Ares Management CEO Michael Arougheti stated that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has not altered his investment projections for 2026. Bloomberg posted on X that Arougheti shared his views during a discussion at #BloombergInvest. Despite the geopolitical tensions, Arougheti remains confident in his long-term investment strategy, indicating that current events have not swayed his expectations for the future. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a steady approach to investment planning, regardless of short-term disruptions.