BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) — Stock Score Summary

BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) has a MoatMap StockRank of 45/100 based on Quality (64/100), Value (20/100), and Momentum (47/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. BlackRock, Inc. is a leading US financial services company (asset manager). It is undoubtedly a high-quality business with strong brand recognition, scale, and network effects, aligning well with the 'Durable Quality & Moats' theme. Its asset-light model and strong FCF generation meet the Terry Smith/Buffett criteria. However, with a 'STRONG_SELL' signal and an average quality score (Q: 49) relative to its market dominance, the *asymmetric* macro inflection point is less clear. While it benefits from market flows into quality, its size means the market is unlikely to have 'missed' its fundamental strength. The thesis for a major alpha generation in 18 months, beyond being a safe haven, is not immediately apparent, given the strict Druckenmiller lens requirements.

BlackRock, Inc. is the world's largest asset manager, offering a comprehensive suite of investment management, risk management, and technology solutions to institutional and retail clients globally. Its competitive moat is built upon unparalleled scale, a diverse product lineup including the dominant iShares ETF franchise, and the industry-leading Aladdin risk analytics platform. BlackRock's significant market share and technological prowess solidify its position as a critical partner in global financial markets.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$1K
Market Cap$164.2B
P/E (TTM)27.25
P/E (Forward)17.83
Price/Book2.96
Return on Equity11.9%
Return on Invested Capital4.9%
Debt/Equity23.64
Gross Margin46.9%
Operating Margin35.6%
Revenue Growth27.0%
Dividend Yield2.1%
Free Cash Flow$7.1B

BlackRock, Inc. operates in the Asset Management industry, part of the Financial Services sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BlackRock, Inc.’s (BLK) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) is 45/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (64), Value (20), and Momentum (47) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 15,000+ stock universe.
Does BlackRock, Inc. have an economic moat?
BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) has a Quality factor score of 64/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is BlackRock, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 45/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is BlackRock, Inc. in?
BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically the Asset Management industry (United States).