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Since the effective spin-off of the Group on December 13, 2024¹, Vivendi has continued to transform Gameloft and applies a pragmatic and optimized approach to the management of its holdings. The Group is maintaining its sustainable growth strategy, drawing on a unique portfolio of listed and unlisted assets in leading groups operating in the content, media and entertainment sectors.

Thanks to its recognized expertise and experienced teams, Vivendi favors long-term developments, placing innovation and commitment at the heart of its action.

Comments on earnings

In the consolidated statement of earnings, Vivendi reported as "Earnings from discontinued operations" in accordance with IFRS 5², the capital gains and losses on the deconsolidation of each of the entities, as well as their respective contribution to the group's earnings until their date of deconsolidation. The 2023 and 2024 financial statements have been restated in accordance with IFRS 5².

The net asset value (NAV)³, which reflects the estimated value, net of financial liabilities, of the Group investment portfolio, was €4.829 billion, i.e., €4.69 per share as of December 31, 2024. Its investment portfolio was valued at €7.121 billion on the same date.

Dividends received from unconsolidated companies and equity affiliates were €167 million in 2024. They included dividends from Universal Music Group (UMG) (€93 million), Banijay Group (€28 million), MediaForEurope (€28 million) and Telefonica (€18 million).

In 2024, Vivendi’s revenues were €297 million, compared to €312 million in 2023, representing a decrease of 4.9%. At constant currency and perimeter, Vivendi’s revenues decreased by 5.2% compared to 2023.

EBITA was -€1 million, compared to -€33 million in 2023. This positive change is due to the improvement of Gameloft’s EBITA and a substantial increase in the share of net earnings of UMG, from €94 million in 2023 to €122 million in 2024. Vivendi’s corporate costs have also been reduced, with savings on recurring operating costs.

Gameloft’s efforts deserve to be highlighted. Operating expenses were down by 11% in 2024, due to the cost reduction plan implemented. In 2024, Gameloft's EBITA excluding restructuring charges reached €14 million.

Due to the exceptional spin-off operation of the Group in 2024 and its accounting effects, Earnings attributable to Vivendi SE shareowners amounted to a loss of €6,004 million (or -€5.96 per share - basic), compared to a profit of €405 million in 2023 (€0.40 per share - basic). In 2024, it mainly included the capital losses on the deconsolidation of Canal+, Louis Hachette Group and Havas (-€5,875 million), the goodwill impairment loss relating to Gameloft (-€140 million), as well as the financial consequences of the settlement agreement entered into on June 28, 2024, with all institutional investors (-€96 million).

Adjusted net income was a profit of €111 million (or €0.11 per share - basic), compared to €336 million in 2023 (€0.33 per share - basic). The change between 2024 and 2023 can be explained by the increase in EBITA (+€32 million) offset by the unfavorable change in interest (-€146 million) and income tax (-€108 million).

As of December 31, 2024, Financial Net Debt, adjusted for the loan of €500 million to Lagardère, was €.2,072 million.

Return to shareholders

In 2024, share buybacks totaled €342.2 million, i.e., 35 million shares including 25 million shares as part of the current program (2024-2025) for an amount of €243 million. As of March 6, 2025, Vivendi directly holds 38.1 million shares, i.e., 3.70% of its share capital.

General Shareholders’ Meeting on April 28, 2025

At the General Shareholders’ Meeting on April 28, 2025, shareholders will be asked to renew the authorization granted to the Management Board by the General Shareholders’ Meeting of April 29, 2024, to repurchase shares at a maximum price of €4 per share, up to a limit of 10% of the share capital (2025-2026 program), with the option of canceling the shares acquired up to a limit of 10% of the capital.

The Shareholders’ Meeting will also vote on the proposal to distribute an ordinary dividend of €0.04 per share with respect to fiscal year 2024, representing a payout of close to €40 million, in line with the target of a yield of around 1.5% announced in November 2024. The ex-dividend date would be April 29, 2025, and payment would occur as from May 2, 2025.

