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BlackRock’s assets under management reached a record $15 trillion

BlackRock’s client assets reached a record $15.34 trillion in the second quarter, thanks to a stock market rally and significant inflows into exchange-traded funds, according to [Komersant], citing Reuters.

BlackRock’s assets under management rose to $15.34 trillion—up from $12.53 trillion a year earlier; in the first quarter, they stood at $13.89 trillion, the report states.

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The investment firm’s adjusted earnings for April–June were $13.91 per share, exceeding the $12.59 forecast by analysts cited in LSEG data.

BlackRock increased its planned share buyback volume for 2026 to $2 billion from $1.8 billion.

BlackRock shares rose 6% in over-the-counter trading.

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