Industry Apr 29, 2026

Universal Music Group's Quarterly Earnings and Stock Moves

UMG's board approved plans to double its share buyback program to 1 billion euros ($1.16 billion) and sell half of UMG's stake in Spotify.

Originally published by Billboard
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Universal Music Group's Quarterly Earnings and Stock Moves

Universal Music Group reported quarterly revenues totaling $3.3 billion, despite a less active release schedule. The company's board has authorized a doubling of its share buyback program, now valued at 1 billion euros, and plans to divest half of its stake in Spotify. Originally reported by Billboard.