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Weekly market commentary
Jan 29, 2024 | By BlackRock Investment InstituteWe think stock momentum can run for now as inflation cools and the Federal Reserve readies to cut rates. We go overweight U.S. stocks overall. Read more. -
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Grabbing the wheel: putting money to work
Dec 4, 2023 | By BlackRock Investment InstituteWe believe the volatile economic regime requires a more dynamic approach to investing to have greater rewards. Learn more about our big investment calls for 2024. -
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Investing in robotics: why now could be the right time
Jan 25, 2023 | By Jeff SpiegelIn this article we explore why investors seeking exposure to robotics may want to consider ETFs that target the robotics value chain. -
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3 common mistakes investors make — and how to avoid them
Nov 7, 2022 | By Daniel Prince, CFAIn the current market environment, it’s more important than ever to double down on your investment strategy. Here we outline three mistakes to take heed of. -
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Bonds are ready for this volatile market moment
Sep 22, 2022 | By Gargi Pal ChaudhuriIn the U.S., recession risks are rising, and stagflation may be poised for a comeback. However, short-dated bonds could help – Gargi Pai Chaudhuri explains why. -
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Demystifying minimum volatility
Sep 22, 2022 | By Lukas SmartLukas Smart, Head of U.S. iShares Sustainable and Factor Strategies, explains the strategic role that minimum volatility strategies can have in a portfolio. -
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Investing in 3 inflation-fighting themes
Aug 17, 2022 | By Jay JacobsInflation is currently at levels not seen in 40 years. Jay Jacobs, U.S. Head of Thematics and Active Equity ETFs discusses how moderation will be a long process. -
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Infrastructure shines amid inflation and supportive policies
Aug 6, 2022 | By Jeff SpiegelJeff Spiegel, our Head of U.S. iShares Megatrend and International ETFs explores how infrastructure stocks are performing amid an inflationary environment. -
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Why should investors stay invested during market volatility?
Jul 6, 2022 | By Daniel Prince, CFAInflation is top-of-mind these days. We look at why it’s so important to stay focused on longer-term investing goals when facing market volatility. -
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OUR NEXT 100M INVESTORS
May 12, 2022 | By BlackRockOur iShares annual report shows how millennials will be a driving force in creating another 100 million iShares ETF and index investors in the next five years. -
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The role of Chinese assets in portfolios
Jun 10, 2021 | By BlackRockStrategic rivalry between the U.S. and China is creating a bipolar world, but investors need exposure to both spheres of growth to meet their long-term goals. -
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Tools and interactive charts
Sep 28, 2018 | By BlackRockExplore our tools and interactive charts to help you and your clients make better investment decisions. -
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Investing and monitoring
Read the third module of the portfolio construction course, which details how investing and monitoring help financial professionals build better portfolios. -
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Sustainable investing: resilience amid uncertainty
BlackRock discusses how sustainable strategies, amid a recent market downturn, have demonstrated their resilience. Learn more here. -
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Understanding portfolio construction
Explore the first module of the portfolio construction course, which details the basics and how to enhance the investment process. Start learning now. -
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FIXED INCOME INDEXING IS BACK
Fixed income ETFs have long been an important staple in investor portfolios, offering the potential for steady income and relatively low volatility. -
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EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS COURSE
Start the ETF course, covering what ETFs are, how they compare to other investments, the advantages and risks and how to implement them into a portfolio. -
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Sustainability as BlackRock’s New Standard for Investing
Sustainability will drive the way we manage risk, construct portfolios, design products, and engage with companies. Read our Global Executive Committee letter. -
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Innovative climate solutions
Read about the BlackRock Foundation’s $100m commitment to help spur innovation and accelerate decarbonization solutions that will help society prosper. -
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Grabbing the wheel: putting money to work
BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of investment management. Find out more information here. -
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EXPLAINING ETFs
Explore the first module of the ETF course, which defines what ETFs are, details the advantages and explains the risks and how to combat them. -
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THIS SEASON, IN STYLE
Find more information about style investing how to access the US equity market with precision with iShares Russell 1000 Growth & Value UCITS ETFs. Learn more. -
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Meet our team
Learn about BlackRock’s global and regional leadership teams, and the local team dedicated to the Latin America region. Explore the team’s biographies. -
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Mega forces: An investment opportunity
Investing in Megatrends, Thematic Investing and investing in sectors is a way to access structural trends changing the world through equities. -
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Larry Fink's 2021 letter to CEOs
In his annual letter to CEOs, BlackRock’s Larry Fink discusses how the events of 2020 are helping to accelerate an economic transformation. -
