Both Ares and Oaktree are global alternative investment managers headquartered in LA with about $150Bn AUM. Even their AUM distributions between Credit, Private Equity, and Real Estate are eerily similar.
Is there any notable difference between these firms, their investment thesis, prestige/name recognition, or cultures?
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