Brookfield's Flatt Says Oaktree Deal Driven by Need for Credit

The transcript discusses a significant transaction involving Oak Tree and Brookfield. It covers the origins and challenges of the transaction, the criteria for Oak Tree's acquisition, and the reasons for choosing Brookfield as a partner. The discussion also highlights Brookfield's strategic shift to enhance its offerings and meet client demands.

What were the five criteria for a transaction mentioned in the year-end report?

Why did the speaker believe that the timing of the transaction was not a significant factor?

How did the speaker describe the relationship between Brookfield and the credit business?

What reasons did the speaker provide for not considering other offers in the past?

What was the speaker's perspective on the additive nature of the new business to their existing relationships?