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 Accelerates Deal Pipeline Into 2026 Despite Stock Volatility and Analyst Skepticism
- CEO Michael Arougheti described the deal environment as 'very constructive' with accelerated pipelines across diversified business segments, backed by record $46 billion quarterly deployment in Q4 2025 demonstrating confidence in private-market opportunities
- Barclays cut its price target from $190 to $138, reflecting revised earnings estimates and uncertainty around artificial intelligence's impact on portfolio companies, adding to recent pressure on alternative asset managers
- Ares approved strategic moves including the Ryan tax consultancy acquisition, expansion into Thailand's local currency private credit market, and acquisition of London's Copyright Building, while the stock is positioned ex-dividend on March 17 with a $1.35 per share payout
Ares Management Accelerates Deal Pipeline Into 2026 Despite Stock Volatility and Analyst Skepticism
- CEO Michael Arougheti described the deal environment as 'very constructive' with accelerated pipelines across diversified business segments, backed by record $46 billion quarterly deployment in Q4 2025 demonstrating confidence in private-market opportunities
- Barclays cut its price target from $190 to $138, reflecting revised earnings estimates and uncertainty around artificial intelligence's impact on portfolio companies, adding to recent pressure on alternative asset managers
- Ares approved strategic moves including the Ryan tax consultancy acquisition, expansion into Thailand's local currency private credit market, and acquisition of London's Copyright Building, while the stock is positioned ex-dividend on March 17 with a $1.35 per share payout
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
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend buying Ares Management's stock with a target price of $190.07, indicating strong growth potential.
Financial Health
Ares Management Corp shows strong revenue and cash flow, indicating solid financial performance.
Dividend
Ares Management Corp's dividend yield of 4.4% offers a reasonable return for investors seeking dividends. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $44 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Explore BasketWhy You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
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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