recommendations, and the same share want digital tools that clearly show whether they are on track for retirement. Plan Sponsors: More than half (54%) use analytics to tailor participant communications, while 48% are enhancing digital platforms and personalized education tools. Nearly half (45%) are exploring AI-driven engagement tools, and 24% already use AI-generated guidance. About the BlackRock Read on Retirement®
The 2026 BlackRock Read on Retirement® survey provides 11 years of insights from an annual research study of workplace savers and retirees in the U.S. The survey was conducted by Escalent, an independent research company, and reflects the experiences of Americans participating in the workplace retirement system. While the findings highlight the opportunities and challenges facing these savers, retirement outcomes among those without access to employer-sponsored retirement plan may differ. About BlackRock
BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260625069732/en/ Media Contacts

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4X in Four Years: BlackRock Initiative Helps Drive Nearly $8 Billion in Emergency Savings for American WorkersJune 23, 2026 6:30 AM
Business Wire Since 2022, BlackRock’s Emergency Savings Initiative (ESI) has helped quadruple net new emergency savings from $2 billion to nearly $8 billion and expanded access to these savings solutions to more than 22 million Americans. New report from The BlackRock Foundation and Commonwealth details how emergency funds can improve retirement participation, reduce early withdrawals, and support long-term wealth building. BlackRock’s Emergency Savings Initiative (ESI) has helped generate nearly $8 billion in emergency savings and expanded access to emergency savings solutions to more than 22 million Americans, according to a new BlackRock ESI Impact Report. Supported by The BlackRock Foundation’s $50 million philanthropic commitment, together with nonprofit partner Commonwealth, the initiative has nearly quadrupled net new savings from $2 billion in 2022. Since its initial launch in 2019, ESI has stood up more than 60 projects designed to strengthen household financial resilience and address a critical challenge facing American workers. Roughly 40% of U.S. adults are unable to cover a $400 unexpected expense1, leaving many families vulnerable to financial shocks and more likely to tap long-term investments to meet short-term needs. The report brings together findings from seven years of research, employer pilots, and cross-sector collaboration demonstrating how emergency savings can strengthen retirement outcomes and support long term wealth building. The research finds that people with access to emergency savings are more likely to participate in retirement plans, less likely to withdrawal from retirement savings early, and better able to stay invested and pursue long-term wealth-building goals. “Too many Americans are forced to choose between managing an unexpected expense today and saving for their future tomorrow,” said Claire Chamberlain, President of The BlackRock Foundation. “Through partnerships and collaborations across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, BlackRock’s Emergency Savings Initiative has helped expand access to savings solutions that strengthen financial stability, protect retirement savings, and help more people build lasting financial security.” ESI has collaborated with employers, financial institutions, payroll providers, retirement plan providers, and policymakers2 to embed emergency savings tools into the workplace systems Americans already use to manage their financial lives. The workplace has emerged as one of the most effective and scalable channels for helping workers build emergency savings through payroll integration, retirement plans, and employer-sponsored benefits. Collaborators have included The Fresh Market, GXO, Starbucks, Truist Bank, Spruce built by H&R Block, and Voya Financial. The initiative’s research has also informed landmark policy in the United States—SECURE 2.0’s emergency savings and unexpected expense provisions, including Pension-Linked Emergency Savings Accounts (PLESA) and the $1,000 emergency expense withdrawal provision—reflecting growing bipartisan recognition that short-term savings and retirement security work together, rather than compete. Among the report's findings: Starbucks’ My Starbucks Savings program found that emergency savers had 401(k) contribution rates almost triple those of non-savers. Emergency savings can be a gateway to retirement savings. Among