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Universal, Sony, Warner Music on China's radar for possible dominance abuse

By MLex Staff ( May 15, 2025, 09:43 GMT | Insight) -- Top music giants Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Music Group are facing intense Chinese scrutiny for allegedly hurting competition through their collective dominance, as investigators gear up to potentially unleash a full-blown investigation, MLex has learned. The State Administration for Market Regulation has amassed information on their licensing deals, shareholding structures as well as the broader music ecosystem, it is understood.Top music giants Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment and Warner Music Group are facing intense Chinese scrutiny for allegedly hurting competition through their collective dominance, as investigators gear up to potentially unleash a full-blown investigation, MLex has learned....

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