Ares Management Corporation (ARES) Debt to Equity Ratio: 3.49
Is Ares Management Corporation’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Ares Management Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 3.49 is 48% below its 5-year average of 6.65, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.49–9.13).
As of Tuesday, June 16, 2026. 3.06% below its 12-month average of 3.60.
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ARES Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
3.49
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
3.60
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
5.98
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
6.65
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
7.25
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
6.83
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
N/A
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-3.06%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-41.61%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-47.51%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-51.83%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-48.88%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
N/A
ARES Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ares Management Corporation (ARES) | $44.45B | 3.49 | 3.60 | 5.98 | 6.65 |
| MSCI Inc. (MSCI)vs › | $44.49B | -2.39 | 5.86 | 3.50 | 2.52 |
| Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN)vs › | $44.69B | 0.53 | 0.49 | 0.53 | 0.51 |
| State Street SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA)vs › | $45.35B | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| State Street Corporation (STT)vs › | $46.32B | 1.07 | 1.26 | 1.07 | 0.94 |
| Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AMP)vs › | $41.34B | 0.90 | 0.98 | 1.15 | 1.05 |
| American International Group, Inc. (AIG)vs › | $39.58B | 0.22 | 0.21 | 0.33 | 0.39 |
| Discover Financial Services (DFS)vs › | $50.34B | 0.91 | 1.21 | 1.34 | 1.58 |
| Prudential Financial, Inc. (PRU)vs › | $38.46B | 0.71 | 0.86 | 1.10 | 0.87 |
| PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL)vs › | $37.48B | 0.49 | 0.48 | 0.48 | 0.47 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
3.49
Current Ratio
2.24
Ares Management Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ares Management Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The debt to equity ratio for ARES stock is 3.49.
- Is Ares Management Corporation's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Ares Management Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 3.49 is 48% below its 5-year average of 6.65, near the low end of its 5-year range (3.49–9.13).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for ARES stock is 3.60.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for ARES stock is 5.98.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for ARES stock is 6.65.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for ARES stock is 7.25.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Ares Management Corporation (ARES)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for ARES stock is 6.83.
Ares Management Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 3.49 |
| 2024-12-31 | 3.71 |
| 2023-12-31 | 8.32 |
| 2022-12-31 | 8.39 |
| 2021-12-31 | 6.85 |
| 2020-12-31 | 9.13 |
| 2019-12-31 | 11.15 |
| 2018-12-31 | 12.53 |
| 2017-12-31 | 7.74 |
| 2016-12-31 | 5.73 |
| 2015-12-31 | 2.66 |
| 2014-12-31 | 47.42 |
| 2013-12-31 | 2.23 |
| 2012-12-31 | 29.95 |
| 2011-12-31 | 39.83 |
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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