Core Viewpoint - BlackRock has adopted a cautious outlook on the U.S. stock market due to rising policy uncertainty that may hinder economic growth and stock performance [2][3]. Group 1: Investment Outlook - BlackRock has shifted its U.S. stock weighting from 'Overweight' to 'Neutral' for a three-month tactical horizon, reflecting a decision to reduce risk exposure amid heightened market uncertainty [3]. - The firm is lowering its exposure to Chinese equities while increasing its preference for short-term U.S. Treasuries, which are considered safer during potential market disruptions [4]. Group 2: Long-term Perspective - Despite short-term caution, BlackRock maintains a positive long-term view on American stocks, expecting the market to regain global leadership over time, supported by structural trends such as advancements in artificial intelligence [5]. - CEO Larry Fink indicated that a potential downturn in the stock market should be viewed as a buying opportunity, anticipating a market recovery [6]. Group 3: Market Sentiment - The recent sell-off in the stock market, attributed to trade tariffs, has led to a 2.5% increase in the S&P 500 as of the latest report [1]. - Goldman Sachs has also raised concerns about the stock market, suggesting that the recent sell-off could evolve into a long-lasting cyclical bear market, with recession risks estimated at a 45% chance [6].

Analysts on Wall Street project that BlackRock (BLK) will announce quarterly earnings of $10.69 per share in its forthcoming report, representing an increase of 9% year over year. Revenues are projected to reach $5.46 billion, increasing 15.5% from the same quarter last year.The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has undergone a downward revision of 0.1% in the past 30 days, bringing it to its present level. This represents how the covering analysts, as a whole, have reassessed their initial estimates d ...

Larry Fink is looking forward to the day he's not CEO of BlackRock, but that's not happening just yet. Fink, the 72-year-old cofounder and the only CEO BlackRock has ever had, has long been answering questions about who will succeed him and Rob Kapito, the firm's president, at the $11.5 trillion asset management behemoth."I look forward to the day when I'm not running it. I do not want to be somebody that's staying on longer than needed," Fink told the Economic Club of New York. The next generation team is ...

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Market Overview - The Dow experienced significant volatility, moving 2500 points within the first hour, ultimately closing down -349 points (-0.91%) [1] - The S&P 500 decreased by -11 points (-0.23%), while the Nasdaq managed a slight gain of +15 points (+0.10%) [1] - The small-cap Russell index fell by -16 points (-0.92%) [1] Tariff Negotiations - Some countries are open to negotiating trade levels with the U.S., but President Trump remains firm on his tariff policies, threatening an additional +50% tariff on China if they do not remove their retaliatory +34% tariff [2] Economic Outlook - Goldman Sachs issued a note titled "Countdown to Recession," predicting a U.S. recession if current tariff policies persist [3] - BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink suggested looking for buying opportunities but warned that the Federal Reserve may not cut interest rates this year, with many believing a recession is already underway [3] Inflation and Bond Yields - Concerns about tariffs leading to higher prices and potential stagflation were raised, with bond yields increasing approximately 20 basis points, bringing the 10-year yield above +4.2% and the 2-year yield around +3.92% [4] Upcoming Economic Data - The NFIB optimism index for March is expected to be released, with the previous month showing a reading of 100.7, although a dip below 100 is anticipated [4] - Q1 earnings season is set to begin, with Delta reporting on Wednesday and major banks like JPMorgan releasing results on Friday [5] - CalMaine Foods, a significant supplier of shell eggs, is scheduled to report earnings after the market closes, currently holding a Zacks Rank 1 (Strong Buy) [5]

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said that the stock market could see declines deepen by another 20% amid uncertainty over President Donald Trump's tariffs and that CEOs are telling him they think the U.S. economy is likely already in a recession. "Most CEOs I talk to would say we are probably in a recession right now," Fink told the Economic Club of New York on Monday. Tariffs are expected to make a wide variety of products more expensive, exacerbating inflationary pressures that have been persistent in recent mon ...

The CEO of the world's largest asset manager was asked if he thinks a recession is coming. Larry Fink's response: We're in it. Most CEOs Fink has been talking to "would say we are probably in a recession right now," he said in an interview at the Economic Club of New York on Monday."One CEO specifically said the airline industry is a "proverbial bird in a coal mine — canary in the coal mine — and I was told that the canary is sick already," he said, adding that travel demand has declined. Last week, Presi ...

After a turbulent week in which the S&P 500 contracted -9.33% due to the announcement of reciprocal tariffs and China's reaction, which generated a trade war, BlackRock (NYSE: BLK ), the largest public asset manager in the world, is setHey there! My focus here is to provide you with insightful rating analysis on the world's leading financial firms to help you navigate and comprehend the latest investment opportunities while identifying potential pitfalls. My favorite picks are those that are tilted toward b ...

Larry Fink, chief executive officer of BlackRock Inc., speaks during the 2025 National Retirement Summit in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025.BlackRock CEO Larry Fink said Monday that many business leaders believe the United States economy is already in a significant downturn."Most CEOs I talk to would say we are probably in a recession right now," Fink said at an event for the Economic Club of New York."One CEO specifically said the airline industry is a proverbial bird in a coal mine — cana ...

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink's annual letter to investors continued the firm's shift away from politically controversial topics like diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as well as environment, social and governance (ESG) policies. Fink released his annual chairman's letter to investors on Monday, and the 2025 edition of the letter omitted potentially controversial references to DEI, ESG and climate change. This comes after BlackRock in February announced a shift away from internal DEI policies and dropped suc ...