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BlackRock profit plunges 30% after ‘worst start to the year in half a century’

The world's largest asset manager reported a 6% drop in revenue during the second quarter, with assets under management also taking a hit

Inflation, rates, and a dire outlook for equities and bonds are causing trouble for investors
Inflation, rates, and a dire outlook for equities and bonds are causing trouble for investors Photo: Getty Images

BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, saw profit tank 30% during the second quarter, in another sign volatile market conditions are ravaging the sector.

Adjusted profit of $1.1bn was down nearly a third year-on-year, while revenue dropped 6% over the quarter and assets under management also took a hit, as a bear market takes its toll on manager performance across the board.

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