Universal Music Group Is Going Public, But Don’t Call It an IPOJohn TurnerFebruary 19, 2021February 19, 2021The most accurate wording is that Vivendi will spin off UMG-- as used in its Feb. 13 press release -- as a standalone corporation with stock that’s separate from its parent company.…...
Can Big Hit & Universal Music Create the Next BTS on US TV?John TurnerFebruary 18, 2021February 18, 2021Big Hit and UMG are planning to create a joint venture recording label and an American Idol-like audition show in the U.S. to find the...
It’s a Growth Story: What’s Behind UMG’s Accelerated IPO Plans?John TurnerFebruary 17, 2021February 17, 2021With the market for initial public stock offerings raging, Universal Music Group parent Vivendi doesn't want to miss a good opportunity....
Vivendi Planning to Move Forward With UMG IPO This YearJohn TurnerFebruary 13, 2021February 13, 2021French media conglomerate Vivendi announced Saturday (Feb. 13) that it may move forward with the Universal Music Group IPO before the end of 2021....