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Pursue investment outcomes with factors
Factor investing is targeted drivers of risk and return in your portfolio. Learn what the factors are and how their use is being revolutionized by technology. -
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Alternative investments 101
Explore Module 1: Alternative Investments 101 to begin your journey on alternative solutions -
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WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
iShares relentlessly pursues better ways to invest and empowers investors to control their financial futures. Learn about our mission, history and leadership. -
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Profit & Purpose
In his annual letter on corporate governance, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink explores how companies can achieve long-term financial returns -
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BlackRock in Latin America
BlackRock is a global investment manager, dedicated to your long-term, financial well-being. Learn more about BlackRock in Latin America. -
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BUILD A STRONG CORE WITH iSHARES ETFs
iShares Core ETFs are a low-cost, efficient way to build the core of a portfolio. Learn how to access diversified exposures and facilitate asset allocation. -
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A Fundamental Reshaping of Finance
In his annual letter to CEOs, BlackRock's Larry Fink discusses the fundamental reshaping of finance and how climate change is a significant focal point. -
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THEMES IN FOCUS
Learn how iShares Megatrend ETFs can help your clients invest in cutting-edge innovations making headlines today and transforming our future. -
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From ambition to action - the path to net zero
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Alternatives investments course
Take our 5 step Alternative investments course to become an alternatives guru and learn about the basics of alternative investing -
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Benchmarking and budgeting
Read the second module of the portfolio construction course, which details how benchmarking and budgeting help financial professionals build better portfolios. -
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Alternative asset classes: hedge funds, private equity, private credit
Explore Module 2: Learn about what each alternative asset class entails across hedge funds, private equity and private credit -
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ETF PRE-TRADE
Finding it difficult to understand the Yield curve? Our Strategic expert Chris Dhanraj shares his views to bridge the knowledge gap to help the investors. -
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Scale your practice with BlackRock Model Portfolios
BlackRock models built with iShares UCITS ETFs for offshore investors provide investment solutions across different risk preferences. Learn more. -
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Rethinking risk
Read the fourth module of the portfolio construction course, which dives into what risk really means, the different types of risk, and how to measure it. -
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT ETF
Explore the third module of the ETFs course to explore the key considerations before investing in an ETF and learn about the buying/selling process. -
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Net zero: a fiduciary approach
The global transition to a net zero economy is accelerating, with dramatic implications for investors. Learn how we’re helping clients navigate this transformation. -
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Portfolio construction
Start the portfolio construction course, covering best practices on having an established process, the impact of risk and the benefits of diversification. -
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LEVEL UP WITH ETFs
iShares ETFs do more than you think and have proven their liquidity during 2020’s tumult. Get a new perspective on ETFs today -
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Global Credit
BlackRock’s global credit platform investors a one-stop shop to optimize credit allocations and provides credit solutions across risk, liquidity and geographies. -
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Family Offices
BlackRock helps family offices achieve their objectives across a full range of solutions; market expertise, leading investment, and technology solutions. -
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Sustainable investing
Sustainable investing is about investing in progress and pioneering better ways of doing business. Take a sustainable approach to pursuing your goals. -
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Investment stewardship
As an independent, fiduciary asset manager, we’re committed to acting at all times in the long-term best interests of our fund investors. Read more. -
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Sustainability and alternative investing
Explore module 4: learn about the intersection between sustainability and alternative investing -
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DON’T ALWAYS BET ON THE HOME TEAM
International investing is an investment strategy that involves selecting global investment instruments as part of an investment portfolio. It is essential for a well-diversified portfolio, and iShares ETFs offer a world of opportunity.
Take the complexity out of investing
BlackRock is a global asset manager, focused on helping more and more people experience financial well-being. That starts with education. Through this platform, investors can take charge of their financial futures.
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Launch the portfolio construction course
Properly building an investment portfolio can be a true differentiator for financial professionals among their clients. Learn the fundamentals of portfolio construction to get started.
LAUNCH THE ETFs COURSE
Explore the ins and outs of exchange-traded funds (ETFs), from the different types, advantages and risks to considering varying investment options.
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