Universal Music Group NV (UMG)

Currency in EUR
24.82
+0.07(+0.28%)
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Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth
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Fair Value
Day's Range
24.7625.00
52 wk Range
21.8029.19
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
24.75
Open
24.84
Day's Range
24.76-25
52 wk Range
21.8-29.19
Volume
1.3M
Average Volume (3m)
2.26M
1-Year Change
15.98%
Book Value / Share
2.66
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Price Target
29.35
Upside
+18.24%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Short term obligations exceed liquid assets

Universal Music Group NV News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Sell
Technical Indicators
Neutral
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Universal Music Group NV Company Profile

Universal Music Group N.V. operates as a music company worldwide. It operates through Recorded Music, Music Publishing, and Merchandising & Other segments. The Recorded Music segment discovers and develops recording artists, as well as licenses, markets, promotes, distributes, and sells their music across various formats and platforms; and engages in the live events, sponsorship, film, and television operations. The Music Publishing segment discovers and develops songwriters, as well as owns and administers the copyright for musical compositions used in recordings, public performances, and related uses, such as films and advertisements. The Merchandising & Other segment produces and sells artist and other branded products through various sales channels, including fashion retail, concert touring, and internet, as well as offers brand rights management services. Universal Music Group N.V. was incorporated in 2020 and is headquartered in Hilversum, the Netherlands.

Employees
9636

Universal Music Group NV Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • UMG reports Q2 2025 revenue up 4.5%, EPS rises to €0.78 from €0.50 YoY, net profit reaches €1.4 billion
  • Streaming subscription growth remains strong at 8-9%, ad-supported streaming up 9.1%, music publishing revenue shows significant growth
  • Organizational redesign saves €125 million, with further cost reductions expected; company explores AI integration and new streaming tiers
  • UMG targets 8-10% midterm growth in subscription services, prepares for potential US public listing
  • CEO emphasizes evolution beyond traditional music company, focusing on AI innovation and artist rights protection
Last Updated: 31/07/2025, 21:14
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Compare UMG to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
UMG
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
17.4x15.6x6.2x
PEG Ratio
0.25−0.110.01
Price/Book
9.3x0.8x1.8x
Price / LTM Sales
3.7x1.6x1.5x
Upside (Analyst Target)
20.4%34.9%19.1%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

10 Buy
7 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
19 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 29.35
(+18.24% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.42%
Dividend Yield
2.10%
Industry Median 2.39%
Annualised payout
0.52
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 31, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.48 / 0.1962
Revenue / Forecast
2.98B / 3.01B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

UMG Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Universal Music NV Trade On?

Universal Music NV is listed and trades on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Universal Music NV?

The stock symbol for Universal Music NV is "UMG."

What Is the Universal Music NV Market Cap?

As of today, Universal Music NV market cap is 45.39B.

What Is Universal Music NV's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Universal Music NV EPS (TTM) is 1.42.

When Is the Next Universal Music NV Earnings Date?

Universal Music NV will release its next earnings report on 22 Oct 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is UMG a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Universal Music NV Stock Split?

Universal Music NV has split 0 times.

How Many Employees Does Universal Music NV Have?

Universal Music NV has 9636 employees.

What is the current trading status of Universal Music NV (UMG)?

As of 07 Aug 2025, Universal Music NV (UMG) is trading at a price of 24.82, with a previous close of 24.75. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 24.76 to 25.00, while its 52-week range spans from 21.80 to 29.19.

What Is Universal Music NV (UMG) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Universal Music NV is EUR29.34737, with a high estimate of EUR39 and a low estimate of EUR22. 10 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +18.24% Upside potential.
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