Ares Management Corp

Ares Management Corp

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

Ares Management Corp

Ares Capital Declares Steady $0.48 Dividend for Q1 2026 Amid Recent Ex-Dividend Milestone

Ares Capital Corporation announced its December 31, 2025 financial results and declared a $0.48 per share dividend for the first quarter of 2026, payable to shareholders of record as of March 13. The stock went ex-dividend on that date, drawing investor focus to the firm's reliable payout streak in a supportive environment for business development companies.
Sentiment:
🐃Bullish
  • Q4 2025 results highlighted $5.825 billion in gross commitments, underscoring robust deal flow and lending appetite.
  • Ex-dividend date of March 13 positions income seekers to capture the $0.48 payout by March 31, reinforcing Ares' appeal as a high-yield play.
  • Dividend consistency signals management's confidence in ongoing cash generation from diverse credit investments.

When is the next earnings date for Ares Management Corp (ARES)?

Ares Management (ARES) is expected to announce its next earnings report in late April 2026, with estimates ranging from April 23-24, 2026. The company has not yet officially confirmed the exact date, but this timing aligns with its historical earnings release pattern. This report will cover Q1 2026 results, with analysts currently projecting earnings per share of approximately $1.45. The earnings announcement will be followed by a conference call where management will discuss financial performance and forward guidance.

Stock Performance Snapshot

Buy

Analyst Rating

Analysts recommend buying Ares Management Corp's stock, indicating strong potential for future growth.

Above Average

Financial Health

Ares Management Corp is earning strong profits and generating solid cash flow, indicating good financial stability.

Average

Dividend

Ares Management Corp's dividend yield of 4.15% offers a decent return for dividend-seeking investors. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $44.80 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

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Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock

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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.

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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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