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Cash remains attractive amid a potential shift in rates. Money market funds will typically position their duration a little longer heading into a rate cut environment and will tend to outperform alternatives for overnight liquidity as a result.

An introduction to tokenised ICS, exploring the role of tokenisation in providing digital access to money market funds.

A money market fund (MMF) is a type of mutual fund that invests in cash, cash equivalents and short-term debt securities. Think of MMFs as a cash management investment solution intended to offer portfolio diversification1, liquidity and operational ease.

After a sustained period of rising interest rates, we've reached a juncture where rates are at their peak, often referred to as “Terminal Rates.” This, combined with events in the first quarter of 2023, further reinforces the value of diversification in cash investing.

Our liquidity strategies are specifically designed to meet the cash management needs of institutional investors. They satisfy the most conservative investment policies by consistently focusing on high-quality investments and providing same-day liquidity with competitive yields.

Liquidity fees and gates (“fees and gates”) remain mechanisms that may be incorporated to help ensure fair treatment towards all money market fund (“MMF”) investors in times of uncertainty.

This document provides information about the way in which assets of funds in Institutional Cash Series plc (the “Company”) are held.

Introduction to money market funds and ultra-short duration solutions.

Navigate the money market fund landscape with confidence. Explore the key fund classifications and understand how different structures can help support a range of liquidity, risk and investment objectives.

Seeking to optimize your cash portfolio with a tailored solution.

Gain insight into BlackRock’s rigorous credit research process and how our dedicated analysts assess and monitor issuers to help preserve liquidity, manage risk, and support stable cash investment outcomes.

Liquidity fees and gates remain mechanisms that may be incorporated to help ensure fair treatment towards all money market fund investors in times of uncertainty.

Understand how Low Volatility Net Asset Value (LVNAV) funds are designed to provide liquidity, capital preservation, and operational simplicity for short-term cash investors.

Reverse repurchase agreements serve as a cornerstone for liquidity management and portfolio structuring in many money market funds.

An overview of European money market fund reform, highlighting key regulatory developments and their potential implications for the MMF industry.