BLKBlackRock, Inc.
BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) sells asset management services, including institutional and retail investment products, private equity, and alternative investments. The next catalyst is Nov 4, 2026 — Q3 2026 Earnings Release, which will provide a detailed look at the company’s financial performance and strategic direction. Scouter has modeled bull and bear paths into this event, reflecting the range of possible outcomes based on historical volatility and market dynamics. Past catalysts are scored in The Read, offering context for how the market has reacted to previous reports.
- Public fact: BlackRock reported $25.71B in revenue for the period ending 2026-06-30 .
- Modelled paths: The Q3 2026 earnings release is expected to test the market’s appetite for BlackRock’s growth story, with modeled bull and bear paths reflecting the range of possible outcomes.
- Past catalysts: The Q2 2026 earnings release saw the stock rise 18.2% from event to outcome date, aligning with the bull trajectory.
The schedule
- Wed4Nov
The Q3 2026 earnings release is a key event that will provide insight into BlackRock's performance during the third quarter of 2026. The report will highlight the company's AUM growth and overall market performance, which are critical indicators of its financial health and strategic direction. Investors will be closely watching for guidance on future outlook and any changes in the company's strategic priorities. This event is expected to have a significant impact on the stock price due to its relevance to key financial metrics and market sentiment.
- Tue9Feb
- Fri7May
- Thu5Aug
Past
- Tue22Sep
Actual outcome: Bull · $1,072.96 at outcome
- Wed5Aug
Actual outcome: Bull · $1,136.39 at outcome
Stock rose 18.2% from event to outcome date, aligning with the bull trajectory.
Stock rose 18.2% from event to outcome date, aligning with the bull trajectory.
- Fri17Apr
Actual outcome: Bull · $1,044.97 at outcome
BlackRock delivered a "blowout" Q1 2026, significantly beating consensus estimates with 27% revenue growth and $130 billion in net inflows, driven by record ETF demand and momentum in private markets. The stock cleared the bull target as operating margins expanded to 44.5% and major analysts raised price targets following the strong organic base-fee growth and double-digit earnings expansion.
BlackRock delivered a "blowout" Q1 2026, significantly beating consensus estimates with 27% revenue growth and $130 billion in net inflows, driven by record ETF demand and momentum in private markets. The stock cleared the bull target as operating margins expanded to 44.5% and major analysts raised price targets following the strong organic base-fee growth and double-digit earnings expansion.
- Fri3Apr
Actual outcome: Bear · $999.31 at outcome
BlackRock reported Q1 2026 EPS of $14.24, exactly matching consensus estimates. Although the stock ultimately rose 3.4% by the outcome date, the in-line earnings and AUM update initially disappointed investors, causing shares to dip and breach the $980 bear floor during the period. This intra-period drop triggers a bear classification despite the subsequent recovery.
BlackRock reported Q1 2026 EPS of $14.24, exactly matching consensus estimates. Although the stock ultimately rose 3.4% by the outcome date, the in-line earnings and AUM update initially disappointed investors, causing shares to dip and breach the $980 bear floor during the period. This intra-period drop triggers a bear classification despite the subsequent recovery.
- Sun15Feb
Actual outcome: Bear · $1,035.00 at outcome
BlackRock's stock price remained pinned near the $1,070 bear floor as the fiscal debt ceiling debate triggered a risk-off environment, impacting sentiment for major asset managers. The stock's inability to rally was further hindered by a series of class-action lawsuits and fiduciary duty investigations announced by multiple law firms, alongside news of insider selling by Director Stephen Cohen.
BlackRock's stock price remained pinned near the $1,070 bear floor as the fiscal debt ceiling debate triggered a risk-off environment, impacting sentiment for major asset managers. The stock's inability to rally was further hindered by a series of class-action lawsuits and fiduciary duty investigations announced by multiple law firms, alongside news of insider selling by Director Stephen Cohen.
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