Ares Management

Ares Management operates as an alternative asset management firm. It creates value by raising third-party capital into private market vehicles, investing and managing those assets on behalf of investors, and using its platform scale, track record and distribution capabilities to attract additional commitments. Revenue is generated through recurring management fees on assets under management and performance-related income where fund returns exceed agreed thresholds.

Ares Management is a publicly listed alternative investment manager. It raises capital from institutional and other professional investors, deploys that capital across alternative asset strategies, and earns revenue primarily from recurring management fees and performance-based income tied to investment results.

Its customers are principally limited partners and institutional allocators seeking exposure to private markets rather than end consumers. The business model combines long-duration fund relationships, investment origination and portfolio management, and selective acquisitions to broaden strategy coverage and distribution.