Actually, it’s never been about us It’s always been about asking those big questions at the intersection of investing and society: How do we push forward without leaving people behind? How do we build bridges between society and shareholders? The planet and profits? Together with our clients, we’re investing in a more equitable and resilient world. We’re investing in the UK. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video. Play Video Transcript 3,300 people asking big questions For over five decades, we’ve been coming to work every day with questions like: How can we make prosperity possible for more people, for more communities, and for the planet? Investing our clients’ money in local British companies and infrastructure, which in turn supports job creation and a stronger UK economy, is one way we’re finding those big answers. £500 Approximately £500bn invested on behalf of our UK clients1 10 10million+ British people’s pensions cared for by BlackRock2 £192 £192bn put back into UK public companies to help Britain prosper Source 1 Source: BlackRock as at 30 September 2020. 2 Source: BlackRock as at 01 November 2020. 3 Source: BlackRock as of 01 November 2020. FINDING ANSWERS We innovate, simplify, protect, and speak up for our clients We’re more than investors We’re technologists – always searching for new ways to put investing within reach of more people. We're fiduciaries – putting the investing needs and goals of our clients ahead of our own. We’re campaigners – speaking out against inequity, striving to bring positive change, and working to reduce our carbon footprint. Learn More About Who We Are We help more and more people experience financial well-being Equipped with brilliant minds and proprietary, leading-edge technology, we invest and manage our clients’ money with one purpose: to help them find better financial futures. We know we’re not just investing in funds and markets, but in people’s lives and where we live. Learn More About What We Do Can investors help save the planet? What if, in addition to building income, your investments could help build green buildings, generate renewable energy for the future, increase electric transportation, and develop sustainable farming solutions? They actually can. And they seem to be doing it very well. Explore Sustainability At BlackRock Advocating for good A company’s standing on ethical, sustainable and diversity issues have a direct impact on its long-term success, which is why we engage with them for greater transparency. Because more transparency can mean better returns for those nearing retirement, starting companies or buying their first home. That’s always worth speaking up for. Explore Investment Stewardship How we continue to push forward Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We know a company that looks and thinks like the world can better serve the world, and we know we have progress to make to get to that point. By 2024, we aim to increase representation of Black professionals by 30% and grow our women senior leaders to 32.5% globally. Read more about our commitments Our approach to sustainable investing Sustainability is a big part of how we manage risk, construct portfolios, design products and engage with companies. But we wanted to know how our clients felt about that, so midway through 2020, we surveyed our clients and weighed their responses. Read the 2020 sustainable investing survey report You can make money in any job, but can you make a difference? Through human insight and technological innovations, our people are working to make a positive impact on the world. And answer the question: can investing be a force for good? There’s never been a more important time for the right answer. Join BlackRock BlackRock worldwide BlackRock is a global company with 70 offices in 30 countries, giving us unique global reach and local relationships. Because we cover all corners of the globe, we bring the best of the world to how we invest in the UK. Learn more HOW WE THINK Larry Fink’s letter to CEOs Our transition to a zero carbon economy As a global investment manager and fiduciary to our clients, our purpose at BlackRock is to help everyone experience financial well-being. Since 1999, we've been a leading provider of financial technology, and our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. CORPORATE Careers Newsroom Investor relations LEGAL Terms & conditions Privacy policy Business continuity Modern Slavery Statement Best Ex policy and reports s172 and Corporate Governance Statements © 2021 BlackRock, Inc. All rights reserved. MKTGH1021E/S-1894945-3/3 We use cookies to personalise content and ads, to provide social media features and to analyse our traffic. We also share information about your use of our site with our advertising and analytics partners.