participants who weren't yet saving for retirement, one in five began contributing for the first time after opening an emergency savings account, with more than half starting within four months. An employer partner with a large hourly workforce leveraged SECURE 2.0’s $1,000 emergency withdrawal provision to boost 401(k) enrollment among hesitant workers. In a pilot led by its plan recordkeeper, Voya, employees exposed to messaging about the provision were up to 3.5 times more likely to enroll, and 87% of those who took the $1,000 withdrawal continued contributing to their retirement plans. Emergency savings can reduce retirement leakage. More than 28% of workers who opened an emergency savings account made a withdrawal from those accounts, helping preserve up to $38 million in retirement assets by reducing early withdrawals. The Investor Diaries, a joint research initiative from The BlackRock Foundation and Commonwealth, found that nearly one-third (31%) of retail investors living on low and moderate incomes paused or stopped investing due to financial emergencies.3 Investors living on low-to-moderate incomes with even modest savings—approximately $1,500 to $2,000—were significantly more likely to stay invested.4 “Emergency savings are a critical form of household economic ‘infrastructure,’ acting as a financial ‘shock absorber’ that provides stability, reduces the need for high-cost debt, and prevents financial disruptions from cascading into greater crises,” said Timothy Flacke, CEO of Commonwealth. “Over the past seven years, BlackRock’s Emergency Savings Initiative has helped shift emergency savings from an emerging idea to a recognized pillar of retirement and financial security.” The report comes as interest in workplace emergency savings continues to grow among both workers and employers. According to findings from BlackRock’s forthcoming annual Read on Retirement® report, 79% of retirement plan participants say they would be interested in contributing to an emergency savings program if it were available through their employer. Employers are taking notice: over the last year, the share of employers that do not currently offer emergency savings options but are considering doing so for retirement plan participants more than doubled, increasing from 8% in 2025 to 17% in 2026. Read the BlackRock Emergency Savings Initiative Impact Report here. About BlackRock
BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate. About The BlackRock Foundation
Guided by BlackRock’s purpose to help more and more people experience financial well-being, The BlackRock Foundation funds and partners with organizations that strengthen financial security by helping people earn, save and invest – earlier, more often and for their futures. BlackRock’s Emergency Savings Initiative is made possible through philanthropic support from The BlackRock Foundation. The initiative brings together partner companies and nonprofit financial health experts to make saving easier and more accessible for people living on low and moderate incomes. For more information, visit blackrock.com/corporate/about-us/social-impact. About Commonwealth
Commonwealth is a national nonprofit celebrating 25 years of advancing financial security and opportunity for low and moderate income households through innovation and partnerships. Commonwealth collaborates with consumers, the financial services industry, employers, and policymakers. Because Black, Latin, and women-led households disproportionately experience financial insecurity, we focus especially on these populations. The solutions we build are grounded in real life, based on our deep understanding of people living on low and moderate incomes and how businesses can best serve them. To learn more, visit us at www.buildcommonwealth.org. 1 Federal Reserve Board, Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households in 2023, 2024 2 BlackRock’s support of ESI was provided through grants from The BlackRock Foundation and The BlackRock Charitable Gift Fund, a donor-advised fund at Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund. The public policy activities described in The BlackRock Foundation’s and Commonwealth’s report were carried out by ESI partners, and The BlackRock Foundation does not engage in lobbying activities or earmark its grant funds for use in lobbying activities. 3 Commonwealth, Understanding Today's Retail Investor, 2025 4 Commonwealth, Retail Investors on the Rise, Q1 2026.   View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260623713955/en/ Media Contacts: Kristen Rivera, BlackRock

