- Our analysis of eighty five BlackRock funds found wide variation in results, with only a small number delivering consistently strong performance compared with their sector averages.
- BlackRock Gold and General was one of the standout performers, achieving 104.50% over one year and 134.78% over five years.
- Among multi asset funds, MyMap 6 delivered 45.22% over three years, while MyMap 5 returned 37.56% over the same period.
- In global equities, Overseas Equity produced 82.11% over five years, significantly ahead of the sector average of 54.79%.
- Despite these strong performers, more than sixty percent of BlackRock funds underperformed, showing how important careful fund selection is for long term growth.
BlackRock is one of the largest asset managers in the world and a significant provider of funds to UK investors. Its range spans global equities, fixed income, multi asset portfolios and specialist sectors, making BlackRock a familiar presence within many UK investment portfolios. The group’s scale and long established industry reputation have contributed to its widespread use among retail investors.
Our latest review assessed the performance of eighty five BlackRock funds available to UK investors. The results show a broad variation in outcomes. A number of funds delivered competitive returns over the one, three and five year periods assessed, while many others did not keep pace with the stronger performers within their respective sectors.
This report highlights ten of the best performing BlackRock funds over the past one, three and five years. The downloadable full report provides a complete breakdown of the performance, sector ranking and rating for all eighty five BlackRock funds, offering clear insight into which funds have demonstrated stronger results and which have lagged behind their sector peers.
BlackRock Fund Performance Summary
Our review of the eighty five BlackRock funds highlights a wide range of outcomes. Only two funds achieved a five star Yodelar Rating, indicating the highest level of consistent performance over the periods assessed. A further seventeen funds were rated four stars, placing them among the stronger performers within the BlackRock range.
The remainder of the range delivered more mixed results. Twelve funds were rated three stars, while a larger proportion sat at the lower end of the scale, with thirty three funds receiving two stars and twenty one receiving one star. In total, more than sixty percent of the BlackRock funds assessed delivered performance below their sector averages over the one, three and five year periods.
The figures illustrate a clear disparity within the BlackRock range. A small group of funds has produced competitive returns, whereas a much larger portion has delivered performance below the levels achieved by stronger sector peers. For investors, this underlines the importance of assessing each fund on its individual merits rather than relying on brand familiarity alone.
Top Performing BlackRock Funds
The table of top performing funds identifies ten BlackRock strategies that have delivered stronger results than their sector averages over all key periods assessed. These funds represent the most competitive part of the wider BlackRock range and demonstrate where the group has been able to add meaningful long term value for investors .
BlackRock Consensus 100 Fund
Consensus 100 is designed for investors seeking full equity exposure through a diversified global portfolio. Rather than relying on active stock picking, the fund blends a range of index building blocks to provide broad market exposure with a clear and disciplined structure. This approach has delivered strong long term results. Over five years, the fund has achieved 77.36% growth compared with the IA Global sector average of 54.79%. Its consistent performance reflects the benefit of maintaining a straightforward, cost-efficient structure that tracks the long term trends of global equity markets without unnecessary complexity.
BlackRock Consensus 85 Fund
Consensus 85 follows the same philosophy as Consensus 100 but with a more balanced blend of assets. It holds a lower proportion in equities and a higher allocation in diversifying assets such as bonds, which help reduce volatility. This structure has supported smooth and competitive long term growth. Over three years, the fund has returned 36.23%, significantly ahead of the Mixed Investment 40 to 85 sector average of 29.35%. The fund’s disciplined asset mix contributes to its strong five year performance and places it among the highest rated funds in its sector.
BlackRock Corporate Bond 1 to 10 Year Fund
This fund focuses on high quality corporate bonds with maturities between one and ten years. The shorter maturity range reduces sensitivity to interest rate swings and helps provide a steadier long term return profile. In a period that has been challenging for many bond strategies, this fund has delivered positive results that stand out within its sector. Its five year gain of 4.54% compares favourably with the sector’s negative average. The fund’s disciplined approach to managing risk within the investment grade bond universe has supported returns at a time when many competitors have faced difficulties.
BlackRock Developed World Fossil Fuel Screened Index Fund
This fund tracks global equities while excluding companies with significant involvement in fossil fuel production. This exclusion method has resulted in a larger allocation toward global companies in technology, healthcare and consumer sectors that have delivered stronger long term growth. The result is a global index fund with a track record that surpasses many peers. It has delivered 81.56% growth over five years, materially ahead of the IA Global sector average. It remains one of BlackRock’s most competitive passive strategies.
BlackRock Global Equity Fund
BlackRock Global Equity is an actively managed strategy that aims to capture long term growth from leading companies around the world. The fund focuses on financially resilient businesses with strong competitive advantages, which helps maintain stability through changing market conditions. Over five years, it has returned 78.56%, again comfortably exceeding the IA Global sector average. Its ability to hold consistent long term winners has contributed to its competitive ranking over the periods assessed.
BlackRock Gold and General Fund
Gold and General remains one of BlackRock’s best known specialist funds. It invests primarily in gold mining and natural resources companies, giving investors exposure to movements in precious metals markets. The fund has delivered exceptional long term results, with one year growth of 104.50% and three year growth of 167.65%. Over five years, it has achieved 134.78% compared with a sector average of 40.77%. Its strong results reflect the performance of gold related equities during periods of global uncertainty, which the fund has captured effectively through its focused approach.
BlackRock MyMap 5 Fund
MyMap 5 is part of BlackRock’s risk managed multi asset range. It blends a diversified mix of global equities, bonds and alternative holdings in a way that aims to deliver steady long term results without excessive fluctuations. This simple but disciplined structure has helped the fund outperform many of its peers. Over three years, it returned 37.56% against a sector average of 27.02%, while also maintaining a strong five year profile. Its appeal lies in offering broad diversification in a clear, low cost format.
BlackRock MyMap 6 Fund
MyMap 6 takes a slightly higher risk approach than MyMap 5, with a larger allocation to global equities. This has allowed it to capture stronger long term growth while maintaining a diverse asset mix. Its three year growth of 45.22% places it among the top ranked funds in the Volatility Managed sector, and its five year results also remain comfortably ahead of peers. The fund benefits from a well structured allocation that allows it to participate in global equity market rises while remaining diversified enough to manage short term uncertainty.
BlackRock Overseas Equity Fund
This fund invests in a concentrated selection of established global companies. It aims to identify long term winners by focusing on firms with durable business models and strong financial characteristics. The fund has achieved meaningful outperformance across all key periods, including a five year return of 82.11% compared with the IA Global average of 54.79%. Its selective approach has helped it maintain a competitive position within its sector.
BlackRock US Dynamic Fund
US Dynamic focuses on companies that BlackRock believes can deliver sustained growth over the long term. Many of these companies have been at the forefront of innovation, and the fund’s ability to hold these winners through different market periods has contributed to its impressive results. It has delivered 103.22% over five years and ranks near the top of the IA North America sector across all periods assessed. Its consistent long term performance reflects a clear and disciplined growth approach.
Conclusion
BlackRock’s fund range is extensive, and while the group demonstrates clear strengths in areas such as global equities, specialist commodities and multi asset portfolios, performance across the full range is mixed. A small number of funds deliver strong, consistent results, but many others have underperformed their sector averages over the one, three and five year periods reviewed.
This wide variation in outcomes shows that choosing BlackRock funds without assessing their performance relative to sector competitors can lead to weaker long term results. Identifying the strongest strategies can add meaningful value, but doing so requires a clear and data driven approach that examines performance over multiple timeframes.
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