Oaktree Capital Group, LLC
Oaktree Capital Group, LLC is a global investment management firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California, specializing in alternative investments across various asset classes. The firm primarily focuses on distressed debt, corporate debt, real estate, private equity, listed equities, and control investing. Oaktree seeks to make control investments in undervalued companies across diverse industries, often targeting special situations and middle-market firms. The firm emphasizes risk management and aims for consistent performance by leveraging its expertise in less efficient markets. In addition to its corporate private equity activities, Oaktree invests significantly in credit strategies, including high-yield bonds and leveraged loans, while also exploring opportunities in the electric power and utility sectors. The firm manages a range of investment vehicles, including closed-end, open-end, and evergreen funds, and operates as a subsidiary of Brookfield Asset Management Inc. Oaktree Capital Group was incorporated in May 2007, building upon a foundation established by its founders in 1995.