Ares Management Corporation ARES NYSE

Ares Management Corporation (ARES) generated $1.62B in operating cash flow for fiscal year 2025. After capital expenditures of $72.18M, free cash flow was $1.54B.

Free cash flow margin was 23.9% of revenue. Cash conversion ratio was 3.33x, indicating earnings are backed by cash.

Criteria supported by this page:

• HEALTH (33/100, Fail) — weak cash flow raises concerns about debt servicing
• MOAT (80/100, Pass) — $1.54B (23.9% FCF margin) supports a durable competitive advantage
• INCOME (45/100) — Cash conversion ratio was 3.33x confirms earnings are backed by real cash flow

Overall SharesGrow Score: 70/100 with 4/7 criteria passed.