Ares Assets Reach Record as CEO Sees ‘Strong’ Fundraising Ahead
Original Report
Ares Management Corp.’s assets under management climbed to a record $622 billion at the end of 2025 as clients bet on private credit and secondary investments.
Glass House Analysis
This development in the banking sector reflects broader tensions between regulatory pressure and financial industry practices. The banking system serves as the circulatory system of the economy; any disruption ripples through to small businesses, homebuyers, and everyday consumers who depend on credit access.
The implications extend beyond the immediate news cycle. Every economic development creates ripples that affect employment, prices, and opportunities in ways that may not be immediately visible but are deeply felt. By tracking these connections, we can better understand how the economy truly works—not as an abstract machine, but as a human system shaped by and shaping the lives of millions.
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