The Hollywood Reporter

Vivendi Posts 5.4 Percent Revenue Gain, Eyes Split Into Four Due to Stock’s “Conglomerate Discount”

The French media and telecom company, led by CEO Arnaud de Puyfontaine, reports first-quarter growth at Lagardere, Canal+ and Havas. By Georg Szalai Global Business Editor Growth at acquired publisher ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Vivendi Board Approves Split Into Four Companies, Sets December Shareholder Vote

After final approval of the move designed to address "a very high conglomerate discount," shares of pay-TV firm Canal+, ad giant Havas, and publisher Louis Hachette Group would start trading on Dec.
Seeking Alpha

Unilever: Market Undervaluing Its Transition To A Higher-Quality HPC Business

Unilever PLC is transforming from a diversified FMCG conglomerate to a focused Home & Personal Care business, targeting higher growth and margins. Recent spin-offs of the ice cream and food businesses ...
Reuters

Vivendi's valuation discount weighs after UMG break-up

The French group has endured a conglomerate discount of around 40% since the break-up of Universal Music Group, higher than comparable peers. The French group has endured a conglomerate discount of ...