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BlackRock Announces Product UpdatesJune 12, 2026 5:21 PM
Business Wire BlackRock has one of the most comprehensive investment platforms in the industry, providing investors with choice to meet their individual needs. Investors continue to turn to BlackRock to unlock the full potential of their portfolios, as evidenced by nearly $2 trillion of net inflows in the past five years globally.1 As we evolve our global investment platform, we also continually assess how our funds are meeting investors’ investment objectives and the needs of our clients. As a result of that exercise, and reflecting evolving investor demand, BlackRock is announcing the upcoming liquidation of 19 U.S.-domiciled mutual funds and ETFs. In the U.S., BlackRock offers nearly 700 mutual funds and ETFs for investors to access different market exposures, including more than 30 products launched in the past year.2 BlackRock has also built one of the industry’s widest ranges of sustainable and transition investment strategies, representing $1.3 trillion in client AUM3 across a global suite of more than 500 products.4 In the last three years, clients have entrusted BlackRock with approximately $185 billion in net inflows in sustainable and transition investing, including around $60 billion last year.5 Fund Name Last Trading Date Liquidation Date BlackRock LifePath ESG Index Retirement Fund N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2030 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2035 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2040 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2045 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2050 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2055 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2060 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2065 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock LifePath ESG Index 2070 N/A 10/16/2026 BlackRock Sustainable Aware Advantage International Equity Fund N/A 09/11/2026 iShares ESG Aware 80/20 Aggressive Allocation ETF (CBOE: EAOA) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares ESG Aware 30/70 Conservative Allocation ETF (CBOE: EAOK) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares ESG Aware 40/60 Moderate Allocation ETF (CBOE: EAOM) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares ESG Aware 60/40 Balanced Allocation ETF (CBOE: EAOR) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares Future Metaverse Tech and Communications ETF (NYSE: IVRS) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares Interest Rate Hedged U.S. Aggregate Bond ETF (NYSE: AGRH) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares U.S. Consumer Focused ETF (NYSE: IEDI) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 iShares U.S. Select Equity Active ETF (NASDAQ: BELT) 08/12/2026 08/17/2026 As disclosed in the prospectuses, investors will incur management fees until the liquidations are complete. In addition to the management fee, investors who opt to sell an ETF will bear the usual transaction and commissions costs in the secondary market. In both cases, investors may see a capital gain or loss on their investment. About BlackRock
BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock About iShares
iShares unlocks opportunity across markets to meet the evolving needs of investors. With more than twenty years of experience, a global line-up of more than 1,700 exchange traded funds (ETFs) and approximately $5.5 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, iShares continues to drive progress for the financial industry. iShares funds are powered by the expert portfolio and risk management of BlackRock. Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors, and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses or, if available, the summary prospectuses which may be obtained by visiting www.iShares.com or www.blackrock.com. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Transactions in shares of ETFs may result in brokerage commissions and may generate tax consequences. All regulated investment companies are obliged to distribute portfolio gains to shareholders. This material does not constitute any specific legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult with qualified professionals for this type of advice. This information should not be relied upon as research, investment advice, or a recommendation regarding any products, strategies, or any security in particular. This material is strictly for illustrative, educational, or informational purposes and is subject to change. The Funds are distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BlackRock”). © 2026 BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK and iSHARES are trademarks of BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners. ____________________
1 BlackRock, as of May 2026. 2 BlackRock, as of March 2026. 3 Morningstar Global Sustainable fund flows, as of Q4 2025. Covers assets as defined by Morningstar to have a sustainability focus. BlackRock (including iShares) has the largest global sustainable fund assets across actively and passively managed funds. 4 BlackRock as of December 2025. This includes some transition focused strategies that also meet our Sustainable Investing Criteria (Screened, Uplift, Thematic, and Impact strategies using environmental, social and/or governance data as a portfolio construction input and a subset also seek to achieve long term sustainability outcomes in line with each specific investment objective). 5 BlackRock as of December 2025. This includes some transition-focused strategies that also meet our Sustainable Investing Platform criteria (Screened, Uplift, Thematic, and Impact strategies using environmental, social and/or governance data as a portfolio construction input and a subset also seek to achieve long-term sustainability outcomes in line with each specific investment objective).   View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260611504484/en/ Media:

