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Ares Acquisition Corporation II (AACT)

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Upturn Advisory Summary

07/10/2025: AACT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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0 Analysts rated it

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Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 10.11%
Avg. Invested days 419
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 699.63M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 30.57
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 30.57
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.01
52 Weeks Range 10.67 - 11.62
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 10.67 - 11.62
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.37

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Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin -
Operating Margin (TTM) -

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) -0.46%
Return on Equity (TTM) -

Valuation

Trailing PE 30.57
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 703976028
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 703976028
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue -
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 61859700
Shares Floating 44593429
Shares Outstanding 61859700
Shares Floating 44593429
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 81.89

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Ares Acquisition Corporation II

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Company Overview

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Ares Acquisition Corporation II (AACT) is a blank check company, also known as a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. It was founded in 2020 and completed its initial public offering (IPO) in March 2021.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • SPAC: Ares Acquisition Corporation II's core business is identifying and acquiring a private company to take it public through a reverse merger. This involves extensive due diligence, negotiation, and integration efforts.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Ares Acquisition Corporation II is led by a team of executives from Ares Management Corporation. The structure consists of a board of directors and a management team responsible for identifying and executing the acquisition.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Acquisition Target: Ares Acquisition Corporation II's 'product' is the potential acquisition target it identifies. Market share is not directly applicable as a SPAC. The goal is to find a promising company in a specific sector that fits their investment strategy. Competitors: other SPACs and private equity firms seeking similar targets.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The SPAC market has experienced periods of high activity and increased scrutiny. Regulatory changes and market sentiment can significantly impact the success of SPAC transactions.

Positioning

Ares Acquisition Corporation II benefits from the established Ares Management platform's network and expertise. Its competitive advantage lies in its ability to source and evaluate potential targets.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM is very large, encompassing numerous industries and private companies. Ares Acquisition Corporation II aims for companies with substantial growth potential within this TAM, representing a small percentage of the total market value.

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Strengths

  • Experienced Management Team (Ares)
  • Established Network and Resources
  • Strong Brand Recognition
  • Access to Capital

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on Acquisition Target
  • Potential for Dilution
  • Regulatory Risks
  • Market Volatility

Opportunities

  • Growing Private Market
  • Increasing Demand for Alternative Investments
  • Sector-Specific Expertise
  • Favorable Market Conditions for Acquisitions

Threats

  • Increased Competition from Other SPACs
  • Unfavorable Regulatory Changes
  • Economic Downturn
  • Inability to Find Suitable Target

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Other SPACs (Difficult to list specific tickers as they are always changing due to new SPACs)
  • Private Equity Firms (BX)
  • Venture Capital Firms

Competitive Landscape

Ares Acquisition Corporation II competes with other SPACs and private equity firms to identify attractive acquisition targets. Their advantage lies in their experienced team and access to capital.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth is contingent on the identification and successful acquisition of a target company.

Future Projections: Future projections are speculative and dependent on the acquisition target's growth potential.

Recent Initiatives: The primary initiative is the active search for a suitable acquisition target.

Summary

Ares Acquisition Corporation II is a SPAC formed to acquire a private company, backed by the strength of Ares Management. Its success hinges on identifying and successfully merging with a promising target in a favorable market environment. The SPAC market is competitive, and regulatory changes could impact its trajectory. Shareholders should monitor the acquisition process and the target company's performance.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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Disclaimers:

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About Ares Acquisition Corporation II

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New York, NY, United States
IPO Launch date 2023-06-12
Co-Chairman & CEO Mr. David B. Kaplan
Sector Financial Services
Industry Shell Companies
Full time employees -
Full time employees -

Ares Acquisition Corporation II does not have significant operations. It intends to effect a merger, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization, or similar business combination with one or more businesses. The company was incorporated in 2021 and is based in New York, New York.