BlackRock® Canada Announces Final June Cash Distributions for the iShares® Premium Money Market ETF

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On June 24, 2020, BlackRock Asset Management Canada announced the May 2020 cash distributions for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF. Unitholders on record by June 25, 2020, will receive their distributions on June 30, 2020. The cash distribution per unit is set at 0.006 for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF (Ticker: CMR). As of March 31, 2020, BlackRock managed approximately US$6.47 trillion in assets globally, highlighting its significant market presence and investor trust.

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• Final cash distribution of $0.006 per unit for iShares Premium Money Market ETF.
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TORONTO, June 24, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited  (“BlackRock Canada”), an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc. (NYSE: BLK), today announced the final May 2020 cash distributions for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF. Unitholders of record on June 25, 2020 will receive cash distributions payable on June 30, 2020.

Details regarding the final “per unit” distribution amounts are as follows:

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Fund Name	Fund Ticker	Cash Distribution Per Unit ($)
iShares Premium Money Market ETF	CMR	0.006

Further information on the iShares ETFs can be found at http://www.blackrock.com/ca.

About BlackRock

BlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, our clients turn to us for the solutions they need when planning for their most important goals. As of March 31, 2020, the firm managed approximately US$6.47 trillion in assets on behalf of investors worldwide. For additional information on BlackRock, please visit www.blackrock.com/corporate | Twitter: @BlackRockCA | Blog: www.blackrockblog.com/can/ | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock.

About iShares

iShares unlocks opportunity across markets to meet the evolving needs of investors. With more than twenty years of experience, a global line-up of 900+ exchange traded funds (ETFs) and US$1.85 trillion in assets under management as of March 31, 2020, iShares continues to drive progress for the financial industry. iShares funds are powered by the expert portfolio and risk management of BlackRock, trusted to manage more money than any other investment firm¹.

¹ Based on US$6.47 trillion in AUM as of 3/31/20

iShares^® ETFs are managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited. 

Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investing in iShares ETFs.  Please read the relevant prospectus before investing. The funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated.  Tax, investment and all other decisions should be made, as appropriate, only with guidance from a qualified professional. 

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FAQ

What is the cash distribution amount for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF (BLK) in June 2020?

The cash distribution amount for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF is $0.006 per unit, payable on June 30, 2020.

When will BlackRock Canada distribute cash for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF?

Cash distributions for the iShares Premium Money Market ETF will be paid on June 30, 2020, to unitholders of record on June 25, 2020.

How much assets does BlackRock manage as of March 31, 2020?

As of March 31, 2020, BlackRock managed approximately $6.47 trillion in assets.