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BlackRock Declares Quarterly Dividend of $5.73 on Common StockMay 20, 2026 1:27 PM
Business Wire BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE:BLK) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $5.73 per share of common stock, payable June 23, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 5, 2026. About BlackRock BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate. View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260519705495/en/ Investor Relations
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LMAO! BLK +4.23% today at $1,067 on blowout stellar earnings report this am

BlackRock Shares Rise as Q1 Earnings and Revenue Beat ExpectationsApril 14, 2026 8:45 AM
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BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) shares moved higher on Tuesday after the asset management giant reported first-quarter results that exceeded Wall Street forecasts.The stock was up ?????????? 2.8% in premarket trading as of 06:16 ET.The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $12.53, well above the analyst estimate of $11.48. Revenue came in at $6.7 billion, surpassing the consensus forecast of $6.43 billion.Assets under management increased 27% year-over-year to $13.89 trillion, broadly matching expectations of $13.92 trillion. BlackRock recorded $130 billion in total net inflows during the quarter, supported by a record first quarter for its iShares ETF division, along with continued strength in active and private market strategies.“BlackRock delivered one of the strongest starts to a year in our history,” said Laurence Fink, Chairman and CEO.“Our results tell more than one quarter’s story. They reflect a business with accelerating momentum, deep client engagement, and a platform built to compound across market environments. Over the last twelve months, clients entrusted BlackRock with $744 billion of net new assets, powering 10% organic base fee growth,” he added.Adjusted operating income rose 31% from a year earlier to $2.67 billion, while the adjusted operating margin improved to 44.5% from 43.2%.The company also reported a 22% increase in technology services and subscription revenue, driven by ongoing growth in its Aladdin investment management platform and contributions from its Preqin acquisition.BlackRock stock price

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BlackRock in Quicksand: How Clients' Billions Turned to Dust
While Larry Fink, the sovereign of BlackRock, delivers lectures from the heights of Wall Street about the future of capitalism and "sustainable growth," a time bomb is quietly ticking within the vaults of his empire. For decades, this financial titan directed unfathomable sums of money—not his own, but the hard-earned savings of retirees and the capital of naive millionaires—into the "promised land" of the Gulf. Today, those billions no longer shine like gold; they reek of burnt oil and toxic smoke.

1. Selling a Utopia on Someone Else’s Tab
BlackRock was more than just an investor; it was the lead architect of legitimacy for Gulf megaprojects. When the world’s largest asset manager declares a desert to be a "safe haven," the "small fish" jump into the pool. They poured wealth into the real estate boom, artificial islands, and cities that defy the laws of nature. But nature does not take bribes. Today, as the air fills with toxic particles from missile strikes and sabotaged oil fields, BlackRock is watching as "Real Estate Gold" transforms into an immovable, decaying liability.

2. Ecological Hypocrisy and "Armageddon" on the Ground
The irony is brutal: the firm that preaches Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards became the largest shareholder in cities that depend on the world's most aggressive energy consumption and desalination processes that kill the surrounding seas. Now, as "divine retribution" arrives in the form of ecological collapse, Larry Fink cannot filter the atmosphere over Dubai or Riyadh. Billions are trapped in glass towers where no person with common sense—and the means to leave—would ever choose to raise a family.

3. The Exodus Wall Street Refuses to Acknowledge
BlackRock is betting on systems like mBridge to save the flow of capital, but a digital currency cannot hide the fact that physical real estate has lost its purpose. The introduction of taxation—now an inevitability to feed the machinery of conflict—will be the final nail in the coffin. For BlackRock, this might be a "portfolio adjustment," but for their clients, it is the total evaporation of life savings in the scorching desert sand.

4. The End of the Untouchables
This is a warning to all the "big fish": no algorithm and no amount of political influence can defeat poisoned earth and water. BlackRock thought they had bought a piece of paradise, but they actually purchased a front-row seat to "Armageddon." Their clients are in for a painful awakening—because in a world without clean air and physical safety, shares in concrete towers are worth only as much as the sand that surrounds them.

Transparency and Position
BlackRock (NYSE: BLK) is deeply embedded in the shareholding structure of nearly every major entity in the Gulf. Their risk is not just financial; it is reputational. Once clients realize their pensions are anchored in an ecologically devastated war zone, a massive withdrawal of funds is inevitable.

Legal Disclaimer: Investing in funds managed by BlackRock with high exposure to the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) region currently represents one of the highest systemic risks in the global market. The "Gold Rush" in the desert is over; the era of debt collection and ecological fallout has begun.

