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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, News, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX: BIP.UN; NYSE: BIP) today announced that it intends to redeem all of its outstanding Cumulative Class A Preferred Limited Partnership Units, Series 1 (the “Series 1 Preferred Units”) (TSX: BIP.PR.A) for cash on June 30, 2025. The redemption price for each Series 1 Preferred Unit will be C$25.00. Holders of Series 1 Preferred Units of record as of May 30, 2025 will receive the previously declared final quarterly distribution of C$0.248375 per Series 1 Preferred Unit.

Brookfield Renewable's global asset base has provided a hedge against efforts in the U.S. to radically reduce clean energy tax credits. The company offers a 6.3% dividend yield and has grown FFO per unit by an 8% compound annual growth rate since 2012. Renewable energy capacity is set to ramp up materially for BEP regardless of the "One Big Beautiful Bill".

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BROOKFIELD, NEWS, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brookfield Corporation (“Brookfield”) (NYSE: BN, TSX: BN) today announced it has received approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) for the renewal of its normal course issuer bid to purchase up to 143,027,158 Class A Limited Voting Shares (“Class A Shares”), representing 10% of the public float of Brookfield's outstanding Class A Shares. Purchases under the bid will be made on the open market through the facilities of the TSX, the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”), and/or alternative trading systems. The period of the normal course issuer bid will extend from May 27, 2025 to May 26, 2026, or an earlier date should Brookfield complete its purchases. Brookfield will pay the market price at the time of acquisition for any Class A Shares purchased or such other price as may be permitted.

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.

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