Ubisoft (UBSFY) Secures €1.16 Billion Tencent Investment, Shares Surge

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Mar 28, 2025
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Ubisoft Entertainment SA (UBSFY, Financial) shares climbed up to 10% following the announcement of a strategic move to spin off its popular gaming franchises, including Assassin’s Creed, into a subsidiary valued at approximately €4 billion ($4.3 billion). Tencent Holdings Ltd. is set to invest €1.16 billion for a 25% stake in this new entity, enhancing its existing 10% Ubisoft share. This deal, seen as a show of confidence from Tencent, will help address Ubisoft’s financial challenges and potentially reshape its operational framework. The transaction is anticipated to finalize by 2025.

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