The company operates as a blank check company, primarily intended to facilitate mergers or acquisitions with one or more target businesses. It has not conducted any operations nor generated revenue to date, essentially functioning as a shell company with most of its assets held in cash. The company's strategy centers on leveraging capital from its Initial Public Offering (IPO) to pursue its initial business combination, which must be completed within a specified time frame of 24 months following the closing of the IPO.
Furthermore, the company's business model is structured to attract businesses that seek a more expedient route to becoming public compared to traditional IPOs. By providing a public currency and operational support post-acquisition, it aims to grow its target businesses while enhancing shareholder value. The company's robust investment process, rooted in extensive due diligence and market analysis, relies heavily on Ares Management's established network and expertise, positioning it favorably to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities in various sectors.