ARES MANAGEMENT CORPORATION
Ares Management Corporation (ARES) is a global alternative asset manager that invests across credit, private equity and real estate. It earns recurring management fees and performance-related fees from assets under management (AUM), and its operating model blends fee-related earnings with capital appreciation from co-investments. With a market capitalisation of about $49.04 billion, Ares has grown through fundraising, acquisitions and product diversification into listed investment vehicles and private funds. Key considerations for investors include sensitivity to credit and economic cycles, the illiquid nature of many alternative investments, and reliance on continued fundraising and fee compression dynamics. Financial results are driven by AUM trends, realised investment performance and capital markets activity. This summary is educational and not personal investment advice; values can rise or fall and past performance is not a guide to the future. Consider your financial situation and consult a qualified adviser before investing.
Why It's Moving
Analysts Eye Major Upside for Ares Management as Fundraising Hits Records Amid Sector Strength
- Record $30B raised in Q3 propelled trailing 12-month total past $105B, up 24% year-over-year, signaling unstoppable investor appetite for Ares' strategies.
- 13 of 18 analysts rate Buy with consensus targets implying strong upside, highlighting confidence in sustained revenue growth and high margins.
- Recent analyst moves like Citizens trimming Q1 2026 estimates on volatility haven't dimmed the outlook, with upgrades and Outperform ratings dominating.
Analysts Eye Major Upside for Ares Management as Fundraising Hits Records Amid Sector Strength
- Record $30B raised in Q3 propelled trailing 12-month total past $105B, up 24% year-over-year, signaling unstoppable investor appetite for Ares' strategies.
- 13 of 18 analysts rate Buy with consensus targets implying strong upside, highlighting confidence in sustained revenue growth and high margins.
- Recent analyst moves like Citizens trimming Q1 2026 estimates on volatility haven't dimmed the outlook, with upgrades and Outperform ratings dominating.
When is the next earnings date for ARES MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (ARES)?
Ares Management (ARES) is scheduled to report its next earnings on May 1, 2026, before the market opens, covering the Q1 2026 quarter. This follows their most recent Q4 2025 release on February 5, 2026. Investors should note the conference call is set for April 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts suggest buying Ares Management's stock, anticipating it will rise significantly in value.
Financial Health
ARES Management Corporation is performing well, showcasing strong revenue and cash flow generation.
Dividend
ARES Management Corporation's average dividend yield of 3.66% is decent for investors seeking dividend income. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $36.60 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Diversified fee streams
Management and performance fees across multiple strategies can smooth earnings, though fees and realised results depend on market performance and fundraising.
Alternative assets focus
Exposure to credit, private equity and real estate offers diversification away from public markets, but many holdings are illiquid and valuation can be opaque.
Cyclical sensitivity
Earnings and fundraising are sensitive to credit and economic cycles; downturns can compress fees and reduce realised returns, so volatility is possible.
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