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BlackRock Inc. (NYSE: BLK), the world’s largest asset manager, is cutting hundreds of jobs across its global operations as it continues to manage rising costs and reshape its long-term strategy. According to a Bloomberg News report citing people familiar with the matter, the workforce reduction amounts to roughly 1% of BlackRock’s total headcount, or about 250 employees worldwide.
The job cuts span multiple divisions, including investment teams and sales operations, highlighting a broad-based effort to streamline expenses rather than targeting a single business unit. BlackRock employs more than 20,000 people globally, and the latest round of layoffs reflects ongoing pressure across Wall Street as major financial firms adjust to changing market conditions, slower asset inflows, and tighter cost controls.
This move comes as Chief Executive Officer Larry Fink continues to reshape BlackRock’s business model, with a strong emphasis on expanding into alternative investments such as private credit, infrastructure, and private equity. In July, BlackRock completed a $12 billion acquisition of HPS Investment Partners, a private credit firm, a deal that significantly bolstered its alternatives platform. The integration of HPS has also brought new leadership into the organization, contributing to operational changes across the firm.
In addition, BlackRock is preparing to launch new investment products designed specifically for wealthy retail investors, aiming to capture demand for alternative assets beyond traditional institutional clients. While these strategic initiatives signal growth ambitions, the company is simultaneously seeking efficiencies as it balances investment spending with profitability.
The latest job reductions follow two similar rounds of layoffs carried out last year, each also cutting about 1% of BlackRock’s workforce. Those earlier cuts underscored management’s willingness to make incremental adjustments rather than sweeping layoffs.
As market volatility persists and competition intensifies in asset management, BlackRock’s decision to reduce headcount reflects a broader industry trend. Major Wall Street firms are increasingly focused on cost discipline while repositioning their businesses for long-term growth in higher-margin investment segments.
