BlackRock Inc.

BlackRock Inc. is a global investment management company and one of the largest asset managers in the world. Founded in 1988 and headquartered in New York, the firm specializes in a diverse range of investment products and services, including funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and tailored institutional solutions. BlackRock's primary role is to manage assets on behalf of clients such as pension funds, governments, corporations, financial institutions, and individual investors. As of mid-2025, it oversees more than $12 trillion in assets under management, reflecting its significant influence across equity, fixed income, multi-asset, alternatives, and money market strategies. A notable feature of BlackRock is its leadership in passive investment strategies, particularly through its iShares ETF family, which commands a leading market share globally. The company serves a broad, geographically diverse client base in over 100 countries, with a substantial portion of its assets managed for institutional investors. Within the financial market, BlackRock Inc. plays a pivotal role in shaping investment trends, risk management, and capital allocation across global markets.