Bill Ackman's Pershing Square proposes $64 billion merger deal with Universal Music Group

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• •Bill Ackman's Pershing Square proposed a deal to merge Universal Music Group with its investment fund.
• •The plan aims to revive Universal Music Group's value with a listing in the United States.
• •The proposed deal is valued at $64 billion.
• •Risk flag: No direct risk to Indian auto sector from this global music industry news.