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Brookfield Business Partners LP (BBU)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/13/2025: BBU (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 0.79% | Avg. Invested days 32 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 06/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.24B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 29.83 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 29.83 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 20984 | Beta 1.32 | 52 Weeks Range 16.67 - 26.61 | Updated Date 06/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 16.67 - 26.61 | Updated Date 06/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.00% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.35 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.07% | Operating Margin (TTM) 15.35% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.72% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5.7% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 28.41 | Enterprise Value 42313338364 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.06 |
Enterprise Value 42313338364 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.06 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.2 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.42 | Shares Outstanding 89056096 | Shares Floating 42727628 |
Shares Outstanding 89056096 | Shares Floating 42727628 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.31 | Percent Institutions 84.42 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.67 | Target Price 29.83 | Buy 5 | Strong Buy - |
Buy 5 | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold - | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Brookfield Business Partners LP
Company Overview
History and Background
Brookfield Business Partners LP (BBU) was established in 2016 as the primary public vehicle for Brookfield Asset Management's private equity group. It focuses on owning and operating businesses with barriers to entry and/or lower production costs.
Core Business Areas
- Business Services: Includes construction, infrastructure services, and facilities management.
- Industrial Technology: Focuses on advanced manufacturing and technology-driven industrial solutions.
- Infrastructure Services: Operations include global infrastructure services, such as renewable energy, communications, and utilities.
- Energy: Deals with midstream oil and gas assets.
Leadership and Structure
Brookfield Business Partners LP is led by a management team that reports to the board of directors, which in turn is overseen by Brookfield Asset Management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Construction Services: Provides construction and infrastructure services globally. Market share varies by geography and project type. Competitors: Fluor, AECOM, Jacobs Engineering Group.
- Facilities Management: Offers facilities management and maintenance services. Market share is fragmented. Competitors: CBRE Group, Jones Lang LaSalle.
- Industrial Technology: Solutions within industrial technology such as Form Technologies(metal components) and Westinghouse(nuclear services). Competitors varies from company to company.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The industries in which BBU operates are diverse, spanning construction, infrastructure, business services, and industrial technology. Trends include increased infrastructure spending, demand for outsourced business services, and growth in industrial automation.
Positioning
BBU positions itself as an owner and operator of high-quality businesses with strong market positions and barriers to entry. Its competitive advantage lies in its operational expertise and access to capital through the Brookfield platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the combined sectors BBU operates in is estimated to be trillions of dollars globally. BBU is positioned to capture a portion of this through its diversified portfolio and operational expertise.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Access to Brookfield Asset Management's capital and expertise
- Diversified portfolio across multiple sectors
- Operational expertise in managing and improving businesses
- Long-term investment horizon
Weaknesses
- Complexity of the business model
- Dependence on acquisitions for growth
- Exposure to cyclical industries
- High debt levels
Opportunities
- Increasing infrastructure spending globally
- Growing demand for outsourced business services
- Consolidation opportunities in fragmented industries
- Technological advancements in industrial automation
Threats
- Economic downturns affecting cyclical industries
- Increased competition in key markets
- Regulatory changes impacting infrastructure investments
- Rising interest rates increasing debt servicing costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BAM
- KKR
- BX
Competitive Landscape
BBU benefits from the Brookfield ecosystem, providing access to capital and operational expertise. Competitors have similar strengths but may focus on different sectors or investment strategies. BAM benefits from the umbrella effect of being the parent company of BBU.
Major Acquisitions
Westinghouse Electric Company
- Year: 2018
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 4600
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded BBU's presence in the nuclear services sector and provided a platform for future growth.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic growth within existing businesses.
Future Projections: Future growth is expected to come from continued acquisitions, operational improvements, and benefiting from favorable macro trends.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include acquiring new businesses, optimizing existing operations, and divesting non-core assets.
Summary
Brookfield Business Partners LP is a diversified business with access to ample capital and expertise via its parent company, Brookfield Asset Management. However, the complexity and debt levels can be a concern. Their success relies on adeptly managing diverse assets and navigating volatile market conditions and sectors.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Brookfield Business Partners LP's financial reports, industry reports, analyst estimates.
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Brookfield Business Partners LP
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2016-06-17 | CEO - | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Conglomerates | Full time employees 72000 | Website https://www.bbu.brookfield.com |
Full time employees 72000 | Website https://www.bbu.brookfield.com | ||
Brookfield Business Partners L.P. is a private equity firm specializing in growth capital, divestitures, and acquisitions. The firm typically invests in business services, infrastructure services, construction, energy, and industrials sector. The firm prefers to invest globally. It prefers to take majority controlling stake in companies. The firm seeks returns of at least 15%-20% on its investments. The firm was founded in 2016 and is based in Hamilton, Bermuda. Brookfield Business Partners L.P. operates as a subsidiary of Brookfield Corporation.
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