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  1. Oct 30, 2026, 7:10 PM ET · Opinion

    TD Cowen still thinks Ares Management is a good buy but has lowered its price target to $158.

    Good for ARES

    TD Cowen kept its Buy rating on Ares Management but cut its target by $1 to $158. Its continued positive view points to a favorable read.

  2. Sep 24, 2026, 8:07 AM ET · Market

    An analyst at Ares Management starts with a positive outlook and shares the top 5 picks for Thursday.

    Good for ARES

    Piper Sandler opened coverage on Ares with an Overweight rating and $150 target; I read this as a positive signal for Ares's shares.

  3. Sep 18, 2026, 4:44 PM ET · Market

    Mercer Advisors is trading $1.6B in private loans for a cheaper bank loan, saving $29M each year.

    Bad for ARES

    Ares held private credit that Mercer will repay, which may reduce Ares's yield-generating loan portfolio if more borrowers move to bank loans.

  4. Aug 21, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · Market

    Ares Sports, Media & Entertainment Opportunities LP discloses unregistered equity securities transactions.

    Neutral

    Ares Sports, Media & Entertainment Opportunities LP has filed a Form 8-K regarding unregistered sales of equity securities, which could lead to changes in the company's capital structure and affect investor sentiment. This filing is crucial for stakeholders as it may influence trading decisions and perceptions of the company's financial health.

  5. Aug 19, 2026, 4:55 PM ET · Market

    Jefferies Credit Partners is transferring its loans to a newly established fund.

    Good for ARES

    Jefferies Credit Partners is moving its loans into a new fund aimed at raising €1 billion, which highlights the growing interest and activity in the private credit secondaries market. This move is expected to enhance liquidity and portfolio management for investors, benefiting firms like Ares Management that are actively participating in this space.

  6. Aug 6, 2026, 7:14 AM ET · Market

    Despite redemption challenges, Ares secures a $2.2 billion healthcare loan, reflecting robust demand in private credit.

    Neutral

    Ares Management's arrangement of a $2.2 billion loan for MedImpact Holdings' acquisition of Medical Card System highlights the firm's strong position in the private credit market, despite broader challenges. This deal reflects ongoing appetite for private credit solutions in the healthcare sector, which could signal confidence in future growth opportunities.

  7. Aug 6, 2026, 6:11 AM ET · Market

    $1.1 billion in private credit stakes to be divested by Bridgepoint as funds pursue exit strategies.

    Neutral

    Bridgepoint Group's exploration of a $1.1 billion sale in private credit stakes highlights a growing trend in the market as investors seek liquidity through secondary transactions. This move, alongside Ares Management's ongoing efforts to sell $3.4 billion in private credit interests, indicates a shift in investment strategies amidst challenging exit conditions, potentially benefiting firms…