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Universal Music Group Reports Healthy Revenue Growth in First Half
Universal Music Group (UMG) reported a healthy revenue gain of 5.3% to $7.2 billion in the first half of 2026, with overall revenue hitting $3.8 billion. Despite this, the company noted a dip in artist touring income.
30 Jul, 17:19 — 30 Jul, 20:58
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hollywood-reporterMostly Factual4h ago
Universal Music Sees Artist Touring Income Dip Even As Overall Revenue Hits $3.8 Billion
Recorded and publishing revenues grew 13 percent and 8 percent respectively, but merchandise revenue fell 13 percent.
By Ethan Millman
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Universal Music Group Sees Healthy Revenue Gain of 5.3% to $7.2B in First Half of 2026
Releases by Olivia Rodrigo and Noah Kahan boosted its performance, though overall net profitability was impacted by Downtown acquisition-related costs.
By Chris Eggertsen
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First report: hollywood-reporter · 30 Jul, 17:19|Full coverage: 2 · 4h|Window: 4h