The Supervisory Board which met today under the chairmanship of Yannick Bolloré acknowledged of the decision of Mrs. Michèle Reiser and Messrs. Cyrille and Sébastien Bolloré to terminate their terms as members of the Supervisory Board early, effective as of today, and decided to co-opt Mrs. Laure Delahousse (independent) and Mr. Phillipe Labro (see biographies before the appendices) to replace Messrs. Cyrille Bolloré and Sébastien Bolloré.

The ratification of the co-optation of Mrs. Laure Delahousse (independent) and Mr. Phillippe Labro will be proposed at the Shareholders’ Meeting of April 28, 2025, which will also vote on the renewal of Mrs. Sandrine Le Bihan as a member of the Supervisory Board representing the employee shareholders. Mrs. Véronique Driot-Argentin did not seek the renewal of her term.

Furthermore, the Supervisory Board has also acknowledged the early expiration of the terms of Messrs. Paulo Cardoso and Nicusor Cojocaru as members of the Supervisory Board representing the employees, effective as of today, following the Management Board’s meeting noting that the company no longer meets the legal conditions, in accordance with the provisions of Article 8-II.4. of the by-laws.

Following today’s meetings of the Supervisory Boad and the Management Board, the Supervisory Board now comprises ten members, six of whom are independent (60%) and six of whom are women (60%). Following the Shareholders’ Meeting of April 28, 2025, and subject to the shareholders’ approval, the Supervisory Board will comprise nine members, six of whom are independent (67%) and five of whom are women (56%).

Financial comments on Gameloft

In 2024, Gameloft strengthened its presence across PC, console and mobile platforms. In February, The Oregon Trail was launched on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. In July, Disney Speedstorm was released on mobile after its initial launch on PC and consoles, while Asphalt Legends Unite was simultaneously launched across all platforms and for the first time on PlayStation 5. Last, in November, the release and success of Disney Dreamlight Valley’s second expansion further highlighted the acceleration of Gameloft's diversification strategy.

In 2024, PC/console revenues represented 42% of Gameloft’s total revenues, showing growth of 9.7% at constant currency and perimeter compared to the same period in 2023.

Disney Dreamlight Valley, Asphalt Legends Unite, Disney Magic Kingdoms, March of Empires and Disney Speedstorm represented 57% of Gameloft’s total revenues and ranked as the five best sellers in 2024.

In 2024, Gameloft's EBITA excluding restructuring charges reached €14 million, a 37.1% increase compared to 2023. Taking into account restructuring charges, EBITA was €8 million, representing a significant increase of 56.9% compared to 2023 (+63.3% at constant currency and perimeter). Gameloft’s operating expenses were down by 11%, due to the cost reduction plan implemented. The CFFO reached €22 million, a significant increase of €19 million compared to 2023.

For additional information, please refer to the "Financial Report and Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024" to be released subsequently on Vivendi’s website (www.vivendi.com).

About Vivendi

Since its creation, Vivendi has established itself as a player in content, media and entertainment, developing a portfolio of both listed and unlisted assets, each a leader in its market. Vivendi owns 100% of Gameloft, a world-renowned video game publisher that successfully develops multi-platform games for consoles, PCs, and mobile devices. Vivendi’s asset portfolio includes minority stakes in leading publicly traded companies: Universal Music Group and Banijay Group in content and entertainment, MediaForEurope, Telecom Italia, Telefónica, and Prisa in media and telecommunications. Leveraging its strategic and economic expertise, Vivendi anticipates global dynamics and participates in the transformations of the sectors in which the group operates, notably the digital revolution and new consumer uses of content. Vivendi supports value-creating companies, offering sustainable prospects and a positive contribution to the evolution of our society. Guided by a long-term vision and a constant drive for innovation, Vivendi relies on experienced teams to identify and support sustainable growth projects. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), a commitment made in 2003, is at the heart of the group’s strategy and shapes each of its decisions. www.vivendi.com

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Important Disclaimers

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements. This press release contains forward-looking statements with respect to Vivendi’s financial condition, results of operations, business, strategy, plans and outlook, including the impact of certain transactions and the payment of dividends and distributions, as well as share repurchases. Although Vivendi believes that such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of Vivendi’s future performance. Actual results may differ materially from the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside our control, including, but not limited to, the risks related to antitrust and other regulatory approvals as well as any other approvals which may be required in connection with certain transactions, as well the risks described in the documents of the Group filed by Vivendi with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (the French securities regulator), which are also available in English on Vivendi's website (www.vivendi.com). Investors and security holders may obtain a free copy of documents filed by Vivendi with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers at www.amf-france.org, or directly from Vivendi. Accordingly, we caution readers against relying on such forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release. Vivendi disclaims any intention or obligation to provide, update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. This press release does not contain or constitute an offer of securities or an invitation to invest either in France or abroad.

