Ares launches Australian infrastructure fund for retail investors

SYDNEY - Ares Management Corporation (NYSE:ARES), a global alternative investment manager with over $572 billion in assets under management and currently trading at $189.27, has introduced the Ares Core Infrastructure Fund (AUT), an Australian-domiciled unit trust providing wholesale and advised retail clients access to private infrastructure investments. According to InvestingPro data, Ares has demonstrated robust growth with nearly 50% revenue growth in the last twelve months.

The new fund, launched Monday, is designed to give Australian investors access to Ares Core Infrastructure Fund (ACI), a U.S.-regulated business development company focused on operating infrastructure assets. ACI has grown to approximately A$1.8 billion in assets under management as of July 1, 2025. This expansion aligns with Ares’ strong market position, reflected in its $62.05 billion market capitalization and consistent dividend growth, having raised dividends for five consecutive years according to InvestingPro analysis.

"As private markets continue to demonstrate resilience through dynamic environments, we are seeing growing interest from wealth investors in Australia and New Zealand for deeper access and greater diversification across asset classes," said Teiki Benveniste, Managing Director and Head of Ares Wealth Management Solutions Australia and New Zealand.

The fund aims to generate returns through a structure offering quarterly liquidity to investors. It leverages Ares’ Infrastructure Opportunities business, which comprises approximately 30 investment professionals.

Keith Derman, Co-CEO of ACI, highlighted market opportunities in digital and power infrastructure sectors driven by increasing global data demand and energy needs.

This marks Ares’ fourth wealth offering in Australia and New Zealand, following the December 2024 introduction of Ares Private Markets Fund (AUT) and earlier launches of credit-focused funds. According to the company’s press release, Ares has raised approximately A$2.0 billion across its private wealth products since entering the region in 2020. The company’s expansion is supported by strong financial health metrics, earning a "GOOD" overall rating from InvestingPro, which offers comprehensive analysis through its Pro Research Report, available for over 1,400 US stocks including Ares Management.

The fund is available to wholesale clients as defined in the Corporations Act, investors using portfolio services, and other eligible participants who receive the Product Disclosure Statement within Australia.

Ares Management Corporation reported over US$572 billion of assets under management globally as of June 30, 2025, with operations across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

In other recent news, Ares Management Corporation announced its second-quarter 2025 earnings, showcasing a mixed financial performance. The company reported an earnings per share (EPS) of $1.03, which fell short of the forecasted $1.09. Despite this, Ares Management’s revenue reached $1.35 billion, significantly exceeding the anticipated $1.04 billion, resulting in a 29.81% surprise. These recent developments highlight the company’s ability to surpass revenue expectations even as earnings per share did not meet projections. While specific analyst upgrades or downgrades were not mentioned, the revenue results may influence future assessments by financial analysts. Investors may find the revenue performance noteworthy as it indicates strong business activity. Such financial results can be pivotal in shaping the company’s market position and investor sentiment.

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