BlackRock Group
BlackRock Group, led by CEO Larry Fink, is one of the world's largest asset management firms, renowned for its influential role in global finance. Fink, who has been at the helm since the firm's inception, has guided BlackRock through significant growth, emphasizing technology and sustainability in investment strategies. The firm's investment philosophy typically revolves around diversified portfolios and risk management, leveraging advanced analytics and comprehensive market data.
AUM figures shown are calculated by summing the reported market value of all positions in SEC 13F-HR filings β not the fund's actual assets under management.
- Excludes cash, bonds, private equity, short positions, and foreign-listed stocks not required to be reported.
- For PUT and CALL options, the reported Value is the notional value of the underlying shares β not the option premium paid. This significantly overstates the actual capital at risk.
- Actual fund AUM is typically higher and includes strategies, instruments, and positions that never appear in a 13F.
- 13F filings cover institutional managers with β₯$100M in 13F securities. Positions reflect end-of-quarter holdings, disclosed up to 45 days after the period ends.
Data sourced from SEC EDGAR. This tracker is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
Portfolio Holdings
Top 30 positions
| Ticker | Issuer | Notional | Port % | @ Filing | Now (EOD) | Since Filing | Allocation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAPL | $5.61B | 2.67% | $26.72 | $312.68 | +1070.2% | 2.7% | |
| MSFT | $4.09B | 1.95% | $56.05 | $391.86 | +599.1% | 1.9% | |
| XOM | $3.13B | 1.49% | $59.91 | $139.59 | +133.0% | 1.5% | |
| JNJ | $2.95B | 1.40% | $89.31 | $266.62 | +198.5% | 1.4% | |
| JPM | $2.79B | 1.33% | $67.56 | $338.58 | +401.1% | 1.3% | |
| AMZN | $2.55B | 1.21% | $37.68 | $245.81 | +552.4% | 1.2% | |
| META | $2.32B | 1.11% | $115.84 | $620.39 | +435.6% | 1.1% | |
| GEXXXX | $2.19B | 1.04% | β | β | 1.0% | ||
| GOOG | $2.18B | 1.04% | $38.96 | $365.61 | +838.4% | 1.0% | |
| T | $2.18B | 1.04% | $16.66 | $21.00 | +26.1% | 1.0% | |
| WFC | $2.17B | 1.03% | $43.12 | $87.34 | +102.5% | 1.0% | |
| PFE | $2.11B | 1.01% | $20.43 | $24.00 | +17.5% | 1.0% | |
| BAC | $2.10B | 1.00% | $18.18 | $60.06 | +230.4% | 1.0% | |
| CVX | $1.98B | 0.94% | $78.75 | $171.91 | +118.3% | 0.9% | |
| GOOGL | $1.91B | 0.91% | $40.05 | $369.00 | +821.4% | 0.9% | |
| VZ | $1.91B | 0.91% | $32.78 | $42.67 | +30.2% | 0.9% | |
| PG | $1.88B | 0.90% | $65.10 | $151.48 | +132.7% | 0.9% | |
| BRKB | $1.86B | 0.88% | β | β | 0.9% | ||
| CSCO | $1.68B | 0.80% | $22.88 | $112.50 | +391.7% | 0.8% | |
| C | $1.64B | 0.78% | $45.23 | $141.50 | +212.8% | 0.8% | |
| INTC | $1.62B | 0.77% | $29.88 | $110.61 | +270.2% | 0.8% | |
| UNH | $1.60B | 0.76% | $138.07 | $425.70 | +208.3% | 0.8% | |
| MRK | $1.58B | 0.75% | $42.87 | $128.55 | +199.9% | 0.8% | |
| CMCSA | $1.51B | 0.72% | $25.14 | $23.42 | -6.8% | 0.7% | |
| HD | $1.46B | 0.69% | $107.38 | $346.12 | +222.3% | 0.7% | |
| KO | $1.45B | 0.69% | $31.10 | $83.89 | +169.7% | 0.7% | |
| DIS | $1.38B | 0.66% | $98.49 | $97.29 | -1.2% | 0.7% | |
| BABA | $1.35B | 0.64% | $83.38 | $98.14 | +17.7% | 0.6% | |
| PEP | $1.33B | 0.64% | $78.17 | $145.00 | +85.5% | 0.6% | |
