BlackRock

BlackRock is a global investment management corporation that provides a wide range of investment and risk management services to institutional and retail clients worldwide.

The firm's business is centered on its role as an asset manager, where it invests on behalf of its clients across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternatives. Its client base includes pension plans, insurance companies, foundations, endowments, official institutions, and individuals.

BlackRock's business model is primarily based on earning fees from its assets under management (AUM). The company also generates revenue from advisory services and its proprietary technology platform, Aladdin, which offers risk management and portfolio analysis tools to institutional investors.

Operating in the global financial markets, BlackRock has a significant presence in the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The company's scale and diverse product offerings allow it to serve a broad spectrum of clients with different investment objectives and risk appetites.

Keywords: asset management, investment solutions, risk management, financial services, institutional investors, retail clients, Aladdin, portfolio management, global markets, fiduciary