Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. 8-K
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Brookfield Asset Management Appoints Connor Teskey as CEO; Issues Results Release
What Happened
Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. (BAM) filed an 8‑K reporting two main items: the Board appointed Connor Teskey as Chief Executive Officer effective February 3, 2026, and the company issued a press release on February 4, 2026 regarding its results of operations and financial condition (exhibit attached). Bruce Flatt resigned as BAM’s CEO effective February 3, 2026 but remains Chair of BAM’s Board and continues as CEO of Brookfield Corporation.
Key Details
- CEO change: Connor Teskey, age 38, was named Chief Executive Officer effective Feb 3, 2026; he was previously President of BAM (since 2022) and head of Brookfield’s Renewable Power and Transition business and CEO of Brookfield Renewable Partners (since 2020).
- Leadership continuity: Bruce Flatt resigned as BAM CEO but remains Chair of the Board and continues as CEO of Brookfield Corporation.
- Board change: Bruce Karsh was appointed to BAM’s Board effective Feb 3, 2026, succeeding William Powell, who resigned the same date.
- Results disclosure: BAM issued a press release on Feb 4, 2026 concerning its results of operations (earnings/revenue/quarterly results); the press release is attached to the 8‑K as Exhibit 99.1.
Why It Matters
A CEO change is material for investors because it can influence company strategy, capital allocation and operational priorities. Teskey’s background leading Brookfield’s Renewable Power and Transition business signals continuity with management promoting growth in renewable energy investments. The Feb 4 press release on results of operations may contain the latest earnings, revenue and quarterly results investors will use to assess performance; investors should review that release (Exhibit 99.1) for financial details and any guidance.