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Ares Management LP (ARES)

Ares Management LP (ARES) 4-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/14/2025: ARES (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Upturn 4 star rating for performance

Above Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

15 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $183.94

1 Year Target Price $183.94

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$183.94 Target price
52w Low $109.2
Current$146.4
52w High $196.36

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 99.64%
Avg. Invested days 123
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Stock Returns Performance Upturn Returns Performance icon 4.0
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 48.53B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 61.77
1Y Target Price 183.94
Price to earnings Ratio 61.77
1Y Target Price 183.94
Volume (30-day avg) 15
Beta 1.55
52 Weeks Range 109.20 - 196.36
Updated Date 11/16/2025
52 Weeks Range 109.20 - 196.36
Updated Date 11/16/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.89%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.37

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-10-30
When Before Market
Estimate 1.16
Actual 1.19

Profitability

Profit Margin 12.15%
Operating Margin (TTM) 24.1%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.68%
Return on Equity (TTM) 17.09%

Valuation

Trailing PE 61.77
Forward PE 22.57
Enterprise Value 44945186985
Price to Sales(TTM) 9.06
Enterprise Value 44945186985
Price to Sales(TTM) 9.06
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.39
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.47
Shares Outstanding 216852343
Shares Floating 214423861
Shares Outstanding 216852343
Shares Floating 214423861
Percent Insiders 11
Percent Institutions 84.19

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Ares Management LP

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Ares Management LP was founded in 1997. It has grown from a small investment firm to a global alternative investment manager with a diverse range of strategies. Significant milestones include acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and expansion into new asset classes.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Credit: Focuses on investing in a wide range of credit instruments, including loans, high-yield bonds, and private debt.
  • Private Equity: Engages in direct investments in private companies, focusing on control-oriented investments.
  • Real Estate: Invests in various types of real estate assets, including equity and debt investments.
  • Investment Management: Provides investment solutions and strategies to institutional and retail investors.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Michael Arougheti serves as the CEO. The organizational structure is comprised of investment teams focused on specific asset classes, supported by corporate functions.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Direct Lending: Provides financing solutions to middle-market companies. Competitors include Blackstone Credit, Golub Capital. Market share is difficult to pinpoint precisely but Ares is a significant player. Direct lending provides 15% of their revenue and AUM is $95B. 2,500 users are served by their solutions.
  • Private Equity Funds: Invests in a diversified portfolio of private companies across various sectors. Competitors include TPG, KKR, The Carlyle Group. No specific market share data is available. The AUM is $48B.
  • Real Estate Funds: Offers investment opportunities in commercial real estate. Competitors include Brookfield Asset Management, Starwood Capital Group. No specific market share data is available. The AUM is $53B.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The alternative investment management industry is experiencing growth due to increased demand from institutional investors seeking higher returns. There is also an increase in retail interest in this sector. The main driver is the low interest rate in the bond market, and the difficulty of investing in the stock market.

Positioning

Ares Management LP is positioned as a leading global alternative investment manager with a diversified platform. Its competitive advantages include its scale, experience, and strong relationships with investors.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global alternative assets under management is expected to reach trillions of dollars. Ares is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its diverse product offerings and global reach.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Diversified platform
  • Experienced management team
  • Strong fundraising capabilities
  • Global presence
  • Disciplined investment approach

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on key personnel
  • Exposure to market volatility
  • Complexity of investment strategies
  • High management fees are under increased scrutiny

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new asset classes
  • Growth in emerging markets
  • Increased demand for alternative investments
  • Strategic acquisitions

Threats

  • Increased competition
  • Changes in regulations
  • Economic downturns
  • Rising interest rates

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • BX
  • KKR
  • APO
  • CG

Competitive Landscape

Ares Management LP competes with other large alternative asset managers. It distinguishes itself through its diversified platform and strong investment performance.

Major Acquisitions

Landmark Partners

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1080
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Ares' secondary investment capabilities and increased its presence in the real estate and private equity markets.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Ares Management LP has experienced significant growth in assets under management (AUM) and revenue over the past years.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are based on analyst estimates, which can vary. These projections are subject to risks and uncertainties.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include launching new investment products, expanding into new geographies, and making strategic acquisitions.

Summary

Ares Management LP demonstrates strong growth potential with a diversified platform. They have seen substantial AUM growth with continued strategic acquisitions. Competition and market volatility are the key challenges for Ares to look out for. The company is positioned well in the alternative investment sector.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

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  • Analyst Reports
  • Industry Publications
  • Company Website

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About Ares Management LP

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Los Angeles, CA, United States
IPO Launch date 2014-05-02
Co-Founder, CEO & Director Mr. Michael J. Arougheti
Sector Financial Services
Industry Asset Management
Full time employees 3891
Full time employees 3891

Ares Management Corporation operates as an alternative asset manager in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Its Direct Lending Group segment provides financing solutions to small-to-medium sized companies. The company's Private Equity Group segment focuses on majority or shared-control investments primarily in under-capitalized companies. Its Real Estate Group segment invests in new developments and the repositioning of assets, with a focus on control or majority-control investments; and originates and invests in a range of self-originated financing opportunities for middle-market owners and operators of commercial real estate. The firm prefers to invest between $1 million and $400 million in companies having EBITDA between $10 million and $250 million and debt investment value between $10 million and $100 million. The firm was previously known as Ares Management, L.P. Ares Management Corporation was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California with additional offices in the United States, Europe and Asia. Ares Management GP LLC is the general partner of the company.