BlackRock Shareholders’ Ownership Structure
BlackRock was established to guide individuals and institutions globally in managing their investments. It provides a wide range of asset management services. Since 2012, BlackRock has grown to employ over 19,000 professionals worldwide.
As a publicly traded company, all shares are listed on the stock exchange, and the company is governed by an independent board of directors responsible for strategic decision-making.
Top 5 Institutional Shareholders
#1 Vanguard Group
As one of the Big Three index fund managers, Vanguard Group operates globally, providing investment solutions and asset management services to millions of clients. Vanguard holds 13.31 million shares, representing 8.59% of BlackRock’s total shares, valued at $13.39 billion.
#2 BlackRock Inc.
BlackRock itself ranks second, owning 6.22% of total shares, approximately 9.63 million shares, valued at $9.69 billion.
#3 State Street Corporation
Founded in 1792, State Street offers investment and asset management services and is the second-oldest operating bank in the United States. It holds 5.98 million BlackRock shares, about 3.86% of total shares, valued at $6 billion.
#4 Bank of America Corporation
As the world’s second-largest bank by market capitalization, Bank of America’s core financial services include commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking. It holds 5.26 million shares, representing 3.4% of BlackRock’s total shares, valued at $5.29 billion.
#5 Temasek Holdings
This Singapore-based global investment company is wholly owned by the Singaporean government. It holds 5.09 million shares, valued at $5.1 billion.
Top 5 Individual Shareholders
#1 Susan Wagner
Although retired as co-founder, Wagner continues to serve on the board. Her holdings are valued at $352.9 million, making her the largest individual shareholder.
#2 Laurence Fink
As chairman and CEO, it is expected that Fink ranks second among individual shareholders. He co-founded BlackRock and has served on multiple boards. He owns approximately 0.27% of BlackRock’s shares, valued at $341.6 million.
#3 Robert Kapito
As one of the original eight founders, Kapito currently serves as president and director. He holds about 0.14% of total shares, valued at $179.1 million.
#4 J. Richard Kushel
Before his current role as Senior Managing Director, Kushel held several positions within the company, including Chief Product Officer. He currently owns approximately 0.04% of shares, valued at $55.4 million.
#5 Murry Gerber
As BlackRock’s current Lead Independent Director, Gerber holds shares valued at $35.2 million, ranking fifth among individual shareholders.
As a well-established publicly traded corporation, BlackRock attracts numerous shareholders aiming to benefit from its capital appreciation. This positions BlackRock as an attractive long-term buy-and-hold investment.
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