📈 BlackRock’s Assets Under Management Surge to a Record $13.5 Trillion in Q3 2025

Founded in 1988, BlackRock, Inc. has grown into the world’s largest asset manager through mergers, innovation, and adaptability. Its assets under management have expanded from $69 billion in 1995 to $13.5 trillion in Q3 2025—representing an impressive 19% compound annual growth rate (CAGR).

BlackRock’s Key Milestones:

·     1999: Public Listing

BlackRock’s IPO in 1999 provided capital to fuel expansion and diversify its investment offerings, marking a pivotal step in its growth trajectory.

·     2006: Acquisition of Merrill Lynch Investment Managers (MLIM)

The MLIM acquisition nearly doubled BlackRock’s AUM and expanded its global presence, cementing its position as a leading asset management firm.

·     2009: Acquisition of Barclays Global Investors (BGI)

Acquiring BGI, including its iShares ETF platform, strengthened BlackRock’s dominance in the ETF market and enhanced its ability to deliver innovative investment solutions.