About BlackRock

We’re a global asset manager and technology provider dedicated to helping more and more people experience financial well-being. We help millions of people invest to build savings that serve them throughout their lives. (1)

We’re here to help more people invest better

More choice

As a fiduciary, we start with our clients' needs and look to offer them more quality² choices for how and where to invest their money.³

Easier access

We access the world’s financial markets by offering our clients simple and low-cost investment solutions.⁴

Comprehensive platform

Our technology combined with our global expertise⁵can help clients navigate investment risks and opportunities in an ever-changing world.⁶

Who founded BlackRock?

BlackRock began in 1988 with eight people in a single room who shared a determination to put clients’ needs and interests first. Our founders believed they could manage assets in a way that was better for their clients by utilizing their passion for understanding and managing risk. This is the way the firm continues to be managed today.

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Our approach to long-term success

Corporate sustainability

Our ability to continue delivering value to our shareholders, employees, communities and clients depends on the long-term sustainability of our company. We constantly reinvest in our business and in our employees to ensure future growth.

Investment stewardship

Another vital aspect of long-term success is how we engage with other business leaders on topics like board performance and corporate strategy – things that have a real impact on the financial performance of the companies our clients are invested in.

Philanthropy and community involvement

From working with partner companies to bring economic opportunity to more people, to equipping our employees to be agents of social change within their own communities, see how we take our corporate social responsibility seriously.

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Who is BlackRock?

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21,000+ people of different backgrounds, races, and nationalities⁷

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100+ languages addressing the needs of a multilingual client base⁸

locations enabling us to help more and more people⁹

Where is BlackRock?

BlackRock is worldwide. We leverage the advantages of both global scale and local expertise with 100+ offices in over 38 different locations. Click on the map to learn more about BlackRock or iShares in a specific region.

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We deliver investment products, technology, and tools – helping millions meet immediate spending needs, build wealth, and retire securely.

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BlackRock

As a global investment manager and fiduciary to our clients, our purpose at BlackRock is to help everyone experience financial well-being. Since 1999, we've been a leading provider of financial technology, and our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals.