Vivendi SE is a French media and entertainment group with activities spanning content creation, publishing, communications and cultural services. The company’s businesses have included television and film production and distribution, pay television, music, video games, advertising, publishing and live entertainment. Its operations and investments serve audiences and clients in Europe and other international markets.
Vivendi’s principal businesses have historically included Canal+, a provider of premium television and streaming content; Havas, a global advertising and communications network; and Lagardère, whose activities include publishing, retail and travel services. Vivendi has also been associated with video-game publisher Gameloft and a range of cultural and entertainment ventures. In 2024, Canal+, Havas and Louis Hachette Group, which includes Lagardère, were separated from Vivendi and listed as independent companies, while Vivendi retained significant interests in the businesses.
The company traces its origins to Compagnie Générale des Eaux, founded in 1853. It adopted the Vivendi name in 1998 as it expanded into media and communications, later completing the sale of its former Universal Music Group business in 2021. Vivendi is headquartered in Paris, France. Arnaud de Puyfontaine serves as chief executive officer and chairman of the Management Board, while Yannick Bolloré serves as chairman of the Supervisory Board.
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