Universal Music Group (UMG) reported a healthy revenue gain of 5.3% to $7.2 billion in the first half of 2026, with overall revenue hitting $3.8 billion. Despite this, the company noted a dip in artist touring income.

Universal Music Group (UMG) has acquired 14 million shares from Bill Ackman's Pershing Square, totaling approximately $290 million.

Vincent Bollore has reportedly urged Universal Music Group (UMG) to decline Bill Ackman's substantial $64 billion acquisition bid, indicating a significant development in the corporate takeover attempt.

Analysts are divided on what Bolloré's next strategic move will be following Bill Ackman's bid for Universal Music Group (UMG).

Latin music star Ricardo Montaner has filed a lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), alleging that the music giant is making wrongful claims of ownership over his music catalog and interfering with a new independent distribution deal.

Universal Music Group (UMG) has officially rejected a $65 billion takeover offer proposed by investor Bill Ackman.

Universal Music Group (UMG) has argued that an appellate court should reject Salt-N-Pepa's legal challenge regarding music ownership, citing a "foundational deficiency" in their appeal.

Universal Music Group (UMG) has presented its argument to a judge, asserting that Anthropic AI's training methods clearly do not constitute fair use, in a legal battle over AI training and copyright.

The American Federation of Musicians (AFM) has filed lawsuits against Universal Music Group (UMG) and Warner Music Group (WMG), alleging they were excluded from landmark AI licensing deals and denied compensation.

Industry observers and music executives are weighing in on the true value of Universal Music Group (UMG) following a bid from Pershing Square, with some believing the offer is too low.