BlackRock Launches $100 Million Philanthropic Initiative to Power the Next Generation of American Workers in Skilled TradesMarch 11, 2026 6:30 AM
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As the U.S. faces historic infrastructure demands, BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative will reach 50,000 Americans with training and support to address urgent labor needs and build long-term financial security for workers


BlackRock today announced a $100 million philanthropic initiative to expand economic opportunity and power the next generation of America’s skilled trades workers. As the U.S. faces historic demand for new and modernized infrastructure, BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative — a national effort funded by The BlackRock Foundation — will help address urgent labor needs by connecting workers to skilled trades training, supporting them through completion and licensure, and helping participants build long-term financial security. Empowering millions to save and prepare for retirement is core to BlackRock’s mission, and strong career pathways are fundamental to that goal.


As the country sees the need for historic investment in infrastructure, demand for workers in skilled trades such as electricians, HVAC technicians, plumbers, and ironworkers continues to accelerate. Over the next decade, employment in U.S. infrastructure–related skilled trades is projected to grow by more than 5% — outpacing the national average of 3% — representing hundreds of thousands of net new jobs. Matching the pace of demand for these skilled workers is essential to enabling the next phase of economic growth.


“Throughout our history, tradespeople have built our country,” said Larry Fink, Chairman and CEO of BlackRock. “America needs an estimated $10 trillion in infrastructure investment by 2033 to modernize aging systems and build new energy, digital, and AI infrastructure. Capital alone is not enough – people are central to building our nation’s future. By bringing policymakers, corporate leaders and labor champions together, we’re helping ensure this growth delivers shared prosperity and greater economic mobility for more Americans.”


In the first phase, BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative will deploy $100 million in grant capital to nonprofit and workforce development partners across multiple states over the next five years, reaching 50,000 workers. BlackRock will work alongside federal, state, and local governments, labor organizations, companies, and nonprofits to strengthen effective skilled trades programs and deliver these opportunities at scale. The initiative will take a comprehensive approach — supporting pre-apprenticeship access, training completion and licensure — while embedding financial education and digital savings tools to help workers build durable economic security from their first paycheck through retirement. BlackRock will announce additional phases of Future Builders over the next 12 months.


“Building the infrastructure to secure America's continued leadership in AI is creating thousands of high skilled trade jobs. We applaud BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative and their commitment to expand economic opportunity for more Americans,” said Ruth Porat, President and Chief Investment Officer of Alphabet and Google. “Google is proud to have pioneered an electrical worker training program that is creating high paying careers across America. Only through collective investment – each program building and expanding upon the other – can the public and private sectors ensure all Americans have an opportunity to benefit from AI's upside.”


“BlackRock’s Future Builders initiative reflects a clear understanding that meeting America’s infrastructure demands requires both capital and people. This is at the heart of IBEW and NECA’s jointly administered apprenticeship program, which delivers rigorous, safety-driven, skills-based training that creates pathways into the middle class, strengthens workforce capacity to build and sustain the energy, digital, and AI infrastructure powering economic growth, and expands opportunity while supporting long-term financial security for working families,” said Kenneth Cooper, International President of IBEW and David Long, CEO of NECA.


The initiative builds on BlackRock’s broader philanthropic efforts to strengthen financial security for more Americans, including its Emergency Savings Initiative, which has helped people build a total of $2 billion in new liquid savings since 2019. Since 2020, BlackRock’s philanthropic spend, including through The BlackRock Foundation, has totaled $354 million. Grants have supported over 250,000 people across the U.S., UK, and EU through education and workforce training programs, including recent skilled trades programs in Arkansas, Georgia, and Tennessee.


The Future Builders initiative will be a key focus today at BlackRock’s U.S. Infrastructure Summit in Washington D.C. The event convenes elected officials, corporate executives, labor leaders, asset owners, and infrastructure experts to discuss how the U.S. can accelerate the delivery of new and upgraded infrastructure crucial to the country’s long-term economic growth.


About BlackRock

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate


About The BlackRock Foundation

Guided by BlackRock’s purpose to help more and more people experience financial well-being, The BlackRock Foundation (“the Foundation”) funds and partners with organizations that strengthen financial security by helping people earn, save and invest – earlier, more often and for their futures.

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Original: BlackRock Launches $100 Million Philanthropic Initiative to Power the Next Generation of American Workers in Skilled Trades

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The inevitable collapse has begun.

