Was Universal Music's Q2 earnings a stronger start to the year than expected?

Universal Music reported Q2 earnings, which show revenue grew 5.3% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year.

• Option 1: Yes, that was a better showing than forecasted
• Option 2: No, they exceeded expectations
• Option 3: Too early to say for sure
• Option 4: I don't know/Can't tell yet