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We are delighted to announce the launch of the Standard Life BlackRock Global Listed Infrastructure Fund. This marks the beginning of a new partnership with BlackRock as well as the addition of a new asset class to Standard Life’s investment options.
This is a fund that is actively managed by BlackRock with the aim of investing in listed infrastructure companies from around the world that support the transition to a lower carbon economy.
The fund gives investors access to companies that build and operate the essential services we all rely on - like energy networks, transport systems, water utilities, and digital infrastructure. These sectors are not only vital today but are also expected to grow, subject to market conditions and regulatory developments, as the world becomes more connected, sustainable, and urbanised.
BlackRock’s Global Listed Infrastructure Strategy (USD) has been in existence since 2018. The performance of the strategy is shown below:
| Calendar Year | Strategy (gross) return | Benchmark return | Alpha |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.5% | 16.6% | +1.9% |
| 2023 | 2.4% | -1.2% | +3.6% |
| 2022 | 1.8% | 0.4% | +1.4% |
| 2021 | 25.7% | 23.8% | +1.9% |
| 2020 | -7.6% | -11.7% | +4.1% |
| 2019 | 31.0% | 27.3% | +3.7% |
| 2018 | -1.0% | -1.6% | +0.6% |
| Period | |||
| 1 Year | 18.5% | 16.6% | +1.9% |
| 5 Year p.a | 7.5% | 4.8% | +2.7 |
Source: BlackRock, 2025. Performance to 31 December 2024 in euro.
The fund is priced at 1.20% and can be accessed from as low as 0.70%, depending on the allocation rate given to your client and the level of commission you take.
Find out more in our fund flyer