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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 25, 2025 / Ares Capital Management II LLC today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (NYSE:ARDC) as of January 31, 2025 is now available via www.arespublicfunds.com. About Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. ("ARDC") is a closed-end management company that is externally managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC, a subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / February 12, 2025 / Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") (NYSE:ARDC) announced today the declaration of its distribution for the month of February 2025 of $0.1125 per common share, payable as noted below. The following dates apply to the declared distribution: Ex-Date: February 24, 2025Record Date: February 24, 2025Payable Date: March 4, 2025Per Share Amount: $0.1125 "Given the change in spreads and reduction in market rates, the management team and board believe the amended dividend enhances the future stability of distributions for the fund," said David A.

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / January 24, 2025 / Ares Capital Management II LLC today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (NYSE:ARDC) as of December 31, 2024 is now available via www.arespublicfunds.com. About Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. ("ARDC") is a closed-end management company that is externally managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC, a subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation.

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund offers a 9.2% dividend yield but carries high risk due to its heavy exposure to below investment grade debt and distribution volatility. The fund's performance is highly dependent on interest rate movements, with potential benefits from rate cuts but significant risks if rates remain high. ARDC's use of leverage amplifies both potential returns and risks, particularly in a high-interest-rate environment.

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / January 10, 2025 / Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") (NYSE:ARDC) announced today the declaration of its distribution for the month of January 2025 of $0.1175 per common share, payable as noted below. The following dates apply to the declared distribution: Ex-Date: January 21, 2025Record Date: January 21, 2025Payable Date: January 31, 2025Per Share Amount: $0.1175 Based on the Fund's current share price of $15.25 (as of its close on January 9, 2025), the distribution represents an annualized distribution rate of approximately 9.25% (calculated by annualizing the distribution amount and dividing it by the current price).

The Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund has delivered a 26.40% total return over the past three years, outperforming domestic investment-grade and junk bonds. The fund's 9.25% yield is attractive compared to domestic bond indices but lower than many peer closed-end funds due to recent share price performance. The fund's high allocation to floating-rate securities could be detrimental if the Federal Reserve continues to reduce interest rates, impacting its income.

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / July 25, 2024 / Ares Capital Management II LLC today announced that monthly fund composition and performance data for Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (NYSE:ARDC) as of June 30, 2024 is now available via www.arespublicfunds.com. About Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. ("ARDC") is a closed-end management company that is externally managed by Ares Capital Management II LLC, a subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation.

Income investors are eyeing high-yield fixed income vehicles with interest rates potentially declining in 2024. Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund offers attractive total return through current income and capital appreciation, investing primarily in senior loans and corporate bonds. ARDC pays monthly distributions with a 12.08% yield, has outperformed its industry and the S&P 500, and is currently trading at a premium to NAV.