Brookfield to Acquire Reliance Worldwide, Expanding Industrials Footprint
Sep 15, 2026, 7:35 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Direct BAM impact is indirect; deal news may boost sentiment on Brookfield’s capital allocation and growth trajectory, potentially lifting BAM in the near term if investors view the transaction as value-accretive and strategically favorable.
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Brookfield announced an all-cash bid to acquire Reliance Worldwide (RWC) for US$3.38 per share, valuing the company at about US$2.8B. The deal broadens Brookfield’s industrials platform with a global plumbing leader and leverages housing-related tailwinds. If approved, it could enhance Brookfield’s operating cash flow and strategic ROIC, potentially benefiting BAM through capital deployment.
Brookfield to acquire Reliance Worldwide (ASX: RWC) for about $2.8B EV.
All-cash proposal at $3.38 per share; closing anticipated Q1 2027.
RWC is a market-leading PTC fittings maker with global operations.
Funding via Brookfield Capital Partners and Brookfield Business Corp; approvals needed.
Brookfield aims to expand operations and product expansion post-close.
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