| IBM | $1.32B | 0.63% | $107.11 | $310.67 | +190.1% | 0.6% |
Quarter-on-Quarter Activity
Q4 2016 vs. Q3 2016
New Positions (8)
| Ticker | Issuer | Notional |
|---|---|---|
| YUMC | $123.0M | |
| L100PS | $71.1M | |
| AGNC | $56.5M | |
| EVHC | $38.3M | |
| LW | $27.7M | |
| ATH | $20.6M | |
| ADNT | $18.7M | |
| EWT | $18.6M |
Exited Positions (8)
| Ticker | Issuer | Notional |
|---|---|---|
| LNKD | $132.9M | |
| AAXXXX | $117.8M | |
| AGNCXXXX | $60.9M | |
| ITC | $39.0M | |
| IMS | $29.3M | |
| BAMXXXX | $27.9M | |
| CCIPRA | $25.7M | |
| PPS | $25.6M |
Increased (8)
| Ticker | Issuer | Notional | Shares Ξ | Since Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GILD | $1.02B | +68600.9% | ||
| AMGN | $1.06B | +52781.4% | ||
| CPUT | $1.64B | +43410.9% | +212.8% | |
| ABBV | $889.7M | +41789.3% | ||
| BIIB | $619.1M | +29918.8% | ||
| MS | $584.0M | +21778.0% | ||
| ACN | $773.9M | +21666.4% | ||
| IVV | $473.4M | +10516.5% |
Trimmed (8)
| Ticker | Issuer | Notional | Shares Ξ | Since Filing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPMCALL | $-2098.3M | -99.8% | +401.1% | |
| JPMCALL | $-2092.4M | -99.6% | +401.1% | |
| WFCPUT | $-1764.8M | -99.5% | +102.5% | |
| BACPUT | $-1416.8M | -99.4% | +230.4% | |
| PSTB | $-11.0M | -99.4% | ||
| CPUT | $-1235.1M | -99.3% | +212.8% | |
| GMCALL | $-337.0M | -99.0% | ||
| SASR | $-27.9M | -98.6% |
Quarter Activity
During the quarter, BlackRock Group initiated notable new positions in YUMC, L100PS, and AGNC, with investments valued at $123 million, $71 million, and $56 million respectively. The fund exited several positions including LNKD and AAXXXX, which were previously valued at $133 million and $118 million. Additionally, there was a significant increase in holdings in GILD, AMGN, and C, with the fund raising its stakes by $68.6 billion, $52.8 billion, and $43.4 billion respectively.
AI Commentary
<p>BlackRock Group's portfolio showcases a strong concentration in technology and financial sectors, with top holdings including Apple Inc (AAPL) and Microsoft Corp (MSFT), representing 2.7% and 1.9% of the total AUM respectively. Other significant investments include Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM), Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), and JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM), indicating a diversified top-tier investment strategy across various industries. The presence of major tech companies like Amazon.com Inc (AMZN), Facebook Inc (META), and Alphabet Inc (GOOG) further emphasizes BlackRockβs conviction in the growth potential of the tech sector.</p> <p>The recent quarter's activity suggests a strategic shift in BlackRockβs investment approach. The closure of positions in LinkedIn (LNKD) and other stocks, alongside the complete sell-offs in JPMorgan Chase & Co (JPM) and Wells Fargo & Co (WFC), indicates a possible reallocation or risk aversion within the financial sector. Conversely, the substantial increases in positions such as Gilead Sciences Inc (GILD) and Amgen Inc (AMGN) highlight a growing focus on the biotechnology sector. New positions in companies like Yum China Holdings Inc (YUMC) and AGNC Investment Corp (AGNC) suggest exploratory moves into new or previously underweighted sectors, potentially signaling optimism in these areas.</p>