Ubisoft Buyout Talks Continue, Guillemot Family Seeks Control

Two months after initial rumors, discussions regarding a potential Ubisoft buyout are reportedly still ongoing. A key point of contention is the Guillemot family's desire to maintain control of the company following any acquisition, according to a Reuters report. Tencent, already the second-largest shareholder, has yet to commit to increasing its stake and joining the buyout proposal. They are reportedly seeking greater control over board decisions, particularly regarding cash flow distribution, in exchange for financing the deal. The Guillemot family has not yet agreed to these terms. Tencent is also aiming to prevent any third-party takeover, adopting a "wait-and-see" approach regarding the Guillemot family's decision. An Ubisoft spokesperson released the following statement: "We remain committed to making decisions in the best interests of all of our stakeholders. In this context, as we have already indicated, the Company is also reviewing all its strategic opti…