Unsponsored ADRs. Vivendi does not sponsor an American Depositary Receipt (ADR) facility in respect of its shares. Any ADR facility currently in existence is "unsponsored" and has no ties whatsoever to Vivendi. Vivendi disclaims any liability in respect of any such facility.

ANALYST CONFERENCE CALL
Speakers:
Arnaud de Puyfontaine
Chief Executive Officer
François Laroze
Member of the Management Board and Chief Financial Officer

Date: March 6, 2025

5:45 pm Paris time – 4:45 pm London time – 11:45 pm New York time

Media invited on a listen-only basis.
The conference will be held in English.
Internet: The conference can be followed on the Internet at: www.vivendi.com (audiocast)
Numbers to dial:

• Paris: +33 (0) 1 70 37 71 66

• UK: +44 (0) 33 0551 0200

• US: +1 212 999 6659

• Password: Vivendi

An audio webcast and the slides of the presentation will be available on the company’s website www.vivendi.com.

Biographies of Laure Delahousse and Philippe Labro

Laure Delahousse is CEO of the Association Française de la Gestion financière (AFG), which represents the French asset management industry.

After graduating from the Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Paris (ESCP) in 1988, Laure Delahousse joined Arthur Andersen before moving to Crédit Lyonnais. From 1997, she worked for several asset management companies, including Paribas Asset Management and later Société Générale Asset Management.

Subsequently, she joined the AFG. In 2006, she left for the United States, where she studied the American retirement savings system and published Les fonds de pension en questions (Lextenso éditions), which highlights common trends in pension reform worldwide, emphasizing the growing role entrusted to savings.

Her knowledge of the French financial market ecosystem gives her a clear view of the world of investors and the major challenges of financing the economy and its transitions. Laure Delahousse has a deep understanding of regulatory and financial issues, as well as their impact on the competitiveness of economic players.

Laure Delahousse also holds a Corporate Director's Certificate from IFA Sciences Po and a diploma in accounting and finance (DECF).

Laure Delahousse is a member of the Board of Directors of Efama, the CSR Observatory and Fondact.

Sandrine Le Bihan, a trained accountant, joined Compagnie Générale des Eaux in 1992 as a manager in the Securities Department. In 2003 she became group Company Directory and Database Manager within Vivendi’s Legal department. She is currently a Project Manager for topics on securities and corporate law. She works in corporate and securities law, including employee shareholder schemes.

Philippe Labro is a journalist, writer, filmmaker, former executive and a media specialist.

He studied at Washington and Lee University (Lexington, Virginia, USA) before returning to France and becoming a reporter for Europe 1 in 1957 after winning the Reporters' Cup. He later worked for the women's magazine Marie-France, then as a reporter for France-Soir.

In 1960, he published his first novel, Un Américain peu tranquille (Gallimard - Folio reprint).

Columnist, presenter and manager for various newspapers, radio and TV programs since 1960 (France 2, Journal du dimanche, Paris-Match, RTL, Ediradio, Bolloré Média, France 3, C8, Le Point, Direct matin, France Inter), Philippe Labro is recognized as a major player in the French media.

He directed programs for RTL from 1985 to 2000 and worked with the Bolloré Group to create the Direct 8 television channel, in 2001, officially launched in 2005 and later became C8.

Philippe Labro is also a film director. He made his first feature film, Tout peut arriver, in 1969.

As a writer, Philippe Labro published numerous works. His most notable works include L'étudiant étranger (Gallimard - Réédition Folio), which won him the Prix Interallié in 1986, and Un été dans l'Ouest (Gallimard - Réédition Folio), which won the Prix Gutenberg des lecteurs in 1989.