NYSE Content Update: BlackRock Rings Opening Bell to Honor Black History MonthFebruary 13, 2026 9:10 AM
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NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor.NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 
Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on February 13thMarkets are slipping Friday morning following the release of the delayed January CPI Report, with economists anticipating inflation grew by 2.5% year-over-year and 0.3% month-over-month.Tune into NYSE Live as John Foraker, Co-Founder and CEO of Once Upon A Farm (NYSE: OFRM), sat down with Kristen Scholer to discuss the big opportunities the company sees following its IPO last week.Former CFTC Acting Chair and Moonpay Executive Caroline Pham will join NYSE Live to share more on the firm's partnership with Deel to expand stablecoin salary payouts.The NYSE is celebrating Lunar New Year, decorating the façade and trading floor to mark the Year of the Horse.Opening Bell
BlackRock's (NYSE: BLK) Black Professional & Allies Network celebrates U.S. Black History MonthClosing Bell
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Original: NYSE Content Update: BlackRock Rings Opening Bell to Honor Black History Month

BlackRock’s Martin S. Small to Present at the 2026 Bank of America Securities Financial Services Conference on February 10thFebruary 2, 2026 11:00 AM
Business Wire
BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE:BLK) today announced that Martin S. Small, Chief Financial Officer, is scheduled to speak at the 2026 Bank of America Securities Financial Services Conference on February 10th, 2026, beginning at approximately 11:20 a.m. ET. A live webcast will be accessible via the “Investor Relations” section of BlackRock’s website, www.blackrock.com. A replay of the webcast will be available within 24 hours of the presentation and will remain accessible through the Company’s website for three months.


About BlackRock


BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate

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Investor Relations

Caroline Rodda

212-810-3442

caroline.rodda@blackrock.com


Media Relations

Patrick Scanlan

212-810-3622

patrick.scanlan@blackrock.com


 


Original: BlackRock’s Martin S. Small to Present at the 2026 Bank of America Securities Financial Services Conference on February 10th

BlackRock Elects Gregg Lemkau to Board of DirectorsJanuary 27, 2026 9:15 PM
Business Wire
The Board of Directors (“Board”) of BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK) has elected Gregg R. Lemkau, Co-Chief Executive Officer of BDT & MSD Partners, to the BlackRock Board. Mr. Lemkau joins the Board today as an independent director.


Laurence D. Fink, Chairman and CEO of BlackRock, said: “Gregg has positioned himself throughout his career as a trusted advisor and skilled investor with uniquely broad and deep expertise across markets and cycles. Throughout his career, Gregg has served as a long-term partner to entrepreneurs and some of the world’s largest, most complex organizations at their most critical junctures. His extensive financial, investment, and capital markets experience will be invaluable in helping BlackRock and the Board execute on its next phase of growth.”


BlackRock’s approach to board composition emphasizes the importance of deep industry expertise as well as unique perspectives from various sectors to support the firm’s future growth. With Mr. Lemkau’s election, BlackRock’s Board consists of 19 members, including 16 independent directors, with six new independent directors since 2020.


Gregg R. Lemkau


Gregg Lemkau is Co-Chief Executive Officer of BDT & MSD Partners, a merchant bank serving founders, family business owners, and strategic, long-term investors. He is also Chairman of DFO Management, the investment office of Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell and his family, and previously served as Chief Executive Officer of MSD Partners, a predecessor firm of BDT & MSD.


Prior to joining the firm, Gregg was Co-Head of the Investment Banking Division at Goldman Sachs and a member of the firm’s Management Committee. Over his 28-year tenure, he advised clients on transactions totaling more than $1 trillion in aggregate deal value while working in offices across the United States and Europe.


Gregg currently serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees at Dartmouth College, where he earned a B.A. in Government and Economics.


About BlackRock


BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate.

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Investor Relations

Caroline Rodda

212-810-3442

caroline.rodda@blackrock.com
Media Relations

Patrick Scanlan

212-810-3622

patrick.scanlan@blackrock.com




Original: BlackRock Elects Gregg Lemkau to Board of Directors

Major Investors in Beyond Meat (BYND)
Institutional Holders
Vanguard Group Inc. – One of the largest asset managers globally, typically holds significant stakes in mid-cap companies like Beyond Meat.

