Universal Music

IPO

Universal Music Group, the world's leading music company | Home Page - UMG

Public · Santa Monica, United States · Founded 1934 · $6.8B raised

Employees
10001+
Founded
1934
Business Model
B2C
Total Funding
$6.8B
Last Round
$3.4B Corporate RoundDec 2020
Rounds
2
Type
Public

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About

Universal Music Group is the world's leading music-based entertainment company, home to recorded music, music publishing, and artist services across more than 60 countries. The company represents artists including Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Drake, The Weeknd, and hundreds more through labels including Interscope, Republic, Def Jam, Capitol, and Polydor. UMG is publicly listed on Euronext Amsterdam and drives innovation in digital music, brand partnerships, sync licensing, and creator economy platforms globally.

Summary

Universal Music is a Media company based in Santa Monica, United States, founded in 1934. It has raised $6.8B in total across 2 rounds, most recently a $3.4B Corporate Round in Dec 2020. Investors include Tencent and Tencent Music Entertainment Group.

Tech & App Stack

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Funding & Exit History

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Funding: Corporate Round. Amounts, valuations, and investors where available.

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