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Universal Music Group N.V. is a Dutch-American music corporation under Dutch law. While UMG's corporate headquarters are located in Hilversum, Netherlands, its operational headquarters are located in Santa Monica, California. As the biggest music company in the world, it is one of the "Big Three" record labels, along with Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Music Group. Tencent acquired ten percent of Universal Music Group in March 2020 for €3 billion and acquired an additional ten percent stake

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Quick facts

Founded
1934-09
Country
United States
Headquarters
Santa Monica
Industry
music industry
Employees
7K
Revenue
5.7B
Stock exchange
Amsterdam Stock Exchange

How Universal connects to other topics

is subsidiary of by Flip Records
is subsidiary of by Def Jam Recordings
is subsidiary of by MCA Records
founded by MCA Inc.
is ceo of by Lucian Grainge
is ceo of by Doug Morris
backed by Vivendi
backed by Tencent
is works at by Josh Cooley
is works at by Keanu Reeves

Articles Mentioning Universal

Keanu Reeves Eyes New LEGO Movie Project with Toy Story 4 Director

Keanu Reeves is reportedly in talks to star in a new LEGO movie, a hybrid animation-live action project, directed by Toy Story 4's Josh Cooley. This potential collaboration comes after their successful team-up in Toy Story 4, where Reeves voiced Duke Caboom. If confirmed, the movie would be Universal's first major LEGO theatrical release since acquiring the rights in 2020.

Jun 23, 2026

Nintendo's Style Evolution Sparks Concerns Amid Remakes and Cross-Media Ventures

Nintendo's announcement of remakes for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Star Fox 64, alongside various cross-media projects, has raised concerns among fans that the company may be abandoning its unique style for a more uniform look. The potential visual overhauls of these beloved games have sparked debate over the balance between modernization and preserving the emotional investment in the originals. As Nintendo navigates an increasingly interconnected media landscape, including a Netflix live-action Zelda adaptation and a Universal theme park expansion, the risk of losing its distinctive touch is palpable.

Jun 15, 2026

Nintendo Wants Peach’s Movie Backstory Kept in Future Mario Games

Nintendo wants Peach’s movie backstory to carry into future Mario games. Miyamoto says the Peach-Rosalina reveal could shape what comes next.

Apr 23, 2026

Shigeru Miyamoto's Deposition: A Deep Dive into Gaming History

Shigeru Miyamoto's deposition reveals surprising insights into the landmark 1983 lawsuit that shaped Nintendo's future and the gaming industry.

Apr 7, 2026

Mario Galaxy Movie Adds Fox McCloud, Feels Like Smash Setup

Fox McCloud just warped into the Mario Galaxy movie, and the Smash Bros. vibes are getting loud. Are we staring at Nintendo’s next big crossover play?

Mar 26, 2026

Epic Universe’s New Harry Potter Expansion: First Look at Ministry of Magic

Dive into the magical details of the Ministry of Magic expansion at Universal’s Epic Universe, set to enchant visitors in 2025 with a 1920s Parisian twist.

Sep 4, 2024