BlackRock (BLK) News Today

Shares of BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) rose today on a wave of positive developments—from crypto product expansions and analyst upgrades to strong AUM growth projections—though regulatory scrutiny and proposed legislation temper some enthusiasm.

• Positive Sentiment: BlackRock’s KAIO crypto solution expanded onto the Sei Network, boosting its digital‐assets footprint and reinforcing its leadership in crypto asset management BlackRock Crypto Hits Warp Speed as KAIO Expands to Sei Network
• Positive Sentiment: Weiss Ratings reiterated a “Buy (B–)” rating on BLK shares, underscoring confidence in the firm’s long-term outlook BlackRock (NYSE:BLK) Given "Buy (B-)" Rating at Weiss Ratings
• Positive Sentiment: Analysts highlight growing assets under management, new ETF launches and recent acquisitions as drivers for stronger Q3 earnings and revenue growth Growth in AUM Likely to Support BlackRock's Q3 Earnings
• Positive Sentiment: Evercore ISI raised its BLK price target to $1,230 and maintained an “Outperform” rating, implying a 5.5% upside Read More
• Positive Sentiment: Deutsche Bank lifted its BLK price target to $1,300 with a “Buy” rating, signaling an 11.7% potential gain Deutsche Bank Adjusts BlackRock Price Target to $1,300
• Positive Sentiment: CNBC analyst Jason Snipe named BlackRock a “financial core” holding, praising its diversified revenue streams and scale advantages Analyst Explains Why He Likes BlackRock (BLK) as ‘Financial Core’ Holding
• Positive Sentiment: BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust set a record as the firm’s top-earning ETF, generating over $244 million in annual revenue and nearing $100 billion in AUM Why Mutuum Finance Is The Next Crypto To Explode As IBIT Sets Record
• Neutral Sentiment: Analysts preview BlackRock’s Q3 earnings, examining key performance metrics beyond topline and EPS estimates for deeper insight BlackRock (BLK) Q3 Earnings on the Horizon
• Neutral Sentiment: Rep. Richard McCormick disclosed the sale of $1,001–$15,000 in BLK shares, a routine transaction with limited market impact BlackRock Shares Unloaded by Rep. Richard McCormick
• Negative Sentiment: An EU watchdog criticized its own vetting of BlackRock under green banking rules, highlighting potential reputation and compliance concerns EU Fell Short in Vetting BlackRock for Green Banking Rules
• Negative Sentiment: The proposed “Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act of 2025” would raise fines under key securities laws, potentially increasing BlackRock’s compliance costs and legal exposure New Bill: Stronger Enforcement of Civil Penalties Act of 2025