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Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund(NYSE) ARDC

Market Cap$294.78MMarket 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)+109%
5 Year+22%
1 Year-7%
1 Month-0%
$12.29
-0.08%
-0.01Today
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 12.302026-09-04
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.57%USD 12.372026-08-28
1 month-0.14%USD 12.322026-08-05
3 month+1.09%USD 12.172026-06-05
Year to date-0.71%USD 12.392025-12-31
1 year-7.4%USD 13.282025-09-04
3 year+29.79%USD 9.482023-09-05
5 year+22.18%USD 10.072021-09-03
Since inception+108.65%USD 5.902012-11-28

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$294.78MMarket 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)

$92.89M

Net Income (TTM)

$33.69M

EPS (TTM)

$0.20

P/E Ratio

62.40

Dividend

$1.35

Beta (Volatility)

0.42 (Low)

Price

$12.29

Volume

41,465.787

Open

$12.29

Previous Close

$12.30

Daily Range

$12.27 - $12.35

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, primarily in European markets. Managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC, the fund invests in a diverse range of debt instruments, including senior loans and high-yield corporate bonds.

Products and Services
  • Investment in senior loans and high-yield corporate bonds
  • Diverse portfolio of debt securities from Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs)
  • Strategic capital deployment based on macroeconomic evaluations
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue growth of 17% year-over-year in Q4 2025
  • Net income increased to $10.2 million in Q4 2025
  • Strong operating cash flow of $7.15 million in Q4 2025
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve-month revenue of $92.4 million
  • Dividend yield of approximately 10.89% TTM
  • Net profit margin of 41.81% in Q4 2025
Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. has established itself as a significant player in the fixed-income investment space. The fund's strategic focus on sub-investment grade credit ratings allows it to capitalize on higher yield opportunities while managing risk through diversification. The recent financial performance indicates a robust growth trajectory, with notable increases in revenue and net income, reflecting effective management and market positioning. The fund's ability to generate substantial operating cash flow further enhances its financial stability, providing a solid foundation for future growth. With a competitive dividend yield, Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. presents an attractive option for investors seeking income through fixed-income investments. The ongoing evaluation of global macroeconomic conditions and market dynamics positions the fund to adapt and thrive in changing financial landscapes.
AI Generated • Aug 19, 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

85.22%

Operating Margin

32.33%

Net Income Margin

10.44%

Return on Equity

1.42%

Return on Capital

5.91%

Return on Assets

0.85%

Earnings Yield

1.60%

Dividend Yield

10.98%

Payout Ratio

6.81%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$294.78MMarket 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

41.47K

Avg. Volume

104.42K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$79.35M

Operating Income

$55.97M

EBITDA

$55.95M

Operating Cash Flow

$50.08M

Capital Expenditure

$0.00

Free Cash Flow

$50.08M

Cash & ST Invst.

$5.17M

Total Debt

$216.87M

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
Q42024-12-31N/A
Q22025-06-30N/A
Q42025-12-31N/A
Q22026-06-30N/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
Q42024-12-31N/A
Q22025-06-30N/A
Q42025-12-31N/A
Q22026-06-30N/A

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$20.79M

+33.0%

Gross Profit

$17.48M

+40.8%

Gross Margin

84.09%

N/A

Market Cap

$294.78MMarket 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

-$5.51M

-126.0%

EBITDA

-$777.00K

-103.1%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$5.17M

-25.3%

Total Debt

$216.87M

+14.8%

Accounts Receivable

$13.29M

+22.5%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$216.87M

+14.8%

Short Term Debt

$0.00

N/A

Return on Assets

0.85%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

2.62%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$19.49M

+188.5%

Operating Cash Flow

$19.49M

+188.5%

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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 $12.29 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 10.98%.

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