Ares Management Corp (ARES) Factsheet
Earnings-call transcript: none · IR deck: none — watch a real agent read these end-to-end →
Ares Management Corp (ARES) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2025-11-06. Data as of Q2 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC N/A. FCF margin 17.2%. D/E 1.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | N/A | Below expectations |
| FCF Margin | 17.2% | Strong cash generation |
| Debt/Equity | 1.2x | Moderate leverage |
FCF margin 17.2% — Bottom 50%.
Explore Ares Management Corp: Earnings History | Filings
Programmatic access: Available via MCP at mcp.metricduck.com. Tools for ARES: get_company_overview, get_filing_index (lens: debt_stress, management_outlook, risk_trajectory), get_filing_changes, get_metric_history, compare_companies, screen_filing_signals.
Profitability: Ares Management Corp earns N/A ROIC
ROIC TTM N/A. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | N/A | Red flag | Below cost of capital |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.0% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
Cash Flow: Ares Management Corp generates $912.1M FCF at 17.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $912.1M. FCF margin 17.2%, Bottom 50%. OCF/Net income 1.4x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 17.2% | Good | Excellent cash conversion |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $912.1M | 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 2025-11-06.
| 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
EV/Sales 0.7x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| EV/Sales | 0.7x | Excellent | Attractive revenue multiple |
Capital Allocation: Ares Management Corp returns 0.0% shareholder yield
Total shareholder yield 0.0%. Capital returned $477.5M TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 0.0% | Warning | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $477.5M | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 17.2% | Bottom 50% | 0.7x below |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.0% | Top 50% | 1.3x above |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | ARES | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 17.2% | Good | Bottom 50% of sector (median: 24.2%) |
| 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. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's Free Cash Flow Margin?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) has a free cash flow margin of 17.2%, generating $912.1 million in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
Q: What is Ares Management Corp's P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Ares Management Corp (ARES) EV/Sales 0.7x. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
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 $4.6 billion. Net debt $4.0 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2025-11-06.
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 2025-11-06.
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 2025-11-06.
Q: How does Ares Management Corp compare to competitors in Financials?
Compared to other companies in Financials, Ares Management Corp (ARES) shows: FCF margin 17.2%, sector median 24.2% (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 2025-11-06.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2025-11-06. 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.