INVESTMENT CAPABILITIES

Multi-asset strategies and solutions for the long term

Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions (MASS) draws on the toolkit of BlackRock's index, factor, and alpha-seeking investment capabilities to deliver cutting-edge insights and precise investment management. We meet the needs of wealth and institutional clients across the globe, including the UK and broader Europe, for active asset allocation strategies and whole portfolio solutions through separate accounts, model portfolios, and more.

Capital at risk. All financial investments involve an element of risk. Therefore, the value of the investment and the income from it will vary and the initial investment amount cannot be guaranteed.

Risk: Diversification and asset allocation may not fully protect you from market risk.

FOR CUSTOMISED PORTFOLIOS

Harnessing Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions

We help clients create customised portfolios to meet their end goals. Clients access the breadth of BlackRock’s platform, including our index, factor, alpha-seeking, and open-architecture capabilities.

With the hunt for income and returns more challenging than ever, investors need a broad range of opportunities. We help our clients meet their needs in the context of the whole portfolio.
Sustainability-related data is integrated into Aladdin, our internal risk management system, which BlackRock investors use to make investment decisions and monitor portfolios.*
We access a full range of portfolio building blocks including index, factor, and alpha-seeking strategies.
We build relationships that go beyond an investment product by sharing tools and insights.

*While proprietary technology platforms may help manage risk, risk cannot be eliminated.

What are the outcomes multi-asset strategies can help you achieve?

Multi-asset investment strategies can help you achieve specific investment outcomes, whether that be:
Risk targeting
Aiming to achieve long-term capital appreciation with lower levels of volatility than in the stock market.
Generating income
Designing portfolios to attain cash flow in a risk-aware and diversified manner.
Achieving absolute return
Targeting consistent returns across market cycles with low correlation to traditional stocks and bonds.
Investing across a lifecycle
Seeking consistent performance across multiple time horizons.
Factoring sustainability
Taking into account sustainability factors that may impact the financial performance of portfolios.
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Client Objective

The client has a Defined Contribution (DC) distribution platform for investment and client servicing of DC schemes. They sought a cost-effective, differentiated default DC offering from a specialist provider who could evolve the proposition over time (for example by incorporating sustainability components).

BlackRock Solution

BlackRock developed a bespoke default DC solution comprised of four risk-managed multi-asset portfolios based on a proprietary glidepath. This has been implemented via tax-efficient index building blocks with strong ESG credentials. This solution is highly scalable and has been refined and evolved over time.

Case studies are for illustrative purposes only; they are not meant as a guarantee of any future results or experience, and should not be interpreted as advice or a recommendation.

The Environmental, social, and governance (ESG ) considerations discussed or incorporated herein may affect an investment team’s decision to invest in certain companies or industries from time to time. Results may differ from portfolios that do not apply similar ESG considerations to their investment process. Note: ESG considerations are evaluated alongside a number of other considerations, and/or would not be the sole considerations or factors when making investment decisions. There is no guarantee that any investment strategy, ESG or other strategy will be profitable.

BlackRock as of September 25, 2023.

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Client Objective

As the client’s DB scheme matured, their objective was to maintain strong performance and stability, while reducing key-person risk and streamlining governance requirements.

BlackRock Solution

BlackRock developed a bespoke solution for the client, which focused on desired outcomes for the scheme members:

  • Strengthened risk oversight at an important stage for the scheme.
  • Open architecture investment approach maintained.
  • Maintain portfolio efficiency with a lower-risk portfolio through economies of scale, reducing fees, and provision of an appropriate alternative assets solution.
  • More robust governance supported by BlackRock’s expert specialist teams, including evolved ESG policy integration.

Case studies are for illustrative purposes only; they are not meant as a guarantee of any future results or experience, and should not be interpreted as advice or a recommendation.

The Environmental, social, and governance (ESG ) considerations discussed or incorporated herein may affect an investment team’s decision to invest in certain companies or industries from time to time. Results may differ from portfolios that do not apply similar ESG considerations to their investment process. Note: ESG considerations are evaluated alongside a number of other considerations, and/or would not be the sole considerations or factors when making investment decisions. There is no guarantee that any investment strategy, ESG or other strategy will be profitable.

BlackRock as of September 25, 2023.

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Client Objective

The client’s primary objectives were twofold: they wished both to evolve their default allocation and to simplify how outcomes were presented to scheme members.

BlackRock Solution

Working closely with the client, platform and the consultant, BlackRock developed a glidepath, launched locally domiciled alternative investment funds, and delivered a structured solution for the client. Diversified custom DC portfolios are blended to provide target date funds all the necessary sophistication under the hood while simplifying its presentation to the scheme members.

As the scheme continues to grow, BlackRock continues its close relationship with the client to evolve the asset allocation over time.

Case studies are for illustrative purposes only; they are not meant as a guarantee of any future results or experience, and should not be interpreted as advice or a recommendation.

The Environmental, social, and governance (ESG ) considerations discussed or incorporated herein may affect an investment team’s decision to invest in certain companies or industries from time to time. Results may differ from portfolios that do not apply similar ESG considerations to their investment process. Note: ESG considerations are evaluated alongside a number of other considerations, and/or would not be the sole considerations or factors when making investment decisions. There is no guarantee that any investment strategy, ESG or other strategy will be profitable.

BlackRock as of September 25, 2023.

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Client Objective

The client chose BlackRock to redesign their investment program to better align with their objectives and spending policies.

BlackRock Solution

BlackRock designed a new strategic asset allocation based on the client’s goals, our own capital market assumptions and an optimal mix of private market assets. This included developing custom hedge-fund and private-equity programs bespoke to the client. These programs provide the client with efficient manager access, preferential terms, and broadly diversified investment exposure.

This strategic partnership continues, with BlackRock advising the endowment’s internal investment team, supporting them in relationships with third-party managers and offering both economies and opportunities of scale.

Case studies are for illustrative purposes only; they are not meant as a guarantee of any future results or experience, and should not be interpreted as advice or a recommendation.

The Environmental, social, and governance (ESG ) considerations discussed or incorporated herein may affect an investment team’s decision to invest in certain companies or industries from time to time. Results may differ from portfolios that do not apply similar ESG considerations to their investment process. Note: ESG considerations are evaluated alongside a number of other considerations, and/or would not be the sole considerations or factors when making investment decisions. There is no guarantee that any investment strategy, ESG or other strategy will be profitable.

BlackRock as of September 25, 2023.

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We take our responsibilities as a manager of pension scheme assets very seriously and seek to demonstrate that in everything we do. Our 30+ years of experience as a fiduciary and a risk manager make us well-positioned to manage the total investment and governance needs of clients who require fiduciary management.
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Meet our multi-asset leadership team

Ryan Marshall
Co-Head of BlackRock's Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions Group
Pierre Sarrau
Co-Head and Chief Investment Officer of BlackRock's Multi-Asset Strategies & Solutions Group

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