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About Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group N.V. (ticker: UMG) is a global leader in the music industry, primarily focused on the development, production, and marketing of recorded music, music publishing, and audiovisual content. Founded in 1934, it operates within the music and entertainment sector, representing a diverse array of artists across numerous genres. The company is renowned for its broad catalog of recordings and songs and has a presence in more than 60 countries, providing a platform for international and local musical talents.
Ticker
€UMG
Sector
Communication Services
Primary listing
AEX
Industry
Entertainment
Headquarters
Employees
9,636
ISIN
NL0015000IY2
Website
UMG Metrics
BasicAdvanced
€49B
23.73
€1.13
0.83
€0.52
1.94%
Price and volume
Market cap
€49B
Beta
0.83
52-week high
€29.19
52-week low
€19.93
Average daily volume
2.8M
Dividend rate
€0.52
Financial strength
Current ratio
0.6
Quick ratio
0.408
Long term debt to equity
49.506
Total debt to equity
70.138
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
44.73%
Interest coverage (TTM)
15.05%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
2,186
Gross margin (TTM)
42.99%
Net profit margin (TTM)
17.63%
Operating margin (TTM)
16.40%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
27.10%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
€1,230,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
7.98%
Return on equity (TTM)
55.56%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
23.735
Price to revenue (TTM)
4.141
Price to book
10.84
Price to tangible book (TTM)
20.45
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
31.171
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
3.21%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
86.04%
Dividend yield (TTM)
1.94%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
6.54%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
66.18%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
11.64%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
32.24%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
9.14%
What the Analysts think about UMG
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Universal Music Group stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Universal Music Group (UMG) reported an 11.8% year-over-year increase in first-quarter revenue for 2025, reaching €2.90 billion, driven by strong concert attendance, robust vinyl sales, and increased digital service subscriptions. (Reuters)
UMG anticipates over 10% annual core profit growth through 2028, supported by higher subscription revenue, expanded partnerships, and strong engagement from superfans of artists like Taylor Swift, BTS, and Drake. (Reuters)
Analysts have set an average 12-month price target of €29.39 for UMG, indicating an 8.75% upside potential from the current price, with a consensus 'Buy' rating. (Investing.com)
The European Commission is preparing to launch an antitrust investigation into UMG's proposed $775 million acquisition of Downtown Music, raising concerns about potential regulatory hurdles and market dominance issues. (Financial Times)
HSBC analyst Joseph Thomas maintained a 'Sell' rating on UMG, citing concerns over market share attrition, valuation, and the company's ability to achieve growth targets amid ongoing competitive pressures. (Markets Insider)
Pershing Square's CEO, Bill Ackman, confirmed the sale of a portion of its shares in UMG, reducing its stake from approximately 27% to 17%, which may signal reduced confidence from a major investor. (Reuters)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 28 May 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Universal Music Group stock?
Universal Music Group (UMG) has a market cap of €49B as of June 18, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Universal Music Group stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Universal Music Group (UMG) stock is 23.73 as of June 18, 2025.
Does Universal Music Group stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Universal Music Group (UMG) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of June 18, 2025, the dividend rate is €0.52 and the yield is 1.94%. Universal Music Group has a payout ratio of 44.73% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Universal Music Group dividend payment date?
The next Universal Music Group (UMG) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Universal Music Group?
Universal Music Group (UMG) has a beta rating of 0.83. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.