Ares Management (MEX:ARES) EV-to-EBITDA: 20.20 (As of Jul. 26, 2026) — Near Median

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MEX:ARES Ares Management Corp MEX:ARES
56 GF Score
Price MXN2,115.00
GF Value MXN2,993.54
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Ares Management EV-to-EBITDA?

Ares Management MEX:ARES 56 EV-to-EBITDA is 20.20 as of Jul. 26, 2026, which is 3% below its 10-year median of 20.82. GuruFocus rates MEX:ARES with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,993.54 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 510 Asset Management companies, Ares Management ranks worse than 77.84% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Ares Management's enterprise value is MXN823,958 Mil. Ares Management's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN40,788 Mil. Therefore, Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 20.20.

The historical rank and industry rank for Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:ARES' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 9.26   Med: 20.82   Max: 45.84
Current: 21.12

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Ares Management was 45.84. The lowest was 9.26. And the median was 20.82.

MEX:ARES's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
77.84% of 510 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 8.64 vs MEX:ARES: 21.12

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-26), Ares Management's stock price is MXN2115.00. Ares Management's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN39.620. Therefore, Ares Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 53.38.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Ares Management  (MEX:ARES) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Ares Management's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=2115.00/39.620
=53.38

Ares Management's share price for today is MXN2115.00.
Ares Management's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN39.620.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Ares Management EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Ares Management EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Ares Management EV-to-EBITDA Chart

Ares Management Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 18.36 19.90 16.28 21.21 23.73

Ares Management Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 23.15 27.50 22.55 23.73 19.36

MEX:ARES vs TROW, PFG, RJF: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Ares Management EV-to-EBITDA vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


MEX:ARES
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Ares Management EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=823958.144/40787.944
=20.20

Ares Management's current Enterprise Value is MXN823,958 Mil.
Ares Management's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN40,788 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 20.20 mean?
Ares Management (MEX:ARES) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 20.20 as of Jul. 26, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ares Management. This is near median its historical median of 20.82. Over the past decade, Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.26 to 45.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Ares Management ranks #397 out of 510 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 77.8%.
Is Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Ares Management's current EV-to-EBITDA of 20.20 is near median its 10-year median of 20.82. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 9.26 to a high of 45.84. The Asset Management industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Ares Management's value of 20.20 is 133.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ares Management ranks #397 out of 510 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Ares Management has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ares Management's EV-to-EBITDA compare to TROW and PFG?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Ares Management ranks #397 out of 510 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Ares Management in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64. Ares Management's value of 20.20 is 133.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Ares Management's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 9.26 to 45.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 20.82 vs. the industry median of 8.64, Ares Management has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for an Asset Management company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Asset Management companies is 8.64, based on 510 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Ares Management's current EV-to-EBITDA of 20.20 is 133.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Ares Management. For the Asset Management industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 8.64 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ares Management's current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.20, which is near median its own 10-year median of 20.82. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ares Management stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ares Management (MEX:ARES) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,993.54, compared to a current price of MXN2,115.00 — trading 29.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.20, which is near median its 10-year median of 20.82 and 133.8% above the Asset Management industry median of 8.64. Ares Management's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Ares Management (MEX:ARES), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 20.20 as of Jul. 26, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Ares Management (MEX:ARES) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ares Management stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN2,115.00 is trading 29.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,993.54. GuruFocus considers Ares Management to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ARES:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 20.20 (near median its 10-year median of 20.82)
  • GF Value™: MXN2,993.54 vs. price of MXN2,115.00 (29.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 133.8% above the Asset Management median (#397 of 510)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:ARES stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Ares Management Business Description

Address 1800 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1400, Los Angeles, CA, USA, 90067
Ares Management is one of the world's largest alternative-asset managers, with $622.5 billion in total assets under management, or AUM, including $384.9 billion in fee-earning AUM, at the end of 2025. The company has four main business segments: credit strategies ($406.9 billion in total AUM and $249.8 billion in fee-earning AUM), private equity, ($25.3 billion/$14.4 billion), real estate/real assets ($139.1 billion/$84.1 billion), and other alternatives ($51.2 billion/$36.6 billion). The firm primarily serves institutional investors (80% of AUM) and high-net-worth individuals (20%). Ares operates through more than 35 offices in over 15 countries around the globe.
56GF Score

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