BlackRock Inc. – Another top institutional investor, known for broad ETF exposure.

State Street Corporation – Often appears among the top three holders due to its index fund positions.

Other Funds – Smaller hedge funds and mutual funds contribute to the remaining institutional ownership.

Key Stats (2026):

Institutional ownership: ~24.9% of shares

Float held by institutions: ~28.1%

Number of institutional buyers (last 12 months): 65

Institutional inflows: $25.6M $BLK $BYND

LMAO! BLK $1,128.14 +$43.08 (+3.97%) right now today.

The pump before the dump. BlackRock's SHOCKING Fire Sale!

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BlackRock Bitcoin ETF Suffers Record Exodus: Crypto Crash Explained!

More new ATH's for BLK on strong report including reaching a record high of $13.5 trillion in assets under management.

$BLK owns shares of $TLRY Tilray medical marijuana https://investorshub.advfn.com/boards/read_msg.aspx?message_id=176656943

BlackRock rocks as they will control the 90% of peoples money flow. Good stock to own..

And the beat goes on.....More and multiple new ATH's for the BLK juggernaut today.

More and multiple new ATH's for the BLK juggernaut today.

Multiple new ATH's here again today.

Multiple new ATH's today again - now above $1,100

BLK bumping up against its All Time High again.

BLK strong buy involved in taxpayer funded along with Big Oil carbon schemes that's making $billions for shareholders .... Now with approvals on both sides of South Dakota - which banned eminent domain for CO2 pipelines in 2024 - Summit is placing immense financial and political pressure on South Dakota’s most conservative lawmakers ahead of the 2026 primaries. But make no mistake, Big Oil’s fingerprints are all over this. Between API’s carbon capture push, BlackRock’s deep pockets, and the EPA’s mandatory ethanol blends, this scheme is the epitome of corporate capture and the uniparty cronyism that MAGA voted to end. It’s a rigged game: taxpayers fund the infrastructure, corporations reap the rewards, and farmers get the shaft.Landowners cry foul, and lawsuits loom, but the fix is already in the ground—literally, with pipeline construction creeping forward.Carbon capture is a Green Trojan horse for Big Oil, and America’s heartland is now the battlefield. While legal challenges and public outrage might yet derail this corporate heist, don’t hold your breath. This swamp runs deep.,..

BLK has recovered strongly from the recent pullback due to the tariff announcements. The ability to acquire more shares under $800 was a gift that may not ever return.

Nothing. I thought you were interested in this ticker and thought I would reply to someone with the post instead of just posting it.

But what does that have to do with the fraud and hoax of "climate change" and the lie/scam that carbon is a poison and pollutant?

BlackRock assets hit record but Fink warns of market anxiety

10:05:06 AM ET, 04/11/2025 - Reuters

By Davide Barbuscia and Pritam Biswas

April 11 (Reuters) - BlackRock's assets increased to a record high value in the first quarter, but the CEO of the world's largest asset manager said anxiety was dominating markets, even if the recent selloff did not pose risks to financial stability.

Assets managed by the New York-based firm increased to $11.58 trillion from $10.47 trillion at the end of the same three-month period a year earlier, and from $11.55 trillion at the end of last year, it said on Friday.

That rise came despite broader weakening in U.S. stocks in the first quarter, as market optimism over U.S. President Donald Trump's return to the White House was followed by economic uncertainty caused by announcements of large U.S. tariffs on trade partners.

"Uncertainty and anxiety about the future of the markets and the economy are dominating each and every client conversation," BlackRock's CEO and Chairman Larry Fink said.

"But we've seen this before, when there are big pivots in the world, big structural changes in the market ... BlackRock stayed in front of our clients and made some of our greatest leaps forward," he said, referring to the global financial crisis and the pandemic.

Fink said in conversations with clients more questions were being asked about reallocations to Europe as U.S. markets experience high volatility and European countries look to boost economic growth through higher government spending.

But he added: "Are we going to see a systematic reallocation into other parts of the world? We have not seen that yet."

