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Ares Management LP (ARES)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: ARES (4-star) is a SELL. SELL since 3 days. Profits (11.14%). Updated daily EoD!
Upturn Star Rating
Above Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, frequently surpass the market, reflecting reliable and trustworthy advice.
Number of Analysts
15 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $193.69
1 Year Target Price $193.69
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 6 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 86.23% | Avg. Invested days 96 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  5.0 | Stock Returns Performance  4.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 58.65B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 101.99 | 1Y Target Price 193.69 |
Price to earnings Ratio 101.99 | 1Y Target Price 193.69 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 1.42 | 52 Weeks Range 109.89 - 197.59 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 109.89 - 197.59 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.29% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.76 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-08-01 | When - | Estimate 1.09 | Actual 1.03 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.94% | Operating Margin (TTM) 19.55% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.39% | Return on Equity (TTM) 13.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 101.99 | Forward PE 35.97 | Enterprise Value 52788053663 | Price to Sales(TTM) 12.15 |
Enterprise Value 52788053663 | Price to Sales(TTM) 12.15 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.93 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 26.25 | Shares Outstanding 215935008 | Shares Floating 211687692 |
Shares Outstanding 215935008 | Shares Floating 211687692 | ||
Percent Insiders 12.29 | Percent Institutions 83.48 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ares Management LP
Company Overview
History and Background
Ares Management LP was founded in 1997 by Tony Ressler and Michael Arougheti. It has grown from a distressed debt investor to a global alternative investment manager across credit, private equity, and real estate. Key milestones include its IPO in 2014 and subsequent strategic acquisitions to expand its product offerings and geographic reach.
Core Business Areas
- Credit: Ares' Credit group manages investments in non-investment grade corporate credit, including loans, high yield bonds, and private debt. It also invests in direct lending to middle market companies.
- Private Equity: The Private Equity group focuses on control-oriented investments in companies with strong management teams and growth potential, primarily in North America and Europe.
- Real Estate: Ares' Real Estate group invests in a broad range of real estate equity and debt investments, including commercial and residential properties.
- Secondaries: Acquires portfolios of private equity and real assets investments from institutional investors.
Leadership and Structure
Michael Arougheti is the Chief Executive Officer and Co-President. The firm operates under a partnership structure with key executives leading each of the major investment groups. The board of directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Direct Lending: Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC), a business development company (BDC) managed by Ares, is one of the largest direct lenders to U.S. middle market companies. It provides financing solutions to companies across various industries. Competitors include Golub Capital BDC, Inc. (GBDC) and Owl Rock Capital Corporation (ORCC).
- Private Equity Funds: Ares manages a variety of private equity funds that invest in diverse sectors. Specific market share data is not publicly available for individual funds, but Ares competes with firms like Blackstone (BX), KKR (KKR), and The Carlyle Group (CG) in the private equity space.
- Real Estate Debt Funds: Ares manages various commercial real estate debt funds, deploying billions in capital. Specific numbers related to market share are hard to quantify given the breadth and heterogeneity of the real estate lending market. Competitors in this space include Blackstone Mortgage Trust (BXMT).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The alternative asset management industry is experiencing growth driven by increased investor demand for higher yields and diversification. However, it faces challenges such as increased competition, regulatory scrutiny, and economic uncertainty.
Positioning
Ares is a leading global alternative investment manager with a diversified platform across credit, private equity, and real estate. Its competitive advantages include its scale, experienced investment team, and strong track record.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global alternative assets under management (AUM) market is estimated to be several trillion USD. Ares is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM due to its diversified platform and global reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified investment platform
- Experienced management team
- Strong track record
- Global presence
- Strong capital base
Weaknesses
- Reliance on key personnel
- Potential for underperformance in certain asset classes
- Complex organizational structure
- Sensitivity to market fluctuations
Opportunities
- Continued growth in alternative asset demand
- Expansion into new asset classes
- Strategic acquisitions
- Geographic expansion
Threats
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes
- Economic downturn
- Rising interest rates
- Geopolitical instability
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BX
- KKR
- CG
- APO
- TPG
Competitive Landscape
Ares has a diversified platform that positions it well against competitors. However, firms like Blackstone and KKR have larger AUM and broader global reach. Apollo's strength is in Credit and Carlyle is strong across private equity, credit and investment solutions
Major Acquisitions
Crescent Point Capital
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions):
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Ares' footprint in the Canadian direct lending market.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ares has experienced significant AUM growth driven by organic fundraising and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest continued AUM growth driven by investor demand for alternative investments.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expanding its direct lending platform, launching new investment strategies, and pursuing strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Ares Management LP is a leading alternative investment manager with a diversified platform. Its scale, experienced team, and strong track record position it well for future growth. Key strengths include diversified investment offerings, and strong capital base. Ares needs to watch out for increasing competition, economic downturns and regulatory changes.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market data and financial information are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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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 3776 | Website https://www.aresmgmt.com |
Full time employees 3776 | Website https://www.aresmgmt.com | ||
Ares Management Corporation operates as an alternative asset manager in the United States, Europe, and Asia. The company's Tradable Credit Group segment manages various types of investment funds, such as commingled and separately managed accounts for institutional investors, and publicly traded vehicles and sub-advised funds for retail investors in the tradable and non-investment grade corporate credit markets. 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 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.
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