The BlackRock Bamboozle

The Centuries-long Plan for a Global Monopoly

By: Susan Bradford

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

The BlackRock Bamboozle is a groundbreaking investigative book that uncovers the history, influence, and far‑reaching impact of BlackRock—now one of the most powerful financial institutions in the world. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, this book traces the ascent of CEO Larry Fink, whose vision transformed BlackRock from a modest risk‑management startup into a global financial titan overseeing trillions in assets.
Readers are taken deep inside the evolution of modern finance, exploring how BlackRock’s technologies, investment strategies, and advisory roles reshaped markets, governments, and corporate governance across the globe. The book examines how the firm’s influence expanded during pivotal moments in recent U.S. economic policy, including how the Trump administration’s approach to deregulation, market intervention, and financial advisory relationships intersected with BlackRock’s growing reach. Drawing on public records, expert commentary, and historical context, the narrative highlights how these dynamics contributed to shifts in global financial power.
Key themes include:
The origins and rise of BlackRock as a dominant force in global finance
Larry Fink’s leadership style, strategic decisions, and long‑term vision
The development and influence of Aladdin, BlackRock’s powerful risk‑analysis platform
How global crises—from the 2008 financial collapse to the COVID‑19 economic response—expanded the firm’s role
The ways U.S. administrations, including the Trump administration, shaped regulatory and economic environments that affected BlackRock’s trajectory
The broader implications for democracy, markets, and the future of global capitalism
Perfect for readers of investigative nonfiction, economic history, and political economy, The BlackRock Bamboozle offers a clear, accessible, and deeply researched look at one of the most influential financial institutions of our time—and the political and economic forces that helped propel its rise.
This book was written by investigative journalist, historian, and author Susan Bradford.
www.susanbradfordbooks.com.