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Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund(NYSE) ARDC

Current Price$12.37
Market Cap$296.70MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2012)+108%
5 Year+27%
1 Year-4%
1 Month-0%
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 12.382026-07-24
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+0.1%USD 12.372026-07-17
1 month-0.38%USD 12.432026-06-24
3 month+1.89%USD 12.152026-04-24
Year to date-0.97%USD 12.502025-12-31
1 year-3.52%USD 12.832025-07-24
3 year+34.17%USD 9.232023-07-25
5 year+27.4%USD 9.722021-07-23
Since inception+108.1%USD 5.952012-11-28

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$296.70MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$87.73M

Net Income (TTM)

$60.36M

EPS (TTM)

$0.94

P/E Ratio

13.23

Dividend

$1.35

Beta (Volatility)

0.42 (Low)

Price

$12.37

Volume

565

Open

$12.42

Previous Close

$12.37

Daily Range

$12.37 - $12.42

52-Week Range

$11.60 - $15.03

Estimated Earnings Date

May 30, 2025

ARDC News

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About Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. is a closed-end mutual fund focused on fixed-income investments, managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC. The fund strategically allocates capital across European fixed-income markets, primarily investing in diverse debt instruments.

Products and Services
  • Investment in senior loans to sub-investment grade companies
  • High-yield corporate bonds below investment grade
  • Debt securities from Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs)
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue growth of 17% year-over-year in Q4 2025
  • Strong net income of $10.2 million reported in Q4 2025
  • Consistent dividend yield of 10.82% reflects solid income generation
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of $92.5 million
  • Net profit margin of 49.32% indicates efficient operations
  • Operating income of $15.4 million in Q4 2025 showcases profitability
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. has established itself as a significant player in the asset management industry, particularly in fixed-income investments. The fund's strategic focus on diverse debt instruments allows it to navigate various market conditions effectively. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue growth trajectory, with a notable increase in net income, underscoring the fund's operational efficiency. The consistent dividend yield further enhances its appeal to income-focused investors. Overall, Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. presents a compelling opportunity for those interested in fixed-income investment strategies.
AI Generated • Jul 20, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

Sector

Financials

CEO

Seth J. Brufsky, MBA

Website

arespublicfunds.com

Headquarters

Los Angeles, CA 90067, US

ARDC Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

84.88%

Operating Margin

73.78%

Net Income Margin

49.32%

Return on Equity

6.47%

Return on Capital

5.91%

Return on Assets

3.83%

Earnings Yield

7.56%

Dividend Yield

10.90%

Payout Ratio

1.43%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$296.70MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

23.97M

Volume

565

Avg. Volume

123.50K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$74.28M

Operating Income

$82.19M

EBITDA

$82.14M

Operating Cash Flow

$37.34M

Capital Expenditure

$0.00

Free Cash Flow

$37.34M

Cash & ST Invst.

$7.51M

Total Debt

$222.83M

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund Performance Analysis

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 24,093,000-46.7%
20232023-12-31USD 32,258,00033.9%
20242024-12-31USD 42,359,00031.3%
20252025-12-31USD 45,370,0007.1%
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-06-30N/A
Q42024-12-31N/A
Q22025-06-30N/A
Q42025-12-31N/A
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD -2.01N/A
20232023-12-31USD 2.46N/A
20242024-12-31USD 1.61-34.4%
20252025-12-31USD 0.93-42.1%
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-06-30N/A
Q42024-12-31N/A
Q22025-06-30N/A
Q42025-12-31N/A

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Revenue

$24.48M

+39.0%

Gross Profit

$21.10M

+48.0%

Gross Margin

86.18%

N/A

Market Cap

$296.70MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

N/A

N/A

Net Income

$10.23M

-67.9%

EBITDA

$15.39M

-77.5%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2025YOY CHG

Total Cash

$7.51M

-20.2%

Total Debt

$222.83M

+37.0%

Accounts Receivable

$18.28M

+138.0%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$123.19M

-24.3%

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

3.83%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

5.90%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$7.15M

-70.5%

Operating Cash Flow

$7.15M

-70.5%

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Questions About ARDC

What is the current price of Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund?

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund is trading at $12.37 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund?

Over the past 52 weeks, Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund has traded between $11.60 and $15.03.

How much debt does Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund reported total debt of $222.83M.

How much cash does Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund have on hand?

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund reported $7.51M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund’s dividend yield?

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund currently has a dividend yield of 10.90%.

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