Blackrock Stock Price, News & Analysis

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has announced the launch of a new AI-powered feature called "Auto Commentary" within its Aladdin Wealth™ platform. This innovative tool transforms complex portfolio analytics and client investment preferences into concise insights, helping financial advisors deliver more personalized client service.

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management will be the first to implement this GenAI capability within their Portfolio Risk Platform starting in October. The Auto Commentary feature combines Aladdin Wealth platform's analytics, firm's CIO market outlook, and client portfolio data to generate relevant narratives, enabling advisors to focus more on client relationships.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has announced the planned termination of the iShares iBonds Dec 2025 Term Muni Bond ETF (IBMN). The ETF will cease trading on December 1, 2025, with final NAV calculation on the same date and liquidation scheduled for December 4, 2025.

The termination follows the ETF's designed purpose, as iBonds ETFs are structured to mature like individual bonds. Prior to the final distribution, the fund's holdings will transition to short-term instruments and cash. Shareholders will receive liquidation proceeds around December 4, 2025, subject to their brokerage's processes.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has expanded its Outcome ETF suite with the launch of four new iShares Large Cap 10% Target Buffer ETFs. The first ETF, STEN, began trading on October 1, 2025, with the remaining funds to be listed throughout October. The ETFs aim to track the iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) while providing 10% downside protection over 12-month periods.

Additionally, BlackRock introduced its first Laddered Buffer ETFs through enhancements to existing products, creating IVVM and IVVB. These ETFs utilize staggered options contracts to provide more consistent performance. BlackRock projects the Outcome ETF category to grow from $250 billion to $650 billion by 2030. All new ETFs feature a competitive 0.50% expense ratio.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has announced it will release its third quarter 2025 earnings before market open on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The company will host an earnings conference call at 7:30 a.m. ET featuring CEO Laurence D. Fink, President Robert S. Kapito, and CFO Martin S. Small.

Investors and analysts can access the teleconference by dialing (786) 460-7166 from the U.S. or (877) 502-9276 internationally, using Conference ID 9613205. A live webcast will be available through BlackRock's investor relations website, with a replay accessible by 10:30 a.m. ET the same day.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) released its 10th annual Read on Retirement® report, revealing a significant confidence gap in retirement readiness. While 64% of workplace savers feel on track with retirement savings (up 23% over the decade), only 38% of employers believe the majority of their employees are prepared—a record low.

The study highlights concerning trends: retirement savings rates dropped to 10% in 2025 from 12% in 2022, and only 27% of current retirees feel financially prepared, down from 43% in 2020. The report also reveals demographic disparities, with Gen X showing the lowest confidence at 54% and a persistent gender gap where 84% of men versus 73% of women feel secure about their savings.

In response, BlackRock's LifePath Paycheck® has gained significant traction, accumulating $24 billion in assets since its April 2024 launch, becoming the fastest-growing lifetime income target-date strategy in the defined contribution market.

BlackRock (NYSE: BLK) has completed its acquisition of ElmTree Funds, a leader in the commercial net-lease sector. The acquisition will enhance BlackRock's Private Financing Solutions (PFS) platform by expanding its investment solutions capabilities, particularly in providing long-dated contractual income opportunities for clients.

The integration brings ElmTree's expertise in commercial net-lease sector under BlackRock's PFS platform, with James Koman continuing to lead ElmTree investment strategies. The deal was supported by multiple advisory firms, with Goldman Sachs, Berkshire Global Advisors as financial advisors, and several law firms including Skadden Arps and Kirkland & Ellis providing legal counsel.

BlackRock's (NYSE:BLK) Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP) has announced a strategic agreement to acquire a 49.99% stake in Eni CCUS Holding, a global leader in carbon capture, utilization, and storage technology. The partnership encompasses key projects including Liverpool Bay and Bacton in the UK, L10 in the Netherlands, with an option to participate in Italy's Ravenna CCS project.

The collaboration aims to accelerate the development of CCUS infrastructure across multiple geographies, focusing on decarbonizing hard-to-abate industrial sectors. The partnership leverages GIP's infrastructure expertise and Eni's technical capabilities to advance large-scale decarbonization solutions. The deal aligns with the estimated $100 trillion investment opportunity in clean energy transition infrastructure.

BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) has announced the planned termination of the iShares iBonds Oct 2025 Term TIPS ETF (IBIB). The ETF will cease trading on October 15, 2025, with final NAV calculation on the same date and liquidation scheduled for October 20, 2025.

The termination follows the ETF's designed purpose, as iBonds ETFs are structured to mature like individual bonds during specific windows. As the fund approaches its final distribution date, its holdings will transition to short-term instruments and cash, with shareholders receiving liquidation proceeds around the specified liquidation date.

KBRA has assigned a BBB rating with a Stable outlook to HPS Corporate Capital Solutions Fund's (HCAP) senior unsecured notes, consisting of $150 million at 5.860% due 2028 and $200 million at 6.200% due 2030. HCAP, a Business Development Company (BDC), is managed by HPS Investment Partners, which was recently acquired by BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) in July 2025.

As of Q1 2025, HCAP maintains a $1.3 billion investment portfolio across 131 companies, with 91% in senior secured first lien loans. The company operates with a conservative leverage of 0.65x, below its target range of 0.75x to 1.0x. The fund benefits from HPS's extensive experience, with $157 billion in AUM and 780+ employees across 14 global offices.

The rating reflects HCAP's strong ties to HPS, diversified portfolio, and conservative leverage, balanced against its limited operating history and economic uncertainties.