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2026 MIDYEAR GLOBAL OUTLOOK

Scarcity vs. abundance

Could AI accelerate innovation and lift economic growth, ushering the world into a new era of abundance? Or will scarcity in power, labor, capital and materials dominate? Our 2026 Midyear Global Outlook looks at the big calls investors can’t avoid — and how the possibility of multiple, very different economic outcomes demand a portfolio rethink.

Equity Market Outlook

Equity markets have seen reversals and rotations to start the year. Despite strong earnings globally, concerns over AI disruption and geopolitical events are powerful forces. Our alpha-seeking equity investors assess the backdrop and offer their views in their Q2 market outlook.
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The Middle East is an important market for BlackRock, both in terms of the investment opportunity for our clients, and for the continued growth of our international business.

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About BlackRock in Saudi Arabia

Bringing financial well-being to the most important economies of all. At BlackRock, it’s always been about helping more and more people.
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Market insights and trends

Our global team of investment experts work around the clock to generate proprietary research and insights on the global economy, markets, geopolitics, and long-term asset allocation – all to help you navigate the financial markets.
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TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE?

How to protect yourself from financial fraud

In recent months, some people have received emails, phone calls or messages from individuals posing as BlackRock representatives. In all these cases, they were attempts at fraud. BlackRock will never contact you directly, retail investors should contact their authorized Financial Advisor for further information regarding BlackRock investment funds.