Global Private Credit and Alternative Lending Market Strategic Report, 2026-2031 | AUM Set to Reach USD 3.36 Trillion as AI Infrastructure and Bank Retrenchment Drive Growth

The global private credit and alternative lending market is projected to reach USD 3.36 trillion by 2031, growing at 7.8% CAGR from a 2026 base of USD 2.31 trillion. Growth is driven by AI/data-center infrastructure debt, insurance-linked capital, and bank retrenchment, though the market faced liquidity stress in 2025-26 concentrated in retail-facing vehicles, resulting in significant redemption pressures and market capitalization losses for major managers.

10/21/2026, 4:59 AM • GlobeNewswire

BlackRock Is Building a Bitcoin ETF for Investors Who Can't Stomach the Swings

BlackRock filed a preliminary prospectus for the iShares Bitcoin Managed Protection ETF (PBIT), a buffered Bitcoin fund designed to limit losses while capping gains. The fund uses options on IBIT and Treasury bills to provide downside protection of roughly 10% per tranche, but crucial details like management fees remain blank. The product targets risk-averse investors but involves complex tax implications and could launch as early as January 2027.

10/20/2026, 3:49 PM • The Motley Fool

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink Thinks a Data Center Moratorium Could Trigger a Recession. If He's Right, Here's What History Says to Do Next.

BlackRock CEO Larry Fink warned that a data center moratorium could trigger a U.S. recession, citing that AI capital expenditures are critical to economic growth. Goldman Sachs research shows nearly half of S&P 500 earnings growth in 2026 is attributed to AI-related investment. However, historical analysis suggests the best strategy during recessions is to stay invested in diversified portfolios, as markets typically recover and hit new highs.

10/20/2026, 7:50 AM • The Motley Fool

BlackRock® Canada Announces October Cash Distributions for the iShares® ETFs

BlackRock Canada announced October 2026 monthly cash distributions for 80+ iShares ETFs listed on TSX and Cboe Canada, with distribution amounts ranging from $0.00 to $0.200 per unit. Distributions are payable on October 30, 2026 to unitholders of record as of October 27, 2026.

10/20/2026, 5:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

BlackRock: 3 Key Takeaways for Long-Term Investors

BlackRock reported $205 billion in net inflows during Q3 2026, bringing assets under management to $15.5 trillion. The firm is expanding into private credit and AI infrastructure financing, achieving 11% organic base fee growth for nine consecutive quarters above its 5% target. Active ETFs drove record inflows of $22 billion in the quarter, positioning BlackRock to capture market share as institutional clients shift toward private markets and technology-driven portfolio management.

10/16/2026, 10:48 PM • The Motley Fool

Gereglementeerde informatie: Openbaarmaking van transparantiekennisgeving van BlackRock, Inc.

BlackRock, Inc. disclosed that its shareholding in Fagron has dropped below the 3% notification threshold, falling to 2.96% as of October 12, 2026. The decrease resulted from the transfer of voting rights-bearing securities, despite the acquisition of financial instruments equivalent to voting rights. BlackRock now holds 2,015,779 shares and 166,184 equivalent financial instruments across multiple subsidiary entities.

10/16/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Regulated information: Disclosure of a transparency notification from BlackRock, Inc.

BlackRock, Inc. disclosed that its shareholding in Fagron has crossed below the 3% disclosure threshold following the disposal of voting securities. As of October 12, 2026, BlackRock holds 2,181,963 voting rights (2.96% of total voting rights) in Fagron through various subsidiary entities and financial instruments.

10/16/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Breakfast News: Week in Review

Tech stocks faced headwinds this week as inflation concerns and rising bond yields pressured AI-related companies like Nvidia and Broadcom. CoreWeave's debt spike to $52 billion with 15% bond yields reignited AI debt bubble fears. Despite strong earnings, TSMC, Johnson & Johnson, and Morgan Stanley all sold off, while JPMorgan rallied on solid lending metrics. Consumer spending signals remain mixed, with JPMorgan seeing strength but Domino's warning of economic headwinds. Rocket Lab delayed Neutron's first flight to 2027 due to manufacturing issues. Valuation concerns persist across tech, with ASML, Atlassian, and Klarna highlighting the importance of entry price.

10/16/2026, 7:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Most New Investors Pick the Wrong Stocks First. Here's What I'd Buy Instead.

New investors often chase hyper-speculative stocks driven by market hype rather than fundamentals. The article recommends a diversified approach starting with S&P 500 ETFs, then adding established companies with clear business models and proven staying power: Qualcomm, BlackRock, Roku, Walmart, and Brookfield Infrastructure.

10/15/2026, 6:05 AM • The Motley Fool

Is Ethereum a Good Investment? I Think So, but Only for 5% of Your Portfolio.

The author recommends Ethereum as a good investment but advises limiting it to no more than 5% of a total diversified portfolio and 20% of a crypto allocation. While Ethereum's massive historical returns are unlikely to repeat, it remains valuable as a broad bet on crypto's future due to its dominance in DeFi, tokenized assets, and stablecoins. The constrained allocation helps manage volatility and makes potential crashes survivable.

10/12/2026, 12:04 PM • The Motley Fool

Tryg-aktier handles eksklusive udbytte

Tryg's Supervisory Board approved Q1-Q3 2026 interim results showing record-high insurance service result of DKK 2,454m with improved combined ratio of 76.8%. BlackRock has reduced its shareholding in Tryg. Technip Energies secured a large EPC contract from HPCL for a Mumbai refinery modernization project.

10/12/2026, 2:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Tryg shares are traded ex-dividend

Tryg's Supervisory Board approved Q1-Q3 2026 interim results showing a record-high insurance service result of DKK 2,454m with an improved combined ratio of 76.8%. Separately, BlackRock has notified Tryg of a reduction in its shareholding stake.

10/12/2026, 2:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Here's the 1 Crypto I'd Buy If I Could Pick Only One

Despite other cryptocurrencies outperforming in the short term, Bitcoin remains the best single cryptocurrency investment due to its 17-year track record, demonstrated staying power through multiple market cycles, and unique ability to act as a portfolio diversifier with uncorrelated returns to traditional assets.

10/11/2026, 12:03 PM • The Motley Fool

Should You Buy Stocks in October? History’s Answer is Strikingly Clear.

Despite October's historical association with major market crashes, data shows the S&P 500 has risen 66% of the time in October since 1991 and 61% of Octobers since 1957 have been positive. The article argues that long-term investors should buy quality stocks at reasonable valuations in October, as historical performance demonstrates that holding stocks for years typically results in gains, even after major market downturns.

10/08/2026, 4:02 AM • The Motley Fool

Turning Savings into Security: Canadians Feel on Track for Retirement, But Worry About What Comes Next

BlackRock's first Canada Read on Retirement report reveals that while 61% of Canadian workplace plan participants feel on track for retirement savings, significant concerns persist about retirement security. Key findings show 68% worry about outliving savings, 72% may reduce contributions, and 90% want better lifetime financial smoothing. The report highlights a gap between savings confidence and retirement security, pointing to opportunities for improved plan design, investment strategies, and retirement guidance tools.

10/06/2026, 8:00 AM • GlobeNewswire