BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) posted solid Q2 results, with a modest beat on revenue and a sizable EPS outperformance. Net inflows remained strong at over $100 billion, though they were partially offset by a $52 billion redemption from a single institutional APAC client, which impacted the headline figure. As expected, no formal forward guidance was provided, but management did share high-level expectations around the financial contribution of the HPS acquisition.
The firm continues to surpass its 5% organic growth target, underscoring strong execution and sustained client demand. BlackRock is actively expanding its private market presence, most recently through the acquisition of ElmTree Funds. Additionally, ongoing investments in digital assets and the Global Infrastructure Partners platform position the firm well for long-term growth across multiple alternative asset classes.
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