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Bill Ackman’s Pershing Square Capital Unveils Takeover Bid for Universal Music Group

Ackman unveils a cash-and-stock bid for Universal Music Group valuing the music giant at roughly $65 billion, signaling a premium to current trading levels.
Under the proposal, UMG would combine with Pershing Square to form a new entity listed on the New York Stock Exchange, with the transaction targeted to close by year-end.
"UMG's stock price has languished due to a combination of issues" Ackman pointed to headwinds weighing on the shares, including uncertainty tied to Vincent Bolloré's roughly 18% stake, delays around a planned US listing and what he described as weak investor communication and outreach.

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