SCHEDULE 13G/A: BlackRock Amends iShares, Inc. Stake, Reports 3.9% Beneficial Ownership
Beneficial Ownership Report
BlackRock, Inc. has filed an Amendment No. 5 to its Schedule 13G, disclosing a 3.9% beneficial ownership stake in iShares, Inc. as of March 31, 2025.
Summary
- BlackRock, Inc. filed an Amendment No. 5 to Schedule 13G regarding its beneficial ownership in iShares, Inc. Common Stock.
- As of March 31, 2025, BlackRock, Inc. beneficially owns an aggregate of 7,691,236 shares of iShares, Inc. Common Stock.
- This aggregate ownership represents 3.9% of the total outstanding class of securities.
- BlackRock, Inc. holds sole voting power and sole dispositive power over all 7,691,236 shares.
- It was noted that BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited, a subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc., beneficially owns 5% or greater of the outstanding shares of the security class.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: Neutral, as this is a routine compliance filing disclosing beneficial ownership, with no explicit positive or negative operational or financial news.
Future Outlook
NA
Management Comments
- "The securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities."
- "After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct."
Industry Context
This Schedule 13G filing indicates BlackRock, a leading global asset manager, holds a significant passive stake in iShares, Inc. This is a routine disclosure for large institutional investors managing various funds and portfolios, demonstrating compliance with SEC beneficial ownership reporting requirements for stakes crossing certain thresholds.
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power of Attorney Update | BlackRock, Inc. updated its Power of Attorney, revoking a previous one dated April 30, 2023, and appointing new attorneys-in-fact for executing and filing SEC and other regulatory documents. | 2025-01-21 | Streamlines the process for BlackRock's authorized personnel to execute and file necessary regulatory documents, ensuring ongoing compliance with ownership and control-person reporting requirements. |
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: Provides transparency regarding a significant institutional holder's stake, confirming BlackRock's passive investment intent.
- Regulatory Authorities: Fulfills SEC disclosure requirements for beneficial ownership, ensuring market transparency.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2023-04-30 | Date of previous Power of Attorney, which has been revoked. |
| 2025-01-21 | Effective date of the new Power of Attorney for BlackRock, Inc. |
| 2025-03-31 | Date of event which requires the filing of this statement (reporting period end date for beneficial ownership). |
| 2025-04-22 | Date of filing and signature of the Schedule 13G Amendment No. 5. |
Keywords
BlackRock, iShares, SEC Filing, Schedule 13G, Beneficial Ownership, Common Stock, Institutional Investor, Asset Management, Investment Fund
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