Ares Management Corp (ARES) Factsheet
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Ares Management Corp (ARES) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-08-07. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC N/A. FCF margin 15.8%. D/E 1.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | N/A | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 15.8% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 1.2x | Moderate leverage |
FCF margin 15.8% — Bottom 50%.
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Profitability: Ares Management Corp earns N/A ROIC
ROIC TTM N/A, sector median -19.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | N/A | Red flag | Below sector median of -19.5% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.0% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
Cash Flow: Ares Management Corp generates $836.1M FCF at 15.8% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $836.1M. FCF margin 15.8%, Bottom 50%. OCF/Net income 1.4x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 15.8% | Good | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $836.1M | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.4x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Ares Management Corp at 1.2x leverage
Debt/Equity 1.2x. Total debt $4.6B, cash & investments $557.1M. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 1.2x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-4.0B | Warning | Net debt position |
Valuation Analysis for Ares Management Corp
Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 15.8% | Bottom 50% | 0.6x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.0% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 15.8% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 27.4%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 115.3% | 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. Sector median -19.5%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's Free Cash Flow Margin?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) has a free cash flow margin of 15.8%, generating $836.1 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
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 2026-08-07.
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 $4.6 billion. Net debt $4.0 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's revenue and earnings growth?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) grew revenue by 28.5% year-over-year. Net income +32.6% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
Q: Is Ares Management Corp buying back stock?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) repurchased $384.7 million of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 0.9%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
Q: How does Ares Management Corp compare to competitors in Financials?
Compared to other companies in Financials, Ares Management Corp (ARES) shows: ROIC N/A, sector median -19.5% (N/Ax). FCF margin 15.8%, sector median 27.4% (Bottom 50%). 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?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Ares Management Corp (ARES) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-08-07.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-08-07. TTM metrics as of Q2 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.