Ares caps withdrawals again at $23B flagship private credit fund

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1Ares Management again capped withdrawals at its flagship private credit fund after redemption requests rose in the second quarter.

In a move that highlights growing liquidity strains in the private credit market, Ares Management has again capped withdrawals at its flagship $23 billion private credit fund after redemption requests rose in the second quarter. The decision, reported by Reuters, marks the second time the firm has restricted redemptions, underscoring persistent challenges in an asset class known for its longer lock-up periods.

This is the second time Ares has imposed withdrawal limits in recent months, pointing to sustained cash-flow pressures in illiquid funds. Shares of ARES closed at $113.87 (as of June 24, 2026), well off the session high of $120.68, reflecting investors' growing unease about the repeated restrictions.

Investors will be watching whether Ares can stabilize its asset base amid continued redemption pressure, with key support near $113 potentially tested if outflows persist. The company's upcoming third-quarter results and operational updates will be closely scrutinized for signs of the true impact of these caps on the firm's financial health.