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Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (NYSE: BAM, TSX: BAM) is a global alternative asset manager headquartered in New York, with over $1 trillion of assets under management across infrastructure, renewable power and transition, private equity, real estate, and credit. The BAM news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, market updates and regulatory disclosures so readers can follow developments affecting this alternative asset management platform.
Recent Brookfield Asset Management news has covered a range of topics, including the renewal of its normal course issuer bid for Class A Limited Voting Shares, quarterly and full-year results conference calls, and detailed quarterly financial results highlighting fee-related earnings, distributable earnings, capital raising and deployment across its strategies. The company also issues news on public debt offerings, such as senior notes due 2030 and 2036, with information on use of proceeds and key terms.
Brookfield Asset Management’s releases describe strategic initiatives and partnerships, including the launch of a global AI infrastructure program anchored by the Brookfield Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Fund and a strategic partnership with Qai in Qatar to develop AI infrastructure in Qatar and select international markets. Other communications discuss activity in infrastructure, renewable power and transition, private equity, real estate and credit, as well as relationships with affiliated or partner firms.
Investors and observers can use the BAM news page to monitor earnings announcements, capital markets transactions, strategic partnerships, and other material events that the company reports through press releases and related Form 8-K filings. Regular visits to this page provide a consolidated view of Brookfield Asset Management’s public communications and help track how the firm is positioning its alternative asset management business across asset classes and regions.
Brookfield has successfully closed the Brookfield Global Transition Fund (BGTF) with a remarkable total capital of $15 billion, positioning it as the largest private fund aimed at facilitating the transition to a net-zero carbon economy. This fund has seen oversubscription due to strong institutional investor demand, with $2.5 billion already deployed in significant decarbonization projects, including solar power and carbon capture initiatives. Co-led by Mark Carney and Connor Teskey, BGTF aims for strong returns while addressing climate change.
Brookfield (NYSE: BAM, TSX: BAM.A) announced that all eight director nominees for Class A and Class B Limited Voting Shares were successfully elected during the annual meeting held on June 10, 2022. The voting results showed overwhelming support for the nominees, with most receiving over 99% approval from Class A shareholders. Notable directors include M. Elyse Allan and Angela F. Braly. The company manages approximately US$725 billion in assets across diverse sectors including real estate and renewable power, emphasizing its strong position in the global asset management space.
Brookfield (NYSE: BAM, TSX: BAM.A) has announced a fixed dividend rate for its Cumulative Class A Preference Shares, Series 28, starting from July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2027. The quarterly dividends will be at an annual rate of 4.606%, translating to $0.287875 per share per quarter. Shareholders can opt to convert their Series 28 Shares into Series 29 Shares by June 15, 2022, which will have floating dividends starting at 1.80% over the government treasury yield. The TSX has conditionally approved the listing of Series 29 Shares upon conversion.
Fundamental Income, a Phoenix-based net lease real estate platform, has acquired Tao Chicago, a 34,000 square foot restaurant and nightclub leased to the Tao Group in River North. The acquisition showcases Fundamental Income's strategy to purchase marquee assets with established leases. The property features a dining area for 275 guests and a nightclub, housed in a historical landmark. This acquisition is backed by Brookfield Asset Management (NYSE: BAM), indicating substantial investor confidence.
BROOKFIELD, NEWS, May 19, 2022 – Brookfield (NYSE: BAM) has received TSX approval for a normal course issuer bid to repurchase up to 138.7 million Class A Shares, representing 10% of their public float. The buyback will run from May 25, 2022, to May 24, 2023, or until purchases are completed. As of May 17, 2022, Brookfield had 1.64 billion Class A Shares outstanding, with a public float of 1.39 billion. The company purchased 5.83 million shares in the previous program, averaging a price of US$51.72. Brookfield views repurchasing shares as an attractive investment option.
The Board of Directors of GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE:EAF) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.01 per share for stockholders of record as of May 31, 2022. This dividend will be paid on June 30, 2022. GrafTech is a leading manufacturer of high-quality graphite electrode products crucial for electric arc furnace steel production. The company operates three of the highest capacity manufacturing facilities globally and is vertically integrated into petroleum needle coke, enhancing its competitive edge in product quality and cost.
Brookfield (NYSE: BAM) reported strong Q1 2022 results, with net income of $2.96 billion and distributable earnings of $1.18 billion. Fundraising momentum is robust, with fee-bearing capital at $379 billion, up $14 billion in the quarter. A 25% interest in its asset management business will be listed and distributed to shareholders by year-end, tax-free for Canadian and U.S. investors. The company anticipates strong fundraising in 2022, including first closes for several flagship funds. The quarterly dividend is set at $0.14 per share, payable June 30, 2022.
GrafTech International Ltd. reported strong financial results for Q1 2022, with a net income of $124 million ($0.47 per share) and an adjusted EBITDA of $170 million, reflecting a 46% margin. Sales increased by 20% year-over-year to $366 million, driven by a 16% rise in sales volume and improved pricing, with non-LTA prices up 19% sequentially. The company generated $146 million in operating cash flow and reduced debt by $70 million, enhancing its balance sheet. GrafTech aims to benefit from a favorable steel industry outlook and increasing demand for graphite electrodes.
Brookfield will conduct its first quarter 2022 conference call and webcast on May 12, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. (ET). The results will be released that morning before 7:00 a.m. (ET) and can be accessed on their website. Participants can join via a conference call or webcast. For the conference call, pre-registration is required to receive a dial-in number and password. A telephone replay will be available until May 26, 2022. Brookfield Asset Management manages approximately $700 billion in assets across various sectors and is listed under the symbol BAM.
GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE:EAF) will host its First Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call on May 6, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). The call aims to discuss financial results for the quarter ending March 31, 2022, and ongoing business initiatives. The earnings release will precede the call, available on their investor relations website. GrafTech specializes in high-quality graphite electrode products, dominating the market with low-cost manufacturing facilities and vertical integration into petroleum needle coke, a critical raw material.