BlackRock Inc. is investing approximately $25 billion over the next year to strengthen its position in the infrastructure and private credit sectors. This move is aimed at establishing BlackRock as one of the top five players in these markets.
To retain the talent acquired through recent acquisitions, the company has set aside $1.33 billion for retention packages, with an average value of $1 million per new employee. This approach not only incentivizes the firm's latest hires but also allows them to maintain a significant portion of the carried interest from their existing investment strategies, ensuring their commitment to the firm's growth objectives.