Yesterday, I met with Bill Ackman at Pershing Square in NYC. We discussed Brookfield Asset Management and other holdings. BAM's ample liquidity and a growing share of long-term/permanent capital support an A- credit rating from S&P on a stable outlook.
Brookfield Asset Management offers a unique capital-light model, delivering stable fee income, high margins, and exposure to global megatrends like AI, infrastructure, and energy transition. BAM's fee-related earnings and assets under management are growing rapidly, with strong dividend growth and a robust, long-term capital base that shields income from volatility. The current valuation is high but justified by predictable earnings, future performance fee potential, and limited downside risk; scenario analysis shows up to 40% upside.
Brookfield Asset Management (BAM) plans to invest up to 95 billion Swedish crowns ($9.91 billion) to build a data centre for artificial intelligence in Sweden, the Canadian company said in a statement on Wednesday.
Brookfield Corporation is a complex, global powerhouse in alternative asset management, and in our view, offers long-term investors exposure to a well-diversified, synergistic business model. The company's business segments reinforce each other, creating a unique, resilient structure that supports long-term, diversified investment appeal. Brookfield targets annualized shareholder returns of 15% or more, a goal supported by its strong historical performance over the past 30 years.
National Grid PLC (LSE:NG.) told investors it has completed the sale of its US-based renewables business, National Grid Renewables, to Brookfield Asset Management.
Brookfield Infrastructure offers stable, inflation-protected returns from a diverse portfolio of physical assets, making it attractive in today's volatile market environment. BIP's affiliation with Brookfield enhances deal flow and financing, boosting efficiency and shareholder value. Despite seemingly high payout ratios, the Company's cash flows comfortably cover its nearly 6% dividend, which we view as safe and set to grow.
Brookfield Infrastructure Partners offers a compelling inflation hedge. Its diversified global assets and inflation-linked contracts support stable, rising cash flows and dividends. BIP's risk profile is low, with minimal cyclical exposure and an attractive fixed-rate, long-term debt structure that benefits from sustained inflationary environments. Despite recent stock price stagnation, the company trades at a fair valuation, with a strong 5% yield and significant upside if global inflation remains elevated.
Triton International's Q1 results remain robust, with strong profitability and preferred dividends well-covered by net income and free cash flow. The company issued a new Series F preferred, now trading at a discount and offering an appealing 7.95% yield for income-focused investors. Despite a decrease in common equity cushion due to a special vehicle sale, overall balance sheet risk for preferred holders remains manageable.
Brookfield Infrastructure offers an attractive yield, consistent mid-to-high single digit growth, and trades at a compelling valuation, making it appealing for dividend investors. Its diversified portfolio spans transportation, utilities, midstream, and data assets, generating predictable, protected cash flows through long-term contracts and regulatory support. The company's proven strategy of acquiring undervalued assets, optimizing them, and recycling capital drives strong FFO and distribution growth over time.
Brookfield Corporation (NYSE:BN ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call May 8, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Katie Battaglia - Vice President of Investor Relations Bruce Flatt - Chief Executive Officer Nick Goodman - President and Chief Financial Officer Sachin Shah - Chief Executive Officer, Brookfield Wealth Solutions Conference Call Participants Cherilyn Radbourne - TD Cowen Michael Cyprys - Morgan Stanley Kenneth Worthington - JPMorgan Chase & Co. Operator Good day. And welcome to the Brookfield Corporation First Quarter 2025 Conference Call and Webcast.
BEP's first-quarter 2025 earnings and revenues decrease year over year. Funds From Operations rise 15%.
Brookfield Infrastructure grew its per unit FFO by 4 cents over its year-ago comp during its fiscal 2025 first quarter. Long-term contracted cash flows, inflation indexation, and broad geographic and infrastructure asset diversification help render BIP relatively recession-resistant. FFO per unit could still see growth through 2025, even if the US dips into a technical recession with the company currently paying out a 5.55% dividend yield.