TORONTO, June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited (“BlackRock Canada”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. (“BlackRock”) (NYSE:BLK) today announced updates to the investment risk ratings of certain iShares exchange-traded funds (“iShares ETFs”), a reduction to the annual management fees of certain iShares ETFs, and the commencement of securities lending transactions of certain iShares ETFs, as further described below. Risk Rating Changes BlackRock Cana ...

Core Viewpoint - BlackRock Canada announced the May 2025 cash distributions for various iShares ETFs, detailing specific amounts for each fund and the payment schedule for unitholders [1][2][4]. Distribution Details - The cash distribution amounts per unit for selected iShares ETFs are provided, with notable distributions including: - iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF (XIU): $0.272 - iShares Canadian Real Return Bond Index ETF (XRB): $0.273 - iShares Flexible Monthly Income ETF (XFLI): $0.189 - iShares S&P/TSX Composite High Dividend Index ETF (XEI): $0.136 [2][3]. Payment Schedule - Unitholders of record for most iShares ETFs will receive distributions on May 30, 2025, while unitholders of XRB will receive distributions on June 5, 2025 [1][4]. Additional Information - BlackRock Canada plans to issue a press release around May 21, 2025, to provide final amounts for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF [4]. - The iShares Canadian Real Return Bond Index ETF also has reinvested distributions, with a unit value of $0.31014 [6]. Company Overview - BlackRock is a leading provider of financial technology and investment management, with over $4.3 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025 [8]. - iShares ETFs, managed by BlackRock, offer a diverse range of investment opportunities across various markets [8].