Ares Management Corporation (ARES) Revenue History
Annual and quarterly revenue from 2011 to present
ARES Revenue Over Time (2011–2025)
ARES Revenue Growth History
10 of 14 years with positive growth- FY2011 revenue growth
- N/A
- FY2012 revenue growth
- -87.5%
- FY2013 revenue growth
- +43.3%
- FY2014 revenue growth
- +26.2%
- FY2015 revenue growth
- +34.9%
- FY2016 revenue growth
- +54.0%
- FY2017 revenue growth
- +18.0%
- FY2018 revenue growth
- -35.2%
- FY2019 revenue growth
- +84.2%
- FY2020 revenue growth
- -0.1%
- FY2021 revenue growth
- +138.8%
- FY2022 revenue growth
- -27.5%
- FY2023 revenue growth
- +18.9%
- FY2024 revenue growth
- +7.0%
- FY2025 revenue growth
- +66.6%
| Quarter | Revenue | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Q4 2025 | $1.77B | — |
| Q3 2025 | $1.66B | — |
| Q2 2025 | $1.35B | — |
| Q1 2025 | $1.09B | — |
| Q4 2024 | $1.26B | — |
| Q3 2024 | $1.13B | — |
| Q2 2024 | $788.7M | — |
| Q1 2024 | $707.4M | — |
Multi-year avg. share of annual revenue by fiscal quarter
Revenue Breakdown (FY 2025)
ARES's revenue distribution by segment and geography for fiscal year 2025
By Product/Segment
ARES Revenue Analysis (2011–2025)
Current Revenue & Growth
As of June 21, 2026, Ares Management Corporation (ARES) generated trailing twelve-month (TTM) revenue of $5.86 billion, reflecting explosive growth of +40.3% year-over-year. The most recent quarter (Q4 2025) recorded $1.77 billion in revenue, up 6.5% sequentially.
Historical Growth Trajectory
ARES's 5-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +29.7%, indicating outstanding long-term growth trajectory. The 3-year CAGR of +28.4% is below the 5-year average, signalling a growth deceleration in recent years. Ares Management Corporation's highest annual revenue of $6.47 billion was recorded in 2025, an all-time high.
Revenue by Segment
ARES's revenue is primarily driven by Management Service (64%), Carried Interest (21%), and Administrative Service (6%). With over half of revenue concentrated in Management Service, the company has a focused business model while developing other growth vectors.
Peer Comparison
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ARES Revenue vs Peers
Revenue metrics vs comparable public companies
| Company | TTM Revenue | YoY Growth | 5Y CAGR | Op. Margin | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARESCurrent | $5.9B | +40.3% | +29.7% | 27.2% | |
 APO | $30.3B | - | - | 34.4% | |
 KKR | $19.3B | - | - | 2.4% | |
 BX | $13.8B | - | - | 51.9% | |
 CG | $4.9B | - | - | 26.2% | |
 BAM | $4.9B | - | - | 57.6% |
ARES Historical Revenue Data (2011–2025)
| Year | Revenue | YoY % | Gross Profit | Gross Margin | Op. Income | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6.47B | - | $4.84B | 74.8% | $1.76B | 27.2% |
| 2024 | $3.88B | - | $2.15B | 55.4% | $946.1M | 24.4% |
| 2023 | $3.63B | - | $2.15B | 59.1% | $834.0M | 23.0% |
| 2022 | $3.06B | - | $1.56B | 51.0% | $306.4M | 10.0% |
| 2021 | $4.21B | - | $3.05B | 72.4% | $802.0M | 19.0% |
| 2020 | $1.76B | - | $996.8M | 56.5% | $313.6M | 17.8% |
| 2019 | $1.77B | - | $1.11B | 63.0% | $302.6M | 17.1% |
| 2018 | $958.5M | - | $388.1M | 40.5% | $88.1M | 9.2% |
| 2017 | $1.48B | - | $965.8M | 65.3% | $-89,259,000 | -6.0% |
| 2016 | $1.25B | - | $806.6M | 64.3% | $182.8M | 14.6% |
| 2015 | $814.4M | - | $400.0M | 49.1% | $45.4M | 5.6% |
| 2014 | $603.9M | - | $147.5M | 24.4% | $-256,150,000 | -42.4% |
| 2013 | $478.7M | - | $144.8M | 30.2% | $-323,242,000 | -67.5% |
| 2012 | $334.0M | - | $45.3M | 13.6% | $-424,485,000 | -127.1% |
| 2011 | $2.68B | - | $6.2M | 0.2% | $-260,947,000 | -9.7% |
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ARES — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ARES stock.
Is ARES's revenue growth accelerating or slowing?
ARES revenue growth is accelerating. TTM revenue reached $5.9B, up +40.3% year-over-year — ahead of the 5-year CAGR of +29.7%. This indicates the business is expanding faster than its historical baseline.
What is ARES's revenue history from 2011 to 2026?
Ares Management Corporation (ARES) revenue history spans 2011 to 2026. TTM revenue as of 2026 is $5.9B, growing at +40.3% YoY. The 5-year CAGR is +29.7%. Complete annual and quarterly revenue figures are available on this page, including gross profit, operating income, and margin trends.
What is ARES's long-term revenue growth rate (CAGR)?
Ares Management Corporation's 5-year revenue CAGR of +29.7% reflects the sustained nature of its business expansion. As of 2026, the current YoY growth rate of +40.3% is above this long-term average. CAGR is the most reliable measure of sustained revenue momentum for ARES.
Why does ARES's quarterly revenue fluctuate?
ARES quarterly revenue can fluctuate significantly between periods. A quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) change does not always indicate a trend; comparing the same quarter year-over-year (YoY) is a more reliable signal for underlying growth. Ares Management Corporation's revenue data from 2011 to 2026 shows full historical quarterly detail on this page.
How is ARES's revenue distributed by segment?
ARES reports revenue broken down by product line and geographic region. The segment breakdown on this page shows which business units contribute the most to total revenue as of the latest fiscal year. Concentration in a single segment above 50% indicates category dependence, while a diversified mix signals more resilient revenue streams.
How does ARES's revenue compare to industry peers?
Ares Management Corporation (ARES) with TTM revenue of $5.9B and +40.3% YoY growth can be benchmarked against sector peers using the comparison table on this page. Revenue growth relative to peers indicates market share gains or losses. The peer section shows TTM revenue, YoY growth, and operating margin for direct comparisons.