From Yahoo Finance: 2025-04-11 17:45:00

BlackRock Inc. (BLK) reported strong ETF flows in Q1 2025, attracting $107 billion in net inflows, marking its best-ever first-quarter performance for the iShares lineup. CEO Larry Fink highlighted the firm’s 6% organic base fee growth and strong client connectivity, despite economic headwinds.

Despite CEO Fink’s cautious outlook on a potential recession, BlackRock’s Q1 results showed momentum, with total revenues up 12% year over year to $5.3 billion. Adjusted operating income rose 14% to $2 billion, with adjusted earnings per share at $11.30, a 15% increase from the previous year.

Core equity ETFs led inflows with $46 billion, followed by strategic ETFs at $35 billion. Digital asset ETFs brought in $3 billion, and active ETFs added $9 billion. Total assets under management reached $11.6 trillion, with ETF assets at $4.3 trillion, representing 37% of total managed assets.

BlackRock’s results reflect the ongoing popularity of ETFs, with ETF revenue growing to $1.8 billion in Q1 2025. The firm’s strategic positioning and diverse investment offerings have continued to attract capital across market cycles, emphasizing the significance of ETFs as essential investment tools.

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