Ares Commercial Real Estate Corp current report, 03 November 2021

Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Ares Commercial Real Estate Corp (ACRE)
Filing Type: Form 8-K (Current Report)
Report Date: November 3, 2021
Reporting Period: Quarter ended September 30, 2021

This filing serves as a notification that the registrant issued a press release and earnings presentation regarding its financial results for the third quarter of 2021. The detailed financial data is contained in the attached exhibits (Exhibit 99.1 and 99.2) and is incorporated by reference.

Key Financial Metrics

The provided text is a cover sheet and does not contain specific numerical values for revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity. These metrics are disclosed in the attached press release (Exhibit 99.1) and earnings presentation (Exhibit 99.2), which are not included in the input text.

Material Changes

The filing text does not provide specific details on material changes versus the prior comparable period. It only confirms that results for the quarter ended September 30, 2021, were announced.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

The filing text does not contain specific guidance, outlook, management commentary, risks, contingencies, or unusual items. These disclosures are located within the referenced exhibits (99.1 and 99.2).

Investor Verification Checklist

  • Review Exhibit 99.1 (Press Release) for specific Q3 2021 revenue, net income, and funds from operations (FFO) figures.
  • Examine Exhibit 99.2 (Earnings Presentation) for portfolio updates, occupancy rates, and debt maturity schedules.
  • Verify any forward-looking statements or guidance provided in the attached presentation materials.
  • Confirm the status of the company's liquidity and capital resources as detailed in the full earnings release.