The benchmark S&P 500 index fell 4.6% in the first quarter of 2025, its worst start to a year since 2022.

A sharp selloff in U.S. government bonds, sparked by tariff tensions, rattled markets this week, triggering dislocations as hedge funds unwound leveraged bets and investors fretted over potential long-term damage to U.S. financial stability.

Fink said the market weakness was damaging not just for Wall Street but for retirement savings of ordinary people too.

However, he did not see systemic risks. "The markets have proved to be quite successful and work quite well," he said.

BlackRock's net income declined to $1.51 billion, or $9.64 per share, in the three months ended March 31, from $1.57 billion, or $10.48 per share, a year earlier. Adjusted for items such as acquisition-related costs, earnings per share were $11.30, up 15% year on year.

Total expenses in the quarter rose to $3.58 billion from $3.04 billion last year.

BlackRock saw long-term net inflows of $83 billion, up from $76 billion a year ago. A large part of the long-term inflows was captured by fixed income products, at $37.7 billion, down from $41.7 billion a year ago.

Equity product inflows in the first quarter stood at $19.3 billion, up from $18.4 billion a year earlier.

"BlackRock is among the largest providers of bond funds, while also having significant size advantages in equities, alternative assets and cash products," Kyle Sanders, financial services analyst for Edward Jones said in a note.

"This diversity reduces earnings volatility through the course of market cycles," he said.

BlackRock shares were down 1.1% in early trading. The stock has lost over 10% since Trump announced broad tariffs last week.

(Reporting by Pritam Biswas in Bengaluru, Davide Barbuscia in New York; Editing by Devika Syamnath, Kim Coghill, Chizu Nomiyama and Rod Nickel)

Another great quarter in the books for BLK:
BlackRock Q1 Adjusted Earnings, Revenue Increase

08:33 AM EDT, 04/11/2025 (MT Newswires) -- (Updates with recent share movement in the last paragraph.)

BlackRock (BLK) reported Q1 adjusted earnings Friday of $11.30 per diluted share, up from $9.81 a year earlier.

Analysts polled by FactSet expected $10.08.

Total revenue for the quarter ended March 31 was $5.28 billion, up from $4.73 billion a year earlier.
Analysts surveyed by FactSet expected $5.29 billion.

Shares of the company were 3.4% higher in recent Friday premarket activity.

Could not resist loading some BLK under $900 per share today after the huge drop along with everything else in the markets.

BLK down with everything else due to being an asset manager, but its recent acquisition of both ports on each side of the Panama Canal is a huge positive both for Blackrock and for the US.

Penny pumpers and investors
I will take the steady dollar instead of the seldomly dime

New All-time High for BLK today at $1,084.22

"BlackRock saw profits surge 21% and record assets of $11.6 trillion in the fourth quarter of 2024, with stronger equity markets driving the business." Stellar 10q out today.

Ha ha ha.NZAM the climate gnatzies goes bust. These azzhats tried to scam the world by tyranny and lies. There is no such thing as "climate change". It was just one of the biggest fraud's and hoax's in all of humanity for power, $$$ and control over the people IE slavery of humanity. The emperor has no cloths and we know it.

Thx Monk. Will be interesting and should be a very positive report.

BLK 10Q due WEDNESDAY 1/15

BLK shares printing new all-time highs again today, heading upward toward those price targets in the $1,200 per share area.

-BNP Paribas Exane Adjusts BlackRock Price Target to $1,200 From $1,075, Maintains Outperform Rating

12:17:12 PM ET, 12/10/2024 - MT Newswires

Price: 1060.89, Change: +14.51, Percent Change: +1.39

12-month price target is $1,170 in new report and BUY rating out from CFRA (S&P Global)

Blackrock confirms $12 Billion acquisition of HPS Investment Partners, allowing it to expand and grow from being the world's largest Asset Manager, into also being a major player in the red hot and rapidly growing private credit markets and industry.

Morningstar Fair Value on BLK shares: $1,100. CFRA (S&P Global) maintains $1,090 price target and reiterates 4-star BUY rating on BLK shares.