Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group

Universal Music Group is a multinational music company that develops, markets, and distributes recorded music, publishing, and related services for artists and labels worldwide.

Hilversum, Netherlands
10000+ employees
s-Gravelandseweg 80, 1217 EW Hilversum, Netherlands
Categories:
Audio, Music & Podcast Production
Rights, Licensing & Merchandising

Business Profile

Capabilities, markets, and positioning.

ISIC Codes
512210512230
Business Model
branddistributorrights holder
Value Chain Role
rights ownerdistributorservice provider
Geographies Served
Global
Key Capabilities
music productionartist developmentglobal distributionrights managementcatalog monetization
Tags
recorded musicmusic publishingartist servicesglobal distribution

About

Universal Music Group is one of the world’s largest music companies, operating across recorded music, music publishing, and artist services. With roots dating back to the early 20th century, the company manages a broad portfolio of labels spanning multiple genres and markets.

Music and Services

The company oversees recording, production, marketing, and distribution for a global roster of artists, while also managing extensive music publishing and licensing operations. Its infrastructure supports physical, digital, and streaming-based release strategies.

Industry Role

Universal Music Group functions as a core rights holder and service provider in the media and entertainment value chain. By combining creative development with global distribution and licensing capabilities, it enables large-scale commercialization of music across platforms, territories, and formats.

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Last edited January 7, 2026Edited by @kapoor1