Is Universal Music Group NV halal to invest in?

According to Musaffa's Shariah screening methodology, Universal Music Group NV (UMG.AS) is currently classified as NOT HALAL as of February 2026. The classification is based on an evaluation of the company's business activities and financial ratios to determine whether it meets Islamic investment guidelines.

Is Universal Music Group NV a Shariah-compliant stock?

A stock is Shariah-compliant if the company operates in permissible business activities and meets Islamic financial screening thresholds. Musaffa analyzes Universal Music Group NV using these criteria to determine its compliance status.

Can Muslims buy shares of Universal Music Group NV?

Muslim investors may consider investing in Universal Music Group NV if it meets Shariah compliance standards. Investors typically review the company's business activities, debt levels, and non-permissible income before making a decision.

Why is Universal Music Group NV classified as NOT HALAL?

Musaffa determines the Shariah status of Universal Music Group NV by analyzing whether the company's core business operations are permissible and whether its financial ratios fall within accepted Islamic thresholds.

How often is the Shariah compliance for Universal Music Group NV updated?

The Shariah compliance status of Universal Music Group NV may be updated periodically when new financial statements, earnings reports, or business activity information become available.

Can a halal stock like Universal Music Group NV become non-compliant?

Yes. A stock that is currently Shariah-compliant may become non-compliant if the company's financial ratios exceed Shariah thresholds or its business activities change.

Where can I check the Shariah status of Universal Music Group NV?

You can check the latest Shariah compliance status of Universal Music Group NV on Musaffa's stock page, where screening results and key financial indicators are updated to help Muslim investors make informed decisions.

Universal Music Group NV UMG.AS

€18.24 €0.22 (1.22%) 1D

Last Updated: May 04, 12:00 AM·AMS

UMG.AS Shariah Compliance

Screening Methodology: AAOIFI

NOT HALAL

Last Updated: February 04, 2026

Report Source: 2025 2nd Quarter Report

Analyst's Ratings for Universal Music Group NV (UMG.AS)

Based on 27 analysts giving stock ratings to Universal Music Group NV in the past 3 months

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Universal Music Group NV. Stock Analysis UMG.AS

Netherlands Communication Services Large Cap Report: Q2, 2025

Universal Music Group NV engages in the music entertainment business. The company is headquartered in Hilversum, Noord-Holland and currently employs 9,700 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2021-09-21. The firm is focused on the discovery and development of artists and songwriters and the marketing, promotion, distribution, sales and licensing of audio and audio-visual content. Universal Music Group N.V. includes music publishing companies Universal Music Publishing Group. Its recorded music catalog consists more than three million recordings includes a wide array of performers such as ABBA, Louis Armstrong, The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Bee Gees, Ariana Grande, Imagine Dragons, Lady Gaga, James Brown, Bon Jovi, Neil Diamond, Marvin Gaye, Drake, Billie Eilish, Eminem, Selena Gomez Guns N’ Roses, Elton John, Bob Marley, Paul McCartney, Nirvana, Luciano Pavarotti, Queen, The Rolling Stones, Frank Sinatra, U2, Amy Winehouse and Stevie Wonde,r among others.

Key Statistics of Universal Music Group NV (UMG.AS)

Key statistics in the stock market are essential financial indicators that measure a company's performance, valuation, profitability, and risk.

Today's Range

€18.14€18.54

Today's Open

€18.02

Volume

2.38M

P/E Ratio (TTM)

21.37

52 Week Range

€15.41€28.48

Market Cap

37.95B

Avg. Volume

4.81M

Dividend Yield

2.91%

Financial Metrics & Statements of Universal Music Group NV (UMG.AS)

FAQ's for Universal Music Group NV (UMG.AS)

According to Musaffa’s Shariah screening methodology, Universal Music Group NV (UMG.AS) is currently classified as NOT HALAL as of February 2026. The classification is based on an evaluation of the company’s business activities and financial ratios to determine whether it meets Islamic investment guidelines.