BlackRock, Inc. (BLK) Q1 2009 Earnings Results

BlackRock Misses on EPS, Stock Up 12.3%

Despite missing EPS expectations, BlackRock's stock rose by 12.3% following the earnings report. This increase may reflect investor optimism about the company's ability to manage costs and navigate market challenges. The lack of revenue data and guidance leaves some uncertainty about future performance.

The print

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Actual vs. consensus

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.62	N/A	-22.98%
Revenue	N/A	N/A	N/A

Management

Management commentary

Tone: Defensive

Overall, management expressed caution regarding future market volatility. They highlighted efforts to navigate through the current economic landscape.

Management acknowledged the challenging market conditions.

They emphasized a focus on cost management and operational efficiency.

BlackRock Misses on EPS, Stock Up 12.3%

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BlackRock Misses on EPS, Stock Up 12.3%

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