Strong Financial Performance: Ares Management reported strong second quarter results with a significant increase in assets under management (AUM) to $572 billion, reflecting a 19% quarter-over-quarter organic growth on an annualized basis. The company also generated a record $900 million in management fees, representing a 24% year-over-year increase.

Robust Fundraising: Ares raised over $26 billion in the second quarter, the second-highest quarterly fundraising total on record. Year-to-date, the company has raised $46 billion, positioning itself to exceed last year's total of $92.7 billion as institutional and wealth channels continue to show strong demand.

Dividends Increased: A quarterly dividend of $1.12 per share was declared, marking a 20% increase compared to the same quarter last year. This reflects the company's commitment to returning value to shareholders and indicates confidence in future earnings.