Brookfield to Acquire Remaining Interest in Oaktree

Core Viewpoint - Brookfield has proposed to acquire the remaining 26% interest in Oaktree, aiming to strengthen its credit management platform and enhance long-term value for investors [1][2]. Transaction Overview - The total consideration for the acquisition is approximately $3 billion, with Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM) and Brookfield Corporation (BN) funding about $1.6 billion and $1.4 billion respectively [7][8]. - Oaktree common equity holders can choose to receive cash, shares of BAM, or shares of BN, with lock-up periods of two years and five years for BAM and BN shares respectively [4][5]. Strategic Implications - The acquisition is expected to enhance BAM's fee-related earnings, which were approximately $2.8 billion over the last twelve months, and bolster BN's distributable earnings through increased participation in net carried interest from Oaktree funds [4][6]. - The transaction will solidify the U.S. as BAM's largest market, managing over $550 billion in assets, with more than 50% of BAM's employees and revenue generated in the U.S. post-acquisition [6][8]. Leadership and Management - Key figures from Oaktree, including Howard Marks and Bruce Karsh, will maintain senior roles within Brookfield, ensuring continuity in leadership and strategic direction [3][4]. Future Outlook - The transaction is anticipated to close in the first quarter of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals, and is expected to be accretive to both BAM and BN [5][6].