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Ares Commercial Real Estate (ACRE)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: ACRE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -29.53% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 249.05M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.35 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 5.35 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 567580 | Beta 1.63 | 52 Weeks Range 4.43 - 7.16 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.43 - 7.16 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 12.96% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.64 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -39.85% | Operating Margin (TTM) 39.6% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -1.74% | Return on Equity (TTM) -6% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 7.34 | Enterprise Value 1357430272 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.84 |
Enterprise Value 1357430272 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.84 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 189.67 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 54857000 | Shares Floating 52637238 |
Shares Outstanding 54857000 | Shares Floating 52637238 | ||
Percent Insiders 7.08 | Percent Institutions 45.31 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2.62 | Target Price 6.8 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
Buy - | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 6 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell 1 | |
Strong Sell 1 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ares Commercial Real Estate

Company Overview
History and Background
Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation (ACRE) was formed in 2011. It focuses on originating, investing in, and managing commercial real estate debt.
Core Business Areas
- Commercial Real Estate Lending: ACRE originates and invests in senior mortgage loans, mezzanine loans, and other commercial real estate debt investments.
Leadership and Structure
ACRE is led by a management team with expertise in commercial real estate finance. It operates as a specialty finance company within the broader Ares Management Corporation platform.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Senior Mortgage Loans: These are first-lien mortgages secured by commercial properties. Market share data is not publicly available for ACRE's specific senior mortgage loan segment. Competitors include BXMT, STWD, and ARI.
- Mezzanine Loans: These are subordinate debt investments that typically offer higher yields than senior mortgages. Market share data is not publicly available for ACRE's specific mezzanine loan segment. Competitors include BXMT, STWD, and ARI.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The commercial real estate lending market is influenced by interest rates, property values, and economic growth. It is a cyclical market with periods of expansion and contraction.
Positioning
ACRE is a player in the commercial real estate debt market, focusing on originating and managing loans. Its competitive advantage lies in its affiliation with Ares Management Corporation and its established lending platform.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The commercial real estate debt market is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. ACRE is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its origination and investment activities.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong relationship with Ares Management
- Experienced management team
- Established lending platform
- Diversified loan portfolio
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations
- Credit risk associated with loan portfolio
- Reliance on external financing
- Relatively small market capitalization compared to competitors
Opportunities
- Growth in demand for commercial real estate debt
- Expansion into new markets and property types
- Strategic acquisitions and partnerships
- Increased deployment of capital
Threats
- Economic downturn and recession
- Rising interest rates
- Increased competition
- Changes in regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- BXMT
- STWD
- ARI
Competitive Landscape
ACRE competes with other commercial real estate finance companies. Its competitive advantages include its relationship with Ares Management and its experienced lending team. Its disadvantages include its smaller market capitalization compared to some competitors.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: ACRE's growth has been driven by its ability to originate and manage commercial real estate loans.
Future Projections: Analyst projections for ACRE's future growth vary depending on market conditions and company strategy.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include new loan originations, portfolio management activities, and capital raising efforts.
Summary
Ares Commercial Real Estate is a commercial real estate finance company that is affiliated with Ares Management Corporation. It has an established lending platform and an experienced management team. However, it is sensitive to interest rate fluctuations and faces credit risk. It should capitalize on opportunities to grow and diversify.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Financial news sources
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is based on estimated figures and may not be precise. Financial data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Ares Commercial Real Estate
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters New York, NY, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2012-04-26 | CEO & Director Mr. Bryan Patrick Donohoe | ||
Sector Real Estate | Industry REIT - Mortgage | Full time employees - | Website https://www.arescre.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.arescre.com |
Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation, a specialty finance company, engages in originating and investing in commercial real estate (CRE) loans and related investments in the United States. It provides loan opportunities for the owners, operators, and sponsors of CRE properties. The company's investments includes senior mortgage loans, subordinate debt, preferred equity products, mezzanine loans, and other CRE investments, including commercial mortgage-backed securities. It has elected and qualified to be taxed as a real estate investment trust for the United States federal income tax purposes under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Ares Commercial Real Estate Corporation was incorporated in 2011 and is based in New York, New York.
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