BlackRock is a leading global investment management firm that specializes in providing a wide range of financial services and investment solutions to institutional and individual investors. The company is renowned for its expertise in managing assets across various classes, including equities, fixed income, real estate, and multi-asset strategies. Additionally, BlackRock offers risk management and advisory services, utilizing advanced technology and data analytics to inform investment decisions. With a strong emphasis on responsible investing, the firm aims to create long-term value for its clients while promoting sustainability and corporate governance practices within the organizations it invests in. Read More
Aladdin Wealth™, wealth management technology from BlackRock, is introducing Gen AI-driven functionalities designed to help financial advisors deliver more personalized, insightful, and efficient client service. The new “Auto Commentary” feature turns complex portfolio analytics and client-level investment preferences into concise insights, helping financial advisors craft relevant narratives to deepen client relationships by delivering more meaningful, differentiated conversations.
Dallas, Texas – October 1, 2025 – The Highland Opportunities and Income Fund (NYSE: HFRO) has announced its regular monthly distribution for October 2025, declaring a payment of $0.0385 per share. This distribution, payable on October 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of October 24, 2025, signals the closed-end fund's
Dallas, TX – October 1, 2025 – The Highland Global Allocation Fund (NYSE:HGLB) has announced a monthly distribution of $0.088 per share for the fourth quarter of 2025. This forward-looking declaration translates to an attractive annualized distribution rate of approximately 8.5% based on the fund's current Net Asset Value
October 1, 2025 - Global financial markets are currently navigating a complex interplay between fluctuating crude oil prices, persistent inflationary pressures, and the unwavering allure of precious metals. As of early October 2025, a notable divergence is emerging: while global oil prices are generally anticipated to decline or stabilize at
BlackRock announced today the planned termination of the iShares iBonds Dec 2025 Term Muni Bond ETF which includes the following timelines for trading, net-asset value (NAV) calculation and expected liquidation:
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a fervent resurgence as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL) demonstrate remarkable resilience and upward momentum, with several assets either reclaiming or pushing towards new all-time highs (ATHs). This powerful rally, particularly pronounced in late 2024 and throughout 2025, culminated in a significant surge on October 1, 2025, as [...]
October 1, 2025 – The cryptocurrency world is abuzz with activity surrounding XRP, as a recent price surge, ambitious rally predictions, and the strategic evolution of Ripple’s (Private Company) leadership capture the market’s attention. With the current date of October 1, 2025, XRP has navigated a tumultuous yet ultimately bullish path, marked by significant price [...]
Shares of blockchain infrastructure company Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) jumped 3.3% in the afternoon session after investment firm BTIG initiated coverage on the stock with a 'Buy' rating and a $410 price target. The analyst firm pointed to what it called 'underappreciated' growth areas, such as the company's derivatives business and the Base App. The positive news did not stop there, as Coinbase also surpassed $1 billion in bitcoin-backed onchain loans, showing significant growth for the service. Further bolstering investor confidence, new guidance from the SEC's staff allowed state-chartered trust companies, including Coinbase, to act as qualified custodians for crypto assets for investment advisers, clearing up regulatory uncertainty.
The “Crypto Fast Lane: Accelerating the Future of Web3” summit concluded successfully on September 30 at Singapore’s Raffles Hotel, highlighting acceleration in Web3 innovation and ecosystem development. Jointly organized by BlockDAG and global venture capital firm Blockchain Founders Fund (BFF), the one-day event brought together over 2,000 institutional representatives, investors, and developers. Coinstore participated as the technical support partner, engaging with senior representatives from leading exchanges, stablecoin providers, and notable projects to discuss the future of the global crypto ecosystem. The summit was livestreamed on YouTube, reaching tens of thousands of viewers worldwide.
Today, BlackRock bolstered its Outcome ETF suite with the launch of the iShares Large Cap 10% Target Buffer ETFs. The first ETF in the series, the iShares Large Cap 10% Target Buffer Sep ETF (CBOE:STEN), begins trading today, while the remaining funds will be listed later this month. BlackRock expects the Outcome ETF category to grow from $250 billion to $650 billion by 2030, as investors increasingly seek strategies that deliver more specific goals – such as targeted downside protection, high income, and enhanced growth.1
As September 30, 2025, draws to a close, the Financials sector has exhibited a mixed but largely resilient performance, reflecting a delicate balance between evolving interest rate expectations and a nuanced economic growth outlook. Today's trading saw investors cautiously optimistic about the potential for stabilized, albeit still elevated, interest rates,
The cryptocurrency landscape is buzzing with significant developments as BlockDAG, an emerging Layer-1 blockchain, celebrates the sale of over 20,000 mining units and seals a groundbreaking multi-year partnership with the prestigious BWT Alpine F1® Team. These milestones, largely announced and debuted in September 2025, coincide with a robust bullish sentiment surrounding Ethereum (ETH), which analysts [...]
San Francisco, CA – September 30, 2025 – In a landmark development for the cryptocurrency ecosystem, Reserve, a pioneering force in decentralized finance, has officially partnered with CF Benchmarks, a leading provider of cryptocurrency benchmark indices, to launch LCAP (Large Cap Index DTF). This innovative on-chain index token, which debuted on September 24, 2025, is [...]
The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a significant resurgence, marked by a surge in institutional confidence and a landmark achievement in regulated investment products. While not a single 24-hour event, the total assets under management (AUM) for U.S. spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have impressively surpassed $110 billion by late
The cryptocurrency market is currently navigating a pivotal phase, characterized by a prevailing neutral sentiment that is gradually giving way to cautious optimism as September 2025 draws to a close. After a period of significant volatility and a mid-month dip, the total crypto market capitalization has demonstrated remarkable resilience, not
BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK) today announced that it will report third quarter 2025 earnings prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Laurence D. Fink, President, Robert S. Kapito, and Chief Financial Officer, Martin S. Small, will host a teleconference call for investors and analysts at 7:30 a.m. ET. BlackRock’s earnings release and supplemental materials will be available via the investor relations section of www.blackrock.com, before the teleconference call begins.
The cryptocurrency market witnessed a dramatic turnaround on Monday, September 29, 2025, as crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a massive surge in new inflows, collectively exceeding an astounding $1 billion. This significant capital injection effectively snapped prolonged streaks of withdrawals for both Bitcoin and Ethereum-based products, signaling a powerful resurgence in institutional demand for digital [...]
