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Universal Music Group, the company behind stars like Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift, has filed confidentially to go public in the U.S., and is the latest to test a revival in the IPO market.
Universal Music Group disclosed on Monday it had confidentially filed for a U.S. initial public offering, amid growing investor optimism for IPOs.
HILVERSUM, The Netherlands , July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group N.V. (EURONEXT: UMG) ("UMG" or the "Company") announced today that it has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on Form F-1 to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") relating to a proposed public offering in the United States of the Company's ordinary shares held by certain shareholders.
HILVERSUM, The Netherlands , July 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group N.V. (EURONEXT: UMG) announced today that it will release its financial results for the second quarter and first half ended June 30, 2025 after the close of the Euronext market on July 31, 2025.
EU antitrust regulators will decide by July 22 whether to clear Universal Music Group's $775 million acquisition of Downtown Music, according to a European Commission filing on Tuesday.
Beastie Boys and Universal Music Group settled lawsuits accusing the parent of Chili's of using the legendary rap trio's 1994 song "Sabotage" without permission in social media ads to promote the restaurant chain.
Universal Music Group's recent recovery is driven by improved deals with Spotify and Amazon, but its dependence on DSPs and unpredictable margins remain key risks. The CFO transition and Bill Ackman's board exit add uncertainty, while a potential Nasdaq listing could boost visibility and demand. Despite a strong artist portfolio and wide moat, UMG's growth is likely to decelerate as new deal effects fade.
HILVERSUM, Netherlands , May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group N.V. ("UMG" or "the Company") today announced the results of its Annual General Meeting of Shareholders ("AGM") held earlier today.
Ackman had served as a director for three years, and his hedge fund remains UMG's largest shareholder.
Universal Music Group , the world's biggest music label, said on Monday it has appointed Matt Ellis as its new chief financial officer.