Commentary

BlackRock faces big challenges over private markets index fund ambitions

If the asset management giant hopes to replicate its successes in public markets, it may well fall short

Valuations and liquidity in alternatives are just two hurdles for managers trying to make passive products
Valuations and liquidity in alternatives are just two hurdles for managers trying to make passive products Photo: Getty Images

David Wighton is a columnist at Financial News

Larry Fink was in celebratory mood during his trip to Germany at the end of September. In a series of interviews, the BlackRock boss toasted the 25th anniversary of the giant investment firm’s flotation and the completion of its $12.5bn acquisition of Global Infrastructure Partners.

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