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Ares Q2 2026 results fuel fundraising record and strong dry powder

Jul 31, 2026, 6:03 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Strong quarterly results with record inflows and a large dry powder buffer imply higher fee-related earnings and growth in assets, which historically support multiple expansion and valuation resilience for asset managers like ARES.

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ARES posted Q2 2026 results with GAAP net income of $150.6M and EPS of $0.49. Inflows exceeded $36B, dry powder reached $170B, and AUM stood at $671B, fueling a robust forward investment pipeline. The dividend remains $1.35 per share, suggesting continued earnings support.

  • Q2 2026 GAAP net income $150.6m; EPS $0.49.
  • Inflows exceed $36b; dry powder $170b.
  • AUM $671b; metrics up >20% YoY.
  • Dividend: $1.35 per share; DRIP program; call July 31.
  • CFO notes pipeline pickup; 170B dry powder.

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