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Ackman Proposes €56 Billion Universal Music Deal

Bloomberg Markets
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:26 AM
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Billionaire activist Bill Ackman has pitched a deal which would see his investment firm, Pershing Square, combine with Universal Music, the world’s largest music company. Bloomberg's Benoit Berthelot...

Billionaire activist Bill Ackman has pitched a deal which would see his investment firm, Pershing Square, combine with Universal Music, the world’s largest music company. Bloomberg's Benoit Berthelot breaks down the proposal. (Source: Bloomberg)

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