Brookfield to Acquire Westinghouse for $4.6 Billion

Brookfield Business Partners, a unit of Brookfield Asset Management, is acquiring Westinghouse for $4.6 billion. This move is part of Brookfield's strategy to expand its assets to $500 billion in five years and compete with major private equity firms. The acquisition includes the entire company, not just its assets, and aligns with US interests in selling nuclear technology to the Middle East.

What is the purchase price for Westinghouse as mentioned in the text?

Which company is acquiring Westinghouse and what is its relationship to Brookfield?

What strategy is Brookfield's CEO Bruce Flat pursuing regarding the company's assets?

What was the initial estimated value for Westinghouse before the final purchase price was revealed?

What potential market is the US government interested in regarding nuclear technology?