Multi-asset

Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions (MASS)

MASS draws on the toolkit of BlackRock's index, factor and alpha-seeking capabilities to deliver cutting-edge insights and target precise investment outcomes. The group meets client demand for active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions through funds, separate accounts, model portfolios and more.

Why BlackRock for multi-asset solutions?

We utilize the full breadth and depth of BlackRock’s global investment platform, leveraging expertise across asset classes and geographies to help clients achieve their investment goals. Clients are turning to BlackRock’s Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions (MASS) group for:

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Comprehensive portfolio approach
We leverage a full range of building blocks to help our clients meet their needs in the context of the whole portfolio.
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Diverse range of investment solutions
The breadth of our platform provides clients access to our best ideas across active, index, alternatives and more.
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Risk management and technology
Using Aladdin® technology, we are able to make more informed investment decisions and monitor portfolios in real-time through an outcome-first lens.
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Solutions to navigate retirement
We help institutions deliver scalable retirement solutions, such as our industry-leading LifePath® franchise.

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Our investment platform

MASS investment platform
Outsourcing

Delegated investment management of all or a portion of a client’s portfolio

Alternatives

Investment access through both BlackRock-managed strategies and external managers

Tactical asset allocation

Strategies that capitalize on the divergence across global economies and seek to deliver alpha over the long-term

Retirement

All-in-one target date solutions blending index, factor, and alpha funds

Our multi-asset solutions

Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO)

Our OCIO business sits at the heart of our firm’s mission to help more people experience financial well-being. Clients come to us to help them deliver better investment outcomes and serve the communities and beneficiaries they represent.

Global Tactical Asset Allocation (GTAA)

Our GTAA team has a 15-year track record of managing diversified tactical portfolios. Through a top-down, global macro approach, the team seeks to deliver uncorrelated alpha for institutions around the world.

Multi-Alternatives

The Multi-Alternatives team (“Multi-Alts”) designs and manages diversified portfolios across liquid and illiquid alternatives by leveraging BlackRock's investment and technology capabilities, plus access to deal flow and external managers.

LifePath®

In the 30 years since BlackRock pioneered the first target date strategy, our goal has remained the same: helping plan sponsors guide their participants successfully into retirement. Through a range of solutions, LifePath® helps balance the financial needs of today while saving for tomorrow.

Leadership

Ryan Marshall
Co-Head of Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions
Pierre Sarrau, CFA
Co-Head and Chief Investment Officer of Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions

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