Ubisoft Benefits from Tencent's Investment in the Studio Responsible for Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 24 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Ubisoft's Share Surge: Ubisoft Entertainment's shares rose to their highest in nearly a year after announcing a €1.16 billion investment deal with Tencent Holdings for Vantage Studios, which develops major franchises like Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry.
Debt Reduction and Valuation: The investment will help reduce Ubisoft's debt and values Vantage Studios at a pre-money enterprise value of €3.8 billion, marking a significant step in Ubisoft's transformation strategy.
Tencent's Stake: Following the investment, Tencent will hold a 26.32% economic interest in Vantage Studios, while Ubisoft retains exclusive control over the unit.
Market Reaction: Ubisoft's stock on the Paris exchange increased by 9.04%, reaching EUR 7.67 at the time of reporting.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
