Ares Management Corporation (ARES) Return on Invested Capital (ROIC): 5.14%
Is Ares Management Corporation’s return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
Ares Management Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 5.14% is 56% above its 5-year average of 3.30%, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.40%–5.14%).
As of Thursday, June 18, 2026. 12.97% above its 12-month average of 4.55%.
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ARES Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Metrics
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC)
5.14%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG TTM
4.55%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 3Y
3.49%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 5Y
3.30%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 10Y
2.41%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 15Y
1.40%
RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+12.97%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+47.38%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+55.60%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+113.60%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+267.67%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
ARES Competitors' Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ares Management Corporation (ARES) | $42.48B | 5.14% | 4.55% | 3.49% | 3.30% |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AMP)vs › | $42.31B | 2.03% | 2.02% | 1.94% | 1.75% |
| Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN)vs › | $43.45B | 5.24% | 9.40% | -1.24% | 7.17% |
| MSCI Inc. (MSCI)vs › | $43.45B | 35.34% | 33.76% | 30.82% | 28.13% |
| State Street SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)vs › | $44.63B | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| American International Group, Inc. (AIG)vs › | $39.64B | 5.29% | 4.88% | 2.77% | 2.21% |
| Nasdaq, Inc. (NDAQ)vs › | $46.28B | 8.26% | 7.15% | 7.18% | 7.40% |
| State Street Corporation (STT)vs › | $47.70B | 3.21% | 3.08% | 3.77% | 4.42% |
| Prudential Financial, Inc. (PRU)vs › | $37.17B | 0.68% | 0.60% | 0.34% | -2.38% |
| PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL)vs › | $37.12B | 14.95% | 13.71% | 11.83% | 11.42% |
Capital Efficiency
ROIC
5.1%
ROE
15.5%
Ares Management Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) Formula & Definition
ROIC = NOPAT / Invested Capital
Return on invested capital measures the after-tax return a company earns on all capital (debt and equity) invested in the business.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ares Management Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) FAQ
- What is the return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The return on invested capital (ROIC) for ARES stock is 5.14%.
- Is Ares Management Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) high or low?
- Ares Management Corporation's return on invested capital (ROIC) of 5.14% is 56% above its 5-year average of 3.30%, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.40%–5.14%).
- What is the TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The TTM average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ARES stock is 4.55%.
- What is the 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 3Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ARES stock is 3.49%.
- What is the 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 5Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ARES stock is 3.30%.
- What is the 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 10Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ARES stock is 2.41%.
- What is the 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 15Y average return on invested capital (ROIC) for ARES stock is 1.40%.
Ares Management Corporation Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) History
| DATE | RETURN ON INVESTED CAPITAL (ROIC) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 5.14% |
| 2024-12-31 | 3.96% |
| 2023-12-31 | 3.45% |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.40% |
| 2021-12-31 | 3.90% |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.97% |
| 2019-12-31 | 2.54% |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.83% |
| 2017-12-31 | -1.24% |
| 2016-12-31 | 3.59% |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.93% |
| 2014-12-31 | -1.24% |
| 2013-12-31 | -1.35% |
| 2012-12-31 | -1.81% |
| 2011-12-31 | -1.10% |
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About Ares Management Corporation
Ares Management Corporation functions as an investment firm specializing in alternative assets, with operations spanning the United States, Europe, and Asia. Its Tradable Credit division oversees diverse investment vehicles, including pooled funds and separately managed accounts for institutional investors, alongside publicly traded products and sub-advised funds aimed at retail investors, all within the tradable and non-investment grade corporate credit markets. The Direct Lending segment delivers financial solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. Through its Private Equity arm, the company primarily targets investments where it holds a majority or shared controlling interest, focusing on companies that are currently under-capitalized. The Real Estate group is involved in financing new property developments and the strategic repositioning of existing assets, often taking control or majority-control stakes. This group also creates and invests in specialized financing opportunities for middle-market commercial real estate owners and operators. Established in 1997, the company, formerly known as Ares Management, L.P., is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and maintains a global footprint with additional offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Ares Management GP LLC serves as its general partner.
- Sector
- Financial Services
- Industry
- Asset Management
- CEO
- Michael J. Arougheti