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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.