BlackRock hit with fake Fink climate letter - reports

Claimed to be taking action on climate change

Mike Sheen
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BlackRock has been targeted by unknown hoaxers who, through a letter purporting to be written by CEO Larry Fink, successfully convinced media outlets that the firm was taking action on climate change.

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