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Pershing Square makes $64-billion takeover offer for Universal Music

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Pershing Square (PSHZF) proposed merging its acquisition vehicle with Universal Music Group (UNVGY) and pursuing a U.S. listing to revive the music label's value. The activist-led transaction would combine PSHZF and UMG and seek a U.S. IPO/listing, a material strategic move that could re-rate UMG and impact the global media & entertainment sector.

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Pershing Square (PSHZF) proposed merging its acquisition vehicle with Universal Music Group (UNVGY) and pursuing a U.S. listing to revive the music label's value. The activist-led transaction would combine PSHZF and UMG and seek a U.S. IPO/listing, a material strategic move that could re-rate UMG and impact the global media & entertainment sector.

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