1. BlackRock's $130 Billion Q1 Haul Signals Fee Boom and Market Power Shift
BlackRock Inc. has demonstrated formidable market power, pulling in a net $130 billion of client cash in the first quarter. This massive inflow wasn't just a win for assets under management; it was a strategic victory driven by a deliberate pivot toward higher-fee products, a move that directly fueled earnings surpassi...