BlackRock, Inc.

- GIP V fund closed above its $25 billion target and is majority committed through recent deals (TCR, AES, Aligned). - HPS's flagship nontraded BDC had approximately $150 million of subscriptions in April. - BlackRock is launching new real asset and net lease strategies in Europe (registration statements available). - HLEND E launched in Europe; new GIP core infrastructure fund planned for Europe in 2026. - Aperio and SpiderRock platforms continue strong growth with record net inflows ($13 billion and $1 billion in the quarter, respectively). - LifePath target date franchise saw $15 billion of net inflows in the quarter, supporting fundraising momentum. - Institutional client demand for private credit is growing, with multibillion-dollar rotation and pipeline from insurance clients. - Future product launch includes LifePath with private markets allocations in response to potential regulatory changes.

- BlackRock is actively building out its offices in nearly every country in the Middle East, signaling ongoing investment in regional expansion despite current geopolitical tensions (Page 10). - There is a focus on launching new private wealth products, including the H Series vehicles such as H Real and net lease strategies, with registration statements already filed in 2026 (Page 9). - BlackRock plans to introduce a LifePath target date fund including private market allocations in response to the Department of Labor’s proposed rule, aiming for a 2027 launch (Page 8). - Continued capital deployment in GIP V infrastructure fund and private credit franchises, with recent deals like TCR, AES, and Aligned, indicating significant strategic investment in private markets (Pages 5 and 9). - Development and integration of technology platforms like Aladdin, eFront, and Preqin to enhance risk management and data transparency in private credit portfolios (Page 5). These demonstrate BlackRock’s strategic capital investments in product innovation, regional growth, and technology infrastructure.

- BlackRock targets sustained organic base fee growth of 6% to 7% from structural growth segments when markets are supportive or clients rotate into higher fee segments. - Ongoing growth driven by structural growers including ETFs, private markets, tax-aware strategies (Aperio, SpiderRock), and systematic equities. - Whole portfolio relationships and client consolidation contribute to organic growth and market share gains. - Expansion in international and emerging markets demand, especially in iShares international exposures. - Launch of private market allocations in target date funds aligned with DOL proposals expected to drive growth in retirement-related assets. - Acquisitions like HPS and Preqin enhance revenue streams and margins, with private markets franchises having margins north of 50%. - Technology services (Aladdin, Preqin) ACV expected to grow mid-to-high teens over the long term. - Anticipated share repurchases of at least $450 million per quarter supporting shareholder returns. - April market performance indicates recovery of base fee rates, supporting revenue growth post-Q1.

- BlackRock expects continued strong organic base fee growth; 8% in Q1 2026 and 10% over the last 12 months, with durable and broad-based growth across products, regions, and client types. - Target adjusted operating margin is 45% or greater, with potential to exceed 46%; previously ran close to 47% in 2021 without large private markets franchises. - Acquisitions in private markets (infrastructure, alternative credit) have margins north of 50% and can drive fee-related earnings margins higher over time. - Favorable mix from higher fee rate flows and strong organic growth can push fully burdened operating margin upwards. - Earnings per share (EPS) was $12.53 in Q1 2026, up 11% YoY, with double-digit growth in revenue and operating income expected to continue. - Annual contract value (ACV) growth remains targeted at low to mid-teens over the long term. - The firm plans to repurchase approximately $450 million of shares per quarter, supporting shareholder value.

- BlackRock reported strong client demand and momentum with net inflows of $130 billion in Q1 2026. - Institutional active net inflows were $24 billion, supported by LifePath target date funds, private markets, and systematic strategies. - Private markets saw $9 billion of net inflows, led by private credit and infrastructure, mainly driven by deployment activity. - ETF net inflows were a record $132 billion for the quarter, led by index bond ETFs ($41 billion), precision exposures, core equity, and active ETFs. - Demand for Aperio and SpiderRock custom and tax-aware strategies is accelerating, with Aperio generating $13 billion of net inflows and SpiderRock adding over $1 billion in the quarter. - HPS subscriptions continue with approximately $150 million in subscriptions during the April window. - Overall, there is strong ongoing demand across public markets, private markets, and technology services, reflecting robust orderbook and pending client allocations.