Ares Management Corp (ARES) Factsheet
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Ares Management Corp (ARES) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-11-06. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC N/A. FCF margin -11.4%. D/E 1.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | N/A | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | -11.4% | Cash flow pressure |
| Debt/Equity | 1.2x | Moderate leverage |
FCF margin -11.4% — Bottom 25%.
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Profitability: Ares Management Corp earns N/A ROIC
ROIC TTM N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | N/A | Red flag | Below cost of capital |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 10.5% | Adequate | Moderate equity returns |
Cash Flow: Ares Management Corp generates $-614.6M FCF at -11.4% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $-614.6M. FCF margin -11.4%, Bottom 25%. OCF/Net income -1.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -11.4% | Red flag | Thin cash margins |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-614.6M | Red flag | Cash burn |
| OCF/Net Income | -1.2x | Warning | Potential accrual concerns |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Ares Management Corp at 1.2x leverage
Debt/Equity 1.2x. Total debt $4.8B, cash & investments $597.7M. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 1.2x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-4.2B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation Analysis for Ares Management Corp
Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -11.4% | Bottom 25% | -0.4x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 10.5% | Bottom 50% | 1.0x below |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | -11.4% | Red flag | Bottom 25% of sector (median: 28.4%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 124.7% | Adequate | Elevated but manageable |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's Free Cash Flow Margin?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) has a free cash flow margin of -11.4%, generating $-614.6 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Q: How much debt does Ares Management Corp have?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.2x with total debt of $4.8 billion. Net debt $4.2 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's revenue and earnings growth?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) grew revenue by 21.9% year-over-year. Net income -33.5% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Q: Is Ares Management Corp buying back stock?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) repurchased $383.1 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Q: How does Ares Management Corp compare to competitors in Financials?
Compared to other companies in Financials, Ares Management Corp (ARES) shows: FCF margin -11.4%, sector median 28.4% (Bottom 25%). These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Financials companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Ares Management Corp?
Quantitative warning flags for Ares Management Corp (ARES): 1) FCF margin -11.4% (below 5%). Source: 10-Q filed 2026-11-06.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-11-06. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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