Blackstone: Irresistible Long-Term Value
Blackstone reported strong 2Q25 results, beating earnings and revenue estimates, with record assets under management and robust capital inflows, especially from institutional investors. Fee-related earnings surged 31% YoY, driving a 26% increase in distributable profits and supporting an 11% QoQ dividend hike, with an 85% payout ratio. The positive outlook for M&A and IPO markets, combined with Blackstone's capital-raising strength, underpins my continued Buy rating and 10% upside target.
Blackstone Executive Killed in Manhattan Shooting
A gunman opened fire in a busy New York office building on Monday, killing three people before turning the gun on himself.
Shots Fired at New York Building Housing Blackstone's Office
Blackstone employees shared messages that there was a shooter in the lobby and warned each other not to go downstairs, an employee said.
Blackstone: The Gold Standard In Alternative Assets (Rating Downgrade)
Blackstone's growth is driven by its scale, diversified business segments, and leadership in alternative asset management, with $1.2 trillion AUM and strong fee income growth. The firm's expansion in private wealth, credit, insurance, and infrastructure positions it for continued innovation and outsized growth opportunities across global markets. Despite trading near all-time valuation highs, I'm recommending a Hold rating, given my low-cost basis and Blackstone's robust long-term growth prospects.
Blackstone Inc. (BX) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX ) Q2 2025 Earnings Conference Call July 24, 2025 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Jonathan D. Gray - General Partner, President, COO & Director Michael S.
GBOOY or BX: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors with an interest in Financial - Miscellaneous Services stocks have likely encountered both Grupo Financiero Banorte SAB de CV (GBOOY) and Blackstone Inc. (BX). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
The economy is buoyant and IPO activity is on the rise: Blackstone
Blackstone leaders said IPO and M&A activity are picking up after a yearslong dip Steve Schwarzman said the firm is preparing "a number of companies" for IPOs in the coming quarters. He pointed to the recent IPO of a portfolio company as an indicator of what's to come.
Blackstone Results Pop on Higher Fees, Assets Under Management
Blackstone (BX) shares gained after the investment management firm posted better-than-expected results and raised its dividend as fees and assets under management (AUM) took off.
Blackstone Q2 Earnings Beat as AUM Hits Record High on Solid Inflows
BX beats Q2 earnings estimates as AUM climbs to a record $1.21T, fueled by $52.1B in inflows and strong segment revenue growth.
Blackstone Inc. (BX) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates
Blackstone Inc. (BX) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.21 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.11 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.96 per share a year ago.
Shorooq, the 'Blackstone of the Middle East' wants to shake up global finance
Often dubbed the "Blackstone of the Middle East", UAE venture capital firm Shorooq Partners has bigger ambitions to be a "Shorooq for the world" by being a "multi-dimensional" investor. Bilal Baloch, Partner at Shorooq talks more about how it's expanding beyond venture capital to private credit, why Saudi Arabia is key to its strategy, and its next big bet - in AI.
Blackstone exits consortium planning to invest in TikTok's US business
Blackstone Inc (NYSE:BX) has reportedly left a group preparing to invest in TikTok's US operations, according to Reuters. The consortium, led by Susquehanna International Group and General Atlantic, intended to separate TikTok's US business from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, with American investors controlling 80% of the US operations and ByteDance retaining a minority stake.
