Market insights

We have reduced our portfolio risk-taking amid a war, an energy shock, the Fed’s monetary policy pivot and China’s slowdown. Read our updated Global outlook.

The view by many is that ESG investing is concessionary. Our history shows that isn’t true and that unique ESG data can be predictors of company results.

Rick Rieder and team describe the elements of a portfolio that can withstand the unique and complex 5 Category financial hurricane that is hitting markets today.

Over two generations, the length of retirement has nearly tripled. BlackRock expert Nick Nefouse examines the impact through a social and financial lens to help inform solutions and ways to afford it.

Investors that are concerned about inflation and rising interest rates should consider bank loan closed-end funds for income.

Market update from BlackRock's municipal bond team.

BlackRock’s market experts discuss a framework for sustainable investing designed to align with the future low-carbon economy.

Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of the Global Allocation team, discusses the case for the cheaper segments of growth stocks.

Rieder- Making Sense of Uncertainty in Markets

Expect higher inflation to be the key market driver for some time. Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager explains how to prepare.

Inflation is likely to fall from peak levels but settle higher than recent memory. Tony DeSpirito looks at stock impacts across growth, value and sectors.

The West is weaning itself off Russian energy: a fresh supply shock in a world shaped by supply. What does it mean for the economy and net-zero? Read our view.

Uncertainty is high and the investment decisions are more complicated as Q2 begins. Tony DeSpirito sees stock selection as key in this environment.

Investing overseas feels more complicated than ever. Active equity investor James Bristow offers his perspective with answers to 4 key questions.

In a recent interview on BlackRock’s The Bid podcast, Anne Ackerley, Head of BlackRock’s Retirement Group, talked about women, saving and how the retirement industry can better serve future generations.

Russ Koesterich, CFA, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager for BlackRock’s Global Allocation Fund explains why and when bond hedging may work. Read more now.

This research seeks to inform the public debate on the local impacts of climate change in California identifying counties most exposed to each type of climate disaster.

The geopolitical crisis in Ukraine creates a stagflationary shock for global economies and fighting inflation just got more complex for global central banks.

Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, suggests the recent sell-off could continue but still offers an opportunity for long-term investors.

When an iceberg comes into view, investors must be wary of the danger, but Rick Rieder and team argue that it’s also important to recall that calmer seas may lie beyond.

BlackRock’s market experts discuss stakeholder capitalism and sustainable investing insights for capturing long-term success.

BlackRock’s Nick Nefouse oversees lifecycle investing solutions across the world. Discover why he thinks retirement is entering a pivotal era along with his view on the top trends shaping retirement in 2022.

Portfolio Manager and Managing Director, Russ Koesterich examines why investors should look to the most boring and basic of equity hedges: cash.

Tech stocks have had a rough start to the year, but stock picker Reid Menge is undeterred: Innovation is thriving, allowing investment in the future now.

Market volatility need not derail your investment plan. Equity pro Tony DeSpirito offers 3 market insights along with 3 portfolio action items to consider.

Portfolio Manager and Managing Director, Russ Koesterich discusses the recent volatility and how the bull market foundation is still intact.

The question is no longer whether the net-zero transition will happen, but how - and what that means for countries and companies alike. Read our latest research.

Rick Rieder and team chart out the road ahead for markets in 2022, taking account of the roadblocks and detours we may face this year.

BlackRock’s market experts reveal why investing in energy transition is more complex than only investing in green companies.

Blackrock Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, Russ Koesterich suggests rather than timing swings between growth and value, aim for the middle.

Without the catalysts that shot stock indices upward in 2021, investors will need to be choosier in 2022. Tony DeSpirito looks in some less obvious places.

Markets got off to a rocky start in 2022. Portfolio manager Michael Fredericks considers what this might mean for investors seeking income as the year progresses.

For the first time in decades, investors need to focus on the impact of higher inflation. Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD, Portfolio Manager discusses how.

It is time to rebalance the lopsided 60/40 portfolio with alternative sources of diversification and return. Learn how long-short strategies improve portfolios.

Rick Rieder and team identify 11 themes that could drive returns in 2022, as the greatest monetary experiment since the advent of fiat currency enters its next phase.

The wage and wealth gap for women is well known, and the retirement savings gap is just as pronounced, especially since it spans across racial and income lines. Understanding the factors that perpetuate this gap could help lead to solutions.

BlackRock managing director and portfolio manager Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD discusses the recent volatility and how to hedge the risk it will continue.

Supply chain issues are contributing to higher prices and delayed deliver times. Two Fundamental Equities stock pickers offer four key investment insights.

The closed-end fund market has been strong in 2021, but some CEFs still trade at potentially attractive discounts

Change brings investment opportunity ― and change is happening fast in the consumer space. Active investor Sophie Steel identifies three trends to watch.

Rick Rieder and team examine the parallels, or lack of them, between the economy, markets and policy of the 1970s and today.

BlackRock Portfolio Manager, Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD discusses his preference for the US dollar over a long Treasury hedge in the current markets.

What is impacting investing? How is it different from ESG? Equity investor Eric Rice answers these questions and more in this one-minute read.

Portfolio manager Michael Fredericks reflects on markets and investing to generate income while managing risk over the last decade.

As the “green” transition plays out, we take a nuanced approach to investing in energy, with opportunities and risks varying over different time horizons.

BlackRock’s systematic investment experts discuss the potential link between hiring more veterans and achieving organizational excellence.

Recent research provides insight into the ways debt unequally burdens workers, and even impacts the ways people think about spending once they retire.

BlackRock portfolio manager Russ Koesterich, CFA discusses the headwinds gold is facing and alternative hedges to consider in current markets.

This Halloween season, Rick Rieder and team shed light on today’s market ghosts, ghouls and goblins and how to build a resilient investment portfolio around them.

BlackRock portfolio manager Russ Koesterich, CFA discusses why earnings trumped rates as the catalyst for September’s poor equity performance. Read more now.