Ares Management Corporation ARES NYSE

Ares Management Corporation (ARES) has shown exceptional revenue growth over the past 3 years, expanding from $3.1B to $6.5B (average +28.8%/yr). Net income reached $527M, reflecting exceptional earnings expansion at +64.9%/yr on average. The net profit margin is 8.2%, which is moderate. The company has maintained profitability in all 4 of the past 4 years, demonstrating a consistent earnings track record. The gross margin is 74.8% (high), with a +34.1pp trend over the period. With a $37B market cap and MOAT composite score of 80/100, the company has a strong competitive position.

Criteria proven by this page:

• GROWTH (100/100, Pass) — proving strong growth momentum
• PAST (100/100, Pass) — proving consistent earnings. Looking at the full 15-year history, the company was profitable in 15 of 15 years — a perfect long-term track record
• INCOME (45/100, Partial) — the company is profitable but margin is below 15%
• MOAT (80/100, Pass) — strong gross margins and market scale prove a durable competitive advantage

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