BlackRock profit jumps 33% to $4.126 billion in first half

BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, announced robust financial results for the first half of 2026, with net profit soaring to $4.126 billion. This represents a substantial 33% increase compared to the same period in 2025, underscoring the firm's strong performance in the current market environment.

The company's revenue also saw significant growth, climbing 28.8% to $13.782 billion during the first six months of the year. In the second quarter alone, BlackRock's net earnings reached $1.914 billion, a 20.15% rise from the previous year, with earnings per share improving by 19.6% to $12.19.

BlackRock reported a record $15.34 trillion in assets under management as of June, marking a 22% increase. CEO Larry Fink attributed the strong results to solid market fundamentals, higher margins, and advancements in new technologies. The adjusted operating margin in the second quarter hit 45.9%, the highest in nearly five years. Revenue from technology services and subscriptions, particularly from its Aladdin platform, grew by 13% year-over-year.

"Clients are turning to BlackRock for analysis and opportunities. This is driving record financial results, with $868 billion in net inflows and 10% organic growth in core fees over the past year," Fink stated in a press release. The company recorded net inflows of $192 billion in the second quarter, bringing the total for the first half to $321 billion. Following the release of these positive results, BlackRock's shares saw an approximate 7.4% increase on Wall Street.

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Clients are turning to BlackRock for analysis and opportunities. This is driving record financial results, with $868 billion in net inflows and 10% organic growth in core fees over the past year.