Americans are rethinking career pathways. Our latest national voter survey found that 93% support expanded pathways to technical education, underscoring the opportunities skilled trades can create. 1blk.co/47o2tfC

The space economy may sound futuristic, but much of it is already part of everyday life. On The Bid #podcast, host Oscar Pulido speaks with Reid Menge, portfolio manager in BlackRock’s Fundamental Equities Group, about how falling launch costs, smaller satellites, #AI and growing demand are changing the economics of space. What could come next? From new commercial applications to the possibility of AI infrastructure in orbit, they explore where the space economy could be headed and what investors should be watching. Listen: 1blk.co/4xKy8CU

#Questionoftheweek: What will be the human edge in investing as AI agents get smarter?

1 Fed rate hike. 4 takeaways. 4 product ideas. Read the full analysis ⏩ 1blk.co/4hHvWHw #Fed #Rates #Investing #ETFs

AI financing needs are growing at a time when government borrowing is already heavy, sharpening the competition for capital. We’re staying pro-risk, favoring U.S. equities and staying selective in bonds. Watch Vivek Paul, Global Head of Portfolio Research at the BlackRock Investment Institute, explain why in this week’s #MarketTake: 1blk.co/4rybVqo

BlackRock Future Builders is helping more Canadians access in-demand careers in the skilled trades and build long-term financial security. Hear more about how our commitment is creating opportunities for the next generation of skilled trades workers.

🔔 Our Q4 2026 Global Outlook is live 🔔 Global government bond yields have broken higher as sovereign borrowing competes with private financing needs led by AI. Yet equities have been resilient, in part supported by AI-powered earnings growth. We unpack what that means for economies and markets in our Q4 outlook. Read it now: 1blk.co/4AwaUmM

Heavy government borrowing was already intensifying competition for capital. Now the AI buildout is adding a major new source of financing demand – and we think the resulting upward pressure on yields has further to run. Read our latest Weekly Commentary 👉 1blk.co/4xIMELw

Our latest research paper explores the growing connection between AI and digital assets and explains why broad AI adoption may drive new demand, utility and applications across the digital asset economy. blackrock.com/us/individual/…

Nick Nefouse spoke with the @WSJ about how the 401(k) is evolving to give people more options for saving and generating income in retirement.

Sports teams are more than businesses. They’re investments, community institutions and, for millions of fans, a source of shared identity. On The Bid #podcast, Oscar Pulido speaks with David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chairman of The Carlyle Group and principal owner of the Baltimore Orioles ownership group, about his move from private equity to owning the Baltimore Orioles and what the experience has taught him about leadership, investing and building for the long term. Listen: 1blk.co/3UW2W64

Even though the Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike on Wednesday was largely expected, it's still a big deal. Watch Ehsan Khoman, Economist at the BlackRock Investment Institute, explain more in this #SpecialMarketTake.

How can you gift future asset appreciation to the next generation with little or no tax impact? We partnered with Vanilla to show financial advisors how to help clients evaluate a grantor retained annuity trust (GRATs) as part of a broader wealth transfer plan: 1blk.co/475WcVQ #EstatePlanning #WealthTransfer #GRAT

We polled BlackRock portfolio managers and strategists. Here’s what they had to say 👇

We’re back to an overweight in EM equities. As higher rates raise the hurdle for returns, we see EM earnings clearing that higher bar. Stronger fundamentals and a cleaner tactical backdrop support our view. Watch Michel Dilmanian, Portfolio Strategist at the BlackRock Investment Institute, explain why in this week’s #MarketTake: 1blk.co/3SPOU5n

As retirement evolves around the world, we’re combining global investment expertise with local retirement specialists to help people navigate retirement where they live. Rewire retirement with us at 1blk.co/4y0pG3t

What does it take to win the race for capital? From Amsterdam, Roelof Salomons, Chief Investment Strategist for the Netherlands & Nordics at BII, explores the strengths and constraints shaping the Netherlands’ strategic buildout, and what it takes to compete for global capital. #BIIOntheGround Tune in and read our latest BII Insights: 1blk.co/46szJC7

What does the next phase of AI look like from the perspective of SpaceX and BlackRock? Join Tony Kim, BlackRock’s Head of Global Technology Funds, and SpaceX CFO, Bret Johnsen, for a live conversation hosted by @Fidelity Investments. Register here ⏩ 1blk.co/4yFpRB6 #SpaceX #Fidelity #BlackRock #AI #Investing

Hear how one RIA founder says BlackRock Custom Models have helped reduce investment selection decision fatigue and create more capacity for client relationships and financial planning. Learn more about BlackRock Custom Models: 1blk.co/46smQIf

Higher rates don’t have to mean weaker equities. If yields rise with stronger investment and growth, earnings strength can help offset a higher cost of capital. That helps explain why we remain pro-risk despite higher rates 👉1blk.co/4hs1ot3