Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2024-12-03
BlackRock to Acquire HPS Investment Partners
BlackRock, Inc. announced the acquisition of HPS Investment Partners, a leading global credit investment manager, for approximately $12 billion. The transaction is structured with 100% of the consideration paid in BlackRock equity. The deal is expected to close in mid-2025, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. The acquisition will create an integrated private credit franchise with approximately $220 billion in client assets and is expected to increase BlackRock's private markets fee-paying AUM and management fees by 40% and 35%, respectively.
- Filer
- BlackRock Inc. BLK · NYSE
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- Accession
- 0001193125-24-269350
- CIK
- 0002012383
- Signal
- Medium impactFinancial Services
- Source
- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About BlackRock Inc.
BlackRock Inc. is a global investment management corporation renowned for its comprehensive array of investment and advisory services. Founded in 1988, the firm has emerged as one of the world's largest asset managers, with trillions of dollars under management. BlackRock's primary function is to provide investment solutions to an extensive client base, including individuals, corporations, governments, and foundations. The corporation is notable for its expansive suite of offerings, which encompass mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and other associated investment vehicles. Its iShares product line represents one of the most significant ETF platforms worldwide, influencing both retail and institutional sectors across diverse markets. The firm's technological innovation, epitomized by its Aladdin platform, integrates risk management, advisory services, and enterprise investment systems, thereby enhancing decision-making and investment efficiency. BlackRock plays a pivotal role in the financial market, impacting capital flows and investment trends globally, while also engaging with crucial aspects like environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria, increasingly shaping corporate practices and investor expectations.
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