Universal Music Group NV (UMG)

Amsterdam
Currency in EUR
26.73
+0.21(+0.79%)
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UMG Scorecard
Full Analysis
Trading at a low P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth
Unusual trading volume
Fair Value
Day's Range
26.5426.80
52 wk Range
19.9329.19
Key Statistics
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Prev. Close
26.52
Open
26.56
Day's Range
26.54-26.8
52 wk Range
19.93-29.19
Volume
10.28M
Average Volume (3m)
2.55M
1-Year Change
-4.91%
Book Value / Share
2.47
Fair Value
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Price Target
30.37
Upside
+13.61%
Members' Sentiments
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Stock generally trades with low price volatility

Universal Music Group NV News & Analysis

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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 Q1/2025

  • UMG Q1 2025 revenue up 9.5% to €2.9B; adjusted EBITDA rose 10% to €661M with 22.8% margin
  • Recorded music revenue increased 10.3%; merchandising revenue declined 5%
  • Company projects 8-10% CAGR in subscription revenue through 2028, with potential 2% FX headwind in 2025
  • CEO emphasizes music's value in uncertain times; CDO highlights engagement with digital service providers
  • Stock closed at $28.51, above 52-week low of $22.72 but below high of $33.62; P/E ratio at 23x, dividend yield 2.04%
Last Updated: 2025/04/29, 19:26
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Compare UMG to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
UMG
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
23.5x11.9x5.6x
PEG Ratio
0.36−0.160.01
Price/Book
10.8x1.4x1.8x
Price / LTM Sales
4.1x1.7x1.4x
Upside (Analyst Target)
12.2%24.3%20.6%
Fair Value Upside
Unlock8.1%14.5%Unlock

Analyst Ratings

11 Buy
6 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
18 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 30.37
(+13.61% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.14%
Dividend Yield
1.95%
Industry Median 1.83%
Annualised payout
0.52
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Apr 29, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.23 / 0.2168
Revenue / Forecast
2.90B / 2.76B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

UMG Income Statement

FAQ

What Is the Universal Music NV (UMG) Stock Price Today?

The Universal Music NV stock price today is 26.73

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."

Does Universal Music NV Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Universal Music NV dividend yield is 1.95%.

What Is the Universal Music NV Market Cap?

As of today, Universal Music NV market cap is 49.02B.

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

The Universal Music NV EPS (TTM) is 1.14.

When Is the Next Universal Music NV Earnings Date?

Universal Music NV will release its next earnings report on 22 Jul 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 21 Jun 2025, Universal Music NV (UMG) is trading at a price of 26.73, with a previous close of 26.52. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 26.54 to 26.80, while its 52-week range spans from 19.93 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 EUR30.36667, with a high estimate of EUR40 and a low estimate of EUR25. 11 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +13.61% Upside potential.
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