China's social media, conversational data, and entertainment content powerhouse Tencent purchased a 10% stake in Universal Music Group on December 31, 2019. The purchase follows Tencent's significant investments in the automobile and gaming industries, among others, including a U.S. $1.78 billion financial interest in Tesla.
The purchase is seen as a sign of positive growth in the music industry, according to Billboard.
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