Overview

• Ubisoft shares rose over 30% following reports of buyout discussions involving Tencent and the Guillemot family.
• The Guillemot family and Tencent are considering taking Ubisoft private to address financial struggles and stabilize the company.
• Ubisoft's market value has halved in 2024, driven by disappointing sales of 'Star Wars Outlaws' and delays of 'Assassin’s Creed Shadows'.
• Tencent holds a 9.2% stake in Ubisoft, while the Guillemot family controls 20.5%, with both parties exploring options to increase their influence.
• Talks are in early stages with no certainty of a buyout, but the possibility reflects growing pressure from shareholders for strategic changes.