Ares

American

[air-eez] / ˈɛər iz /

noun

the ancient Greek god of war, a son of Zeus and Hera, identified by the Romans with Mars.

Ares British

/ ˈɛəriːz /

noun

Roman counterpart: Mars. Greek myth the god of war, born of Zeus and Hera

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Ares Cultural

The Greek and Roman god of war, brutal and bloodthirsty. He was the son of Zeus and Hera.

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Blue Owl Capital gained 4.9%, KKR advanced 5%, and Ares Management advanced 5%.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Redemptions across the industry soared in the first quarter, when firms like BlackRock, Blue Owl, and Ares Management were forced to impose limits on how much was taken out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

About 40% of the money the firm manages comes from individuals, leaving it more exposed to the shift in sentiment than competitors like Apollo Global Management and Ares Management.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Ares Capital’s portfolio includes 60% first-lien loans, differing from the 80% average for BDCs.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Gregor had never seen Ares dive in earnest.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins

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