Ares Management Corporation Class A Common Stock
ARESAres Management Corporation (ARES) is a global alternative investment manager that specializes in credit, private equity, real estate, and strategic initiatives. Founded in 2004, the firm offers a range of investment strategies across various asset classes, serving institutional clients, private wealth advisors, and individual investors. Ares is known for its disciplined investment approach and broad platform that combines resources across multiple disciplines to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | $1.12 | 2025-12-17 | 2025-12-17 |
| September 30, 2025 | $1.12 | 2025-09-16 | 2025-09-16 |
| June 30, 2025 | $1.12 | 2025-06-16 | 2025-06-16 |
| March 31, 2025 | $1.12 | 2025-03-17 | 2025-03-17 |
| December 31, 2024 | $0.93 | 2024-12-17 | 2024-12-17 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Ares Management Corporation Class A Common Stock has rewarded shareholders with 28 dividend payments over the past 6 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held ARES shares during this period received a total of $18.48 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $1.12/share was paid 23 days ago, on December 31, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: ARES currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.77%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2019, the dividend payout has grown by 250.0%, from $0.32 to $1.12.
- Dividend Reliability: ARES has maintained or increased its dividend for 28 consecutive payments.
Company News
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