MARKET INSIGHTS

Market Insights

Investing is a marathon, not a sprint: Get in the race

Oct 28, 2025 | Gargi Chaudhuri

Discover how marathon training principles — discipline, pacing, and consistency — can help you seek to achieve your financial goals.

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2025 Fall Investment Directions: Rethinking diversification

Oct 28, 2025 | Gargi Chaudhuri

Explore the 2025 investing outlook and learn strategies for portfolio diversification to seek enhanced returns and reduce risk amid evolving market trends.

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What Fed rate cuts may mean for portfolios

Sep 17, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Understand how Fed easing cycles influence various asset classes and get strategic insights to consider for investment portfolios.

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Using infrastructure to help “build” your portfolio

Aug 22, 2025 | Jay Jacobs

Discover how infrastructure investments may generate income, offer inflation hedging, and diversification.

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Q2 earnings: Upside surprises & Mag 7 dispersion

Aug 18, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Explore Q2 earnings surprises and Mag 7 dispersion; discover why active, quality-focused investing matters in today’s AI-led market.

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Dollar weakness boosts international appeal

Jul 31, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Learn the advantages of international investing to diversify portfolios, reduce U.S. concentration risk, and potentially boost returns if the dollar declines.

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How leveraging big data and AI can help grow your portfolio

Jun 18, 2025 | Raffaele Savi

Learn how systematic investing combines AI, quantitative analysis, and human expertise to power growth ETFs and other portfolio outcomes.

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Factor investing strategies for fast-moving markets

May 27, 2025 | Jay Jacobs

Explore factor investing strategies to optimize returns and manage risks. Learn how dynamic adjustments and factor rotation can outperform benchmarks.

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2025 Equity Outlook: Three key questions for investors to consider

May 19, 2025 | Tony DeSpirito

Explore the stock market outlook for 2025 and learn BlackRock's view on U.S. and international equities, as well as how to navigate policy uncertainty.

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2025 Spring Investment Directions: Exposures for volatile markets

Apr 28, 2025 | Gargi Chaudhuri

Discover insights on navigating a shifting macro landscape, with direction on positioning across equities and fixed income in today’s dynamic market environment.

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Bond market opportunities meet ETF innovation

Apr 23, 2025 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Discover how iShares fixed-income ETFs can help you put cash to work, seek income and diversify your portfolio.

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How to pursue income strategies with outcome ETFs

Apr 02, 2025 | Jay Jacobs

Unlock the potential of options strategies with outcome ETFs. Gain insights into investments designed to potentially generate income, provide targeted protection, or seek enhanced growth.

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Navigate market volatility with active & flexible investing

Mar 24, 2025 | Rick Rieder

Gain valuable insights on investing during volatile markets. Explore strategies to distinguish relevant financial news from noise and manage risk effectively.

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Housing market outlook: Muted sales, positive economic impact

Feb 24, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Explore our forecast for residential real estate, featuring muted sales but a positive overall impact on the U.S. economy.

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U.S. deficit dynamics: Economic and investor implications

Feb 20, 2025 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Analyze America's fiscal challenges with a focus on the federal deficit. Understand how policy changes could alter Treasury yields and global markets.

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The potential portfolio impact of Trump policies & tariffs

Feb 10, 2025 | Gargi Chaudhuri

We discuss the recent announcement by the Trump administration regarding new tariffs and what it could mean for the market.

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Getting exposure to digital assets via the bitcoin bridge

Jan 13, 2025 | Samara Cohen

Unlock the potential of digital assets investing with insights into Bitcoin ETPs and innovative approaches to strategic portfolio diversification.

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2025 Investment Directions: Navigating Market Trends

Jan 06, 2025 | Kristy Akullian, CFA

Explore key investment directions for 2025 and make informed decisions with our analysis on U.S. growth, global equities, and strategic risk management.

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Fed outlook 2025: Key insights for fixed income investors

Dec 19, 2024 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Explore the Fed outlook for 2025. Gain insights into expected monetary policies and market projections to help guide your investments.

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Got diversification? Access the 20 biggest U.S. stocks

Oct 24, 2024 | Daniel Prince, CFA

You don't have to know how to pick stocks to access top companies. Learn why diversification is an important investment strategy.

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How active ETFs may help enhance portfolio performance

Aug 21, 2024 | Rick Rieder

Discover the potential benefits of the BlackRock Flexible Income ETF (BINC), and how it seeks to manage risks and capitalize on market opportunities.

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The rebirth of American manufacturing: Growth and innovation

Jul 18, 2024 | Jay Jacobs

Discover how U.S. manufacturing could be poised for a renaissance, driven by a reshaping of supply chains and changing political and economic priorities

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How active ETFs are unlocking innovation and opportunity for investors

Jul 15, 2024 | Samara Cohen

Learn about investing with active ETFs- flexible, tax-efficient tools designed to outperform benchmarks amid market uncertainty.

Investment Strategies

Bitcoin volatility guide: Trends & insights for investors

Jul 11, 2024 | Jay Jacobs

Explore the journey of bitcoin's volatility, from turbulent beginnings to a promising decline. Learn how these trends affect long-term investing.

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Put cash to work with short-term bond ETFs

Mar 20, 2024 | Karen Veraa-Perry, CFA

Learn how short-term bond ETFs can help you keep up with inflation and diversify where your short-term assets are held.

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Investing in (and for) Women

Mar 08, 2024 | Gargi Chaudhuri

In honor of Women's History Month, we take a look at the trends of women’s involvement in the workforce, investing, and the economy.