Market insights

Q2 earnings had something for everyone. For stock picker Carrie King, it brought questions around the consumer and optimism for the future of industrials.

Monetary policy and fiscal policy are typically thought of as independent, however we see that dynamic changing. We explore considerations for investors.

U.S. corporate earnings have stagnated for a year, but Q2 beat a low bar. Expectations of improving margins look rosy. We stay selective in stocks. Learn why.

Rick Rieder and team argue that thinking about the economy and financial markets from the perspective of a “carburetor” (or physical property) doesn’t make sense in a “compiler” (or intellectual property) world.

Market update from BlackRock's municipal bond team.

Following the YTD strength in equity markets, Russ Koesterich discusses how a combination of cyclicals, and a growth bias may serve investors well in today’s market.

Consider adding duration to your investment portfolio. A potential Fed pause creates an opportunity, and duration can offer protection from market volatility

The era of easy money is ended. What next for stock investors? Equities CIO Tony DeSpirito says to get selective as alpha is poised to drive outcomes now.

Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager discuss how improving economic expectations may suggest adding to cyclical areas of the market.

BlackRock’s Read on Retirement survey reveals that financial burnout is on the rise – and one to watch. Explore the insights to see what trends are shaping retirement and driving the drop in confidence.

Healthcare stocks are a diversified opportunity set featuring doses of resilience and growth potential. Industry expert Erin Xie tackles 5 key questions.

What's ahead for equity markets? BlackRock’s systematic equity experts reveal what is driving their Q3 2023 outlook and stock market forecasts.

It’s not factors versus sectors. It’s factors and sectors. Factors can help investors better understand their portfolios.

The new, more volatile economic regime provides different yet abundant investment opportunities. Learn more in our 2023 midyear outlook.

Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of the Global Allocation team discusses the outlook for stock/bond correlations going forward.

Rick Rieder and team argue that one of the most important questions investors should ask today is “Am I getting paid back for the risk I am taking?

BlackRock worked with the Bipartisan Policy Center to lift the veil on how to optimize retirement income – and the role policymakers have to play in advancing financial security.

As macroeconomic uncertainty persists, market neutral strategies may help improve portfolio outcomes by providing a diversifying, uncorrelated return stream.

Our fixed income market outlook explores the Fed’s pause, the divergence in recession forecasts and market pricing, and what it may mean for portfolios.

U.S. stocks climbed a wall of worry to deliver a positive first half. Fundamental Equities CIO Tony DeSpirito looks ahead to a new era for stock investors.

Our report identifies five trends that are shaping retirement and points to areas where we can convert challenges into opportunity – so that every American can enjoy the secure retirement they deserve.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has garnered widespread attention with the public launch of ChatGPT. Learn how these same technologies can be used in investing.

New in-plan emergency savings solutions are on the horizon. What have the past five years of research taught us about the connection between short-term and long-term financial security, and how can 401(k) plans benefit from lessons learned?

It’s time to rebuild 60/40 portfolios with alternative sources of diversification and return. Learn how alternative investments create more resilient portfolios.

Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of the Global Allocation team explains why “sell in May and go away” may not work this year.

With 25 countries and 4,000 stocks to choose from, emerging markets have a lot to offer. Stock picker Emily Fletcher assesses the opportunities and risks.

The foundations of portfolio construction may be shifting. Learn how alternatives may help target new sources of diversification and return.

New findings from EBRI’s recently released 2023 Retirement Confidence Survey reveal what’s top of mind for American workers and retirees. We look at two key findings – alongside ways the industry is responding.

Q1 earnings largely surprised to the upside but received little reward from the market. Active equity investor Carrie King offers three observations.

Rick Rieder and team argue that a series of small, but more probable, wins in fixed income can pave the way for portfolios to outperform benchmarks in 2023.

Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Global Allocation discusses the outlook for gold going forward.

As long-term investors face continued macroeconomic uncertainty, our experts discuss how systematic investing may help navigate a challenging new regime.

The view by many is that ESG investing is concessionary. Our history shows that isn’t true and that unique ESG data can be predictors of company results.

Factor investing has seen increased popularity in the US. Investors may also want to consider increasing their opportunity set by considering factors abroad.

Pay attention to the bond diversification, resiliency quality stocks may offer, and current allocation to cash within portfolios in the wake of Fed action.

Higher policy rates have increased the cost of capital for corporations and other issuers of debt. Learn what this means for income portfolios.

Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Global Allocation discusses whether bonds can continue serving as an equity hedge.

The wage and wealth gap for women is well known, and the retirement savings gap is just as pronounced, especially since it spans across racial and income lines. Understanding the factors that perpetuate this gap could help lead to solutions.

The market and the Fed remain focused on inflation. We look at Core Services ex-Shelter prices to assess its stickiness. Learn more about services inflation today.

Interest rate volatility has driven municipal closed-end fund discounts wider, potentially providing an attractive entry point for patient investors. Read more.

Quality investing is not always exciting – but increased volatility and uncertainty in markets makes a compelling case for adding quality today.

Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Global Allocation discusses the case for targeting more resilient parts of the market going forward.

A report from BlackRock’s Long-Term Capitalism research initiative unearths new insights and demonstrates the impact that key investments in education and social support for women can have on economic output.

Macroeconomic factors have been driving markets, but Fundamental Equities CIO Tony DeSpirito is readying for stock specifics to reassert their importance.

In a recent interview on BlackRock’s The Bid podcast, Anne Ackerley, Head of BlackRock’s Retirement Group, talked about women, saving and how the retirement industry can better serve future generations.

Rick Rieder and team argue that a major shift in market perception of growth, inflation and policy trajectories means investors should consider calling a “time-out” to reassess portfolios.

While there is room for rates to move higher, we think the front end of the yield curve offers an attractive asymmetry and opportunity to capture yield.

Gains in mega-cap tech may seem odd, but Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of Global Allocation explains why investors are favoring them.

Will central banks choose to divert monetary policy from fighting inflation to protecting the banking sector? We don’t think so – and that’s very different from any other financial stress episode in the past 40 years.

Yields are back, but the need for additional diversification remains. Learn how alternative investments can help diversify portfolios in 2023.