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22 Jun 2026, 16:46 UTC · 3h ago
ARES vs. KKR: Which Asset Manager Offers Better Upside Now?
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Zacks Investment Research
22 Jun 2026, 16:46 UTC · 3h ago
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Ares Management acquired BlueCove Limited in February 2026 to strengthen its credit platform. — Direct expansion of a core business segment generally supports long-term revenue growth and competitiveness.
+0.30Ares Management partnered with Slate Asset Management to acquire a Polish retail real estate portfolio. — Expanding the European footprint and diversifying real assets increases the firm's geographic reach.
+0.20Rising investments in technology and AI are increasing cost pressures across the asset-management industry. — Increased operational expenses can compress margins for asset managers.
-0.20Concerns regarding private credit markets may negatively affect near-term inflows into certain alternative investment strategies. — Reduced inflows would slow AUM growth, which is a primary driver of fee revenue for firms like ARES and KKR.
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The growth of actively managed ETFs is intensifying competition within the asset-management sector. — Increased competition for capital typically leads to fee compression.
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The article highlights strategic acquisitions and partnerships that support long-term growth prospects and AUM growth.
Mentioned as a prominent manager benefiting from strong institutional relationships and perpetual capital, though less specific detail is provided than for ARES.
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