Investment Focus & Thesis

Ares Private Credit focuses on providing financing solutions to middle market companies: Investment Range Debt investments typically ranging from $10M-$100M+ in companies with revenues of $25M-$500M. Stage Focus Senior debt, subordinated debt, and unitranche financing for middle market companies. Senior Secured Debt — First lien senior secured loans with attractive risk-adjusted returns Subordinated Debt — Second lien and mezzanine debt for companies with strong cash flows Unitranche — Combined senior and subordinated debt facilities for efficiency Special Situations — Opportunistic credit investments in special situations

What Ares Private Credit Looks For

Ares Private Credit evaluates potential investments based on several key criteria: Strong cash flows — Companies with predictable revenue and EBITDA to service debt Experienced management — Management teams with track record of execution Defensible position — Companies with competitive advantages and market position Clear use of proceeds — Well-defined capital deployment strategy Asset coverage — Adequate collateral and asset base for debt protection }> Pro Tip Ares Private Credit looks for companies with strong cash flows and experienced management. Demonstrating ability to service debt is essential.

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