BlackRock(US:BLK) Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-09-02 13:17Core Viewpoint - BlackRock's iShares has surpassed $5 trillion in global assets under management for its ETFs, with expectations for the ETF industry to nearly double in size over the next five years, growing from $15 trillion to $27 trillion [1] Group 1: ETF Growth and Performance - iShares recorded a record net inflow of $192 billion in the first half of 2025, benefiting from global growth in several key areas [1] - The iShares bond series has exceeded $1 trillion in global assets under management, capturing approximately 40% of the market share, indicating a growing reliance on ETF products to navigate the complex bond market environment [1] Group 2: Regional Insights - BlackRock's Asia-Pacific head, Aarti Angara, stated that ETFs provide higher quality, convenience, and cost-effective investment solutions for investors in the region, driving rapid growth of ETFs in Asia-Pacific [1] - Nicholas Peach, head of iShares in Asia-Pacific, noted that the convenience, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of investments attract more investors, which is a key reason for the increasing popularity of ETFs [1]