Asset Allocation
BlackRock to Exclude Gun Makers, Sellers in New Funds
The firm also said it would engage directly with gun makers and retailers.
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Manager Selection
CalSTRS’ Ailman Gives BlackRock’s Fink an “Ovation”
Larry Fink’s letter to business leaders calls for higher ESG standards and better board communication.
Asset Allocation
UK Pension Industry Executes Rapid-Fire Stock Sale
De-risking measures prep for possible market shock.
World’s Largest Fund Managers’ Assets Top $80 Trillion
Total AUM for the 500 biggest managers rose 5.8% in 2016.
BlackRock Testing Private Aladdin-based Blockchain with Custodians
Aladdin-powered technology and risk management revenue increase 15% year-over-year, Q3 results report.
BlackRock: UK Unprepared for Retirement
Report finds that four in 10 Britons are not saving for retirement.
European Pensions to Boost Asset Manager Lineup
70% of European pensions are considering hiring BlackRock.
CalPERS to Outsource Private Equity Assets to BlackRock
Discussions in preliminary stage, source says.
BlackRock’s Global Renewable Power Fund II Closes with $1.6 Billion
The fund exceeds its initial $1 billion target, demonstrating investor interest in renewables.
Corporate Moves
BlackRock to Head ASU Foundation Endowment
The asset management Goliath is making inroads in endowments and foundations.