Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund Declares a Monthly Distribution of $0.1125 Per Share

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Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund (NYSE:ARDC) declared a monthly distribution of $0.1125 per common share for March 2026. Key dates: Ex‑Date March 20, 2026; Record Date March 20, 2026; Payable Date March 31, 2026. Based on a closing share price of $12.23 on March 9, 2026, this equals an annualized distribution rate of approximately 11.04%.

The fund cautioned that distribution sources are estimates, timing and amounts are discretionary, and tax reporting will be provided on Form 1099‑DIV after year end.

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• Monthly distribution of $0.1125 per share declared
• Annualized distribution rate approximately 11.04% based on $12.23 price
• Payable date set for March 31, 2026

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• Distribution sources are estimates and may change for tax reporting
• Timing and amount of future distributions are at the fund's discretion
• Portion of distribution may be return of capital or capital gains

NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / March 10, 2026 / Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc. (the "Fund") (NYSE:ARDC) announced today the declaration of its distribution for the month of March 2026 of $0.1125 per common share, payable as noted below.

The following dates apply to the declared distribution:

Ex-Date: March 20, 2026

Record Date: March 20, 2026

Payable Date: March 31, 2026

Per Share Amount: $0.1125

Based on the Fund's current share price of $12.23 (as of its close on March 9, 2026), the distribution represents an annualized distribution rate of approximately 11.04% (calculated by annualizing the distribution amount and dividing it by the current price). Information regarding the distribution rate is included for informational purposes only and is not necessarily indicative of future results, the achievement of which cannot be assured. The distribution rate should not be considered the yield or total return on an investment in the Fund.

The timing and amount of future distributions, if any, are at the discretion of the Fund. As required by Section 19(a) of the Investment Company Act of 1940, a notice will be distributed to the Fund's stockholders in the event that a portion of a monthly distribution is derived from sources other than undistributed net investment income, such as from short-term capital gain, long-term capital gain, or return of capital. Such notices will also be posted on the Fund's website at www.arespublicfunds.com.

The amounts and sources of distributions reported are only estimates and are not provided for tax reporting purposes. The actual amounts and sources of the amounts for tax reporting purposes will depend upon the Fund's investment performance during the remainder of its fiscal year and may be subject to change based on tax regulations. The final determination of the source of these distributions will be made after the Fund's fiscal year end. If necessary, the Fund may elect to pay an adjusting distribution in December that includes any additional income and net realized capital gains in excess of the monthly distributions for that year to satisfy the minimum distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code. In January or February of each year, investors will be sent a Form 1099‑DIV for the previous calendar year that will define how to report these distributions for federal income tax purposes.

This press release is not intended to, and does not constitute, an offer to purchase or sell shares of ARDC.

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. ARDC seeks to provide an attractive level of total return primarily through current income and, secondarily, through capital appreciation. ARDC invests in a broad, dynamically-managed portfolio of credit investments. There can be no assurance that ARDC will achieve its investment objective. ARDC's net asset value may be accessed through its NASDAQ ticker symbol, XADCX. Additional information is available at www.arespublicfunds.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements included herein may constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. securities laws, and may relate to future events or our future performance or financial condition. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, condition or results and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors, including those described from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and others beyond the Fund's control. Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements made herein.

This document is not an offer to sell securities and is not soliciting an offer to buy securities in any jurisdiction where the offer or sale is not permitted. An investor should consider the Fund's investment objective, risks, charges and expenses carefully before investing.

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund is a closed-end fund, which does not engage in a continuous offering of its shares. Since its initial public offering, the Fund has traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol ARDC. Investors wishing to purchase or sell shares may do so by placing orders through a broker dealer or other intermediary.

Contact

Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund, Inc.
John Stilmar
jstilmar@aresmgmt.com
(888) 818-5298

or

Destra Capital Advisors LLC
ARDC@destracapital.com
(877) 855-3434

SOURCE: Ares Dynamic Credit Allocation Fund

View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire

FAQ

What distribution did ARDC declare for March 2026 and when is it payable?

ARDC declared a monthly distribution of $0.1125 per share, payable March 31, 2026. According to the company, the record and ex‑date are March 20, 2026, and payment will be made to shareholders of record on that date.

How was the ARDC annualized distribution rate of 11.04% calculated?

The 11.04% figure annualizes the March distribution and divides it by the current share price of $12.23. According to the company, this is an informational calculation and not a guaranteed future yield or total return.

Will ARDC's March 2026 distribution affect my taxes and how will I be informed?

Distributions may include income, capital gains, or return of capital and affect tax reporting. According to the company, investors will receive a Form 1099‑DIV in January or February defining tax treatment for the prior calendar year.

Is the March 2026 distribution from ARDC guaranteed to continue at this level?

No; the timing and amount of future distributions are at the fund's discretion and not guaranteed. According to the company, distribution sources are estimates and future amounts may change based on performance and tax rules.

What are the important dates investors should note for ARDC's March 2026 distribution?

Investors should note the ex‑date and record date of March 20, 2026 and the payable date of March 31, 2026. According to the company, shareholders of record on March 20 will be eligible for the March distribution.