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BlackRock Q3 2024 Earnings: AUM Reaches New Heights Amid Strong Inflows

BlackRock Q3 2024 Earnings: AUM Reaches New Heights Amid Strong Inflows

BlackRock, Inc., the world’s largest asset manager, has reported a highly successful third quarter for 2024, marked by strong financial growth. The firm’s total assets under management (AUM) surged to a record $11.5 trillion, driven by $221 billion in net inflows during the quarter. This represents a significant year-over-year increase of $2.4 trillion in AUM, showcasing BlackRock's continued leadership in the asset management industry.

The company's quarterly revenue grew by 15% year-over-year to $5.2 billion, surpassing analysts' expectations of $5.0 billion. This revenue increase was primarily fueled by higher investment advisory and administration fees, as well as gains in securities lending. Despite a slight decline in technology services revenue, due to changes in client contracts, BlackRock's diversified business model remained resilient.

BlackRock’s adjusted earnings per share (EPS) reached $11.46, a 5% increase compared to the same period last year, exceeding the consensus estimate of $10.38. The firm’s operating income also saw a notable boost, rising by 26% to $2.13 billion, with its operating margin expanding to 45.8%.

CEO Laurence Fink attributed the positive results to the company’s strong performance across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, and alternatives. The recent acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), adding $116 billion in assets, further reinforced BlackRock’s strategic growth.

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