Newsmakers
Larry Fink Calls for ‘Democratization of Investing’
The BlackRock chief, in his annual letter, wrote that he wants more people to become investors and more investors to access the private markets.
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Pensions
Dutch Pension Fund Seeks Divestment from BlackRock
PME Pensioenfonds is considering the future of the 5 billion euros it has with the asset manager after it left the Net-Zero Asset Managers Initiative.
Asset Management Culture
Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative Pauses Activities Following BlackRock Exit
The NZAM suspended activities and removed an online signatory list while reviewing how the organization fits into a ‘new global context.’
Corporate Moves
BlackRock Exits Net Zero Asset Managers Initiative
The $11.5 trillion asset manager leaves amidst an ongoing pushback against ESG investing.
Manager Selection
Indiana Fund Narrows Finalists to Replace BlackRock
Under state law, the pension fund is required to replace service providers if they are determined to have made ESG commitments.
Asset Allocation
BlackRock Identifies 1% to 2% as Optimal Bitcoin Allocation
Institutional adoption of the digital asset can dampen its volatility, according to a paper from the asset manager.
Corporate Moves
BlackRock More Than Doubles Private Credit Business With HPS Investment Partners Acquisition
The deal to purchase the private credit manager for $12 billion will see BlackRock’s credit assets grow by $148 billion.
Republican AGs File Suit Against Asset Managers Alleging Coal Repression Scheme
11 states filed a complaint against BlackRock, State Street and Vanguard for undermining publicly traded coal companies.
Market Moves
Stocks Surge on Trump Re-Election
GOP victories in the White House and the Senate open the door for tax cuts, deregulation and harsher trade policies.
Newsmakers
Larry Fink: Supercharge Economy Through Infrastructure, AI Investing
Speaking at SIFMA’s annual meeting, the BlackRock head suggested utilizing capital markets to grow the economy above the trend line.
Pensions
Shell to Outsource $30B Pension to BlackRock
The OCIO transaction will cover 30,000 members of Stichting Shell Pensioenfonds.
Asset Allocation
Data Centers, Student and Senior Housing Will Be Hot Areas, Says Investment Chief
Both the need to build infrastructure and demographic changes will drive real asset ‘tailwinds,’ says Harrison Street’s Merrill.
Alternatives
BlackRock to Acquire Alternatives Data Provider Preqin
The $3.2 billion deal is expected to close before the end of the year.
Research
How the Fed’s Balance Sheet Reduction Could Thwart Easing of Policy Rate
Lowering its stash of long-dated bonds would have an impact on long-term yields, BlackRock finds.
Asset Allocation
Institutional Investors Reaffirm Support for Climate Action 100+ Following Departures
Despite the exit of some major firms, asset managers representing $4.6 trillion say they remain committed to the initiative.