Best New Fund – Alternatives
Ares Management
Henry Lee
partner and head of wealth management solutions for Asia, Ares Management
We are pleased to be recognised by Asian Private Banker in this alternatives fund category.rnrnAres seeks to expand individual investorsu2019 access to the strength of our market-leading European direct lending strategy, including its scale, localised origination, and active portfolio management, to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns.rnrnAs European private credit continues to gain greater visibility and penetration, we believe our strategy is well-positioned to build on its 18-year track record of disciplined capital deployment in quality investments to support borrowersu2019 long-term objectives.
Winners Rationale
“Ares European Strategic Income Fund leverages Ares Wealth Management’s position as a market-leading pioneer in European direct lending. The firm boasts an extensive network of investment professionals across Europe. This scale ensures superior deal flow, rigorous underwriting, and proprietary origination, ” said Stanley Li, senior reporter at Asian Private Banker.
“Since its launch, the fund has demonstrated robust growth and strong performance. Crucially, this success is underpinned by diligent risk management. It also benefited from opportune timing in the Asian market, meeting demand from a rising private wealth base that is actively seeking diversification outside the US amid shifting market dynamics.
“Demonstrating dedication to its partners, the Ares Wealth Management team provides end-to-end support across every stage of the sales cycle, from initial engagement to final service. To better serve the region, the APAC team has also significantly expanded this year. For these reasons and more, Asian Private Banker is delighted to award Ares Wealth Management with Best Fund Provider – New Fund – Alternatives.”