He is also active in the music industry, and collaborated with Johnny Hallyday, writing lyrics for several of his songs. He also wrote lyrics for Jane Birkin at Serge Gainsbourg's request.

In 1988, Philippe Labro was named Doctor Honoris Causa of Washington and Lee University (Lexington, Virginia, USA), in 2007, Commandeur dans l'Ordre national du Mérite, and in 2025, Grand Officier de la Légion d'Honneur.

Philippe Labro is a member of the Board of Directors of the French American Foundation and a member of the Strategic Council of the France China Foundation, as well as President of the Grand Prix RTL-Lire.

APPENDIX I
VIVENDI
NET ASSET VALUE

Net Asset Value (NAV) is calculated as Gross Asset Value (GAV) less financial liabilities. Gross Asset Value (GAV) is calculated as the sum of the (i) fair market value of investments in listed companies based on the published market price at the period end (last day of the year),(ii) the book value of Gameloft as recorded in Vivendi’s accounts, (iii) the other financial assets and (iv) cash and cash equivalents, as well as cash deposits. The per-share NAV is determined by dividing the NAV by the number of shares outstanding at the period end (including treasury shares).

As of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the NAV is as follows:

In millions of euros, except per share amounts.

na: not applicable.

* non-GAAP measures.

NOTA: 2024 was marked by the Vivendi Spin-Off on December 13, 2024 which resulted in the deconsolidation of Canal+, Louis Hachette Group (comprising 66.53% of Lagardère and 100% of Prisma Media) and Havas NV at that date, as well as the sale of ticketing and festival activities on June 6, 2024. As a reminder, 2023 was marked by the sale of Editis, which was deconsolidated on June 21, 2023.

In the consolidated statement of earnings, Vivendi reported as "Earnings from discontinued operations" in accordance with IFRS 5, the capital gains and losses on the deconsolidation of each of the entities, as well as their respective contribution to the group's earnings until their date of deconsolidation.

In accordance with IFRS 5, income and charges from discontinued entities have been reported as follows:

• their contribution until the date of their effective disposal to each line of Vivendi’s Consolidated Statement of Earnings (before non-controlling interests) has been reported on the line "Earnings from discontinued operations";

• these adjustments have been applied to all periods presented to ensure consistency of information; and

• the share of net income has been excluded from Vivendi’s adjusted net income.

The adjustments to previously published data are presented in the Appendix to the Financial Report for the year ended December 31, 2024, and in Note 31 to the Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024.

Adjusted earnings before interest and income taxes "(EBITA)" and "adjusted net income", both non-GAAP measures, should be considered in addition to, and not as a substitute for, other GAAP measures of operating and financial performance as presented in the Consolidated Financial Statements and the related Notes, or as described in this Financial Report. Vivendi considers these to be relevant indicators for the group’s operating and financial performance. Vivendi’s Management uses EBITA and adjusted net income for reporting, management and planning purposes because they exclude most non-recurring and non-operating items from the measurement of the business segments’ performances.

For any additional information, please refer to the "Financial Report and Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the year ended December 31, 2024", which will be released online later on Vivendi’s website (www.vivendi.com).

APPENDIX VI
VIVENDI
KEY CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA FOR THE LAST FIVE YEARS
(IFRS, audited)

In the table of the key consolidated financial data for the last five years, Vivendi has applied IFRS 5 - Non-current assets held for sale and discontinued operations to all periods as set out below, which are therefore presented on a comparable basis. In particular, in the statement of earnings and the statement of cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2024, Vivendi reclassified income and charges related to Canal+, Louis Hachette Group and Havas as discontinued operations. In accordance with IFRS 5, the statement of earnings and the statement of cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2023 and the previous years have been restated accordingly. The same applies to festival and ticketing activities (Vivendi Village), sold on June 6, 2024; Editis, deconsolidated on June 21, 2023 and Universal Music Group, deconsolidated on September 23, 2021.

In millions of euros, number of shares in millions, data per share in euros.

a/The non-GAAP measures of EBITA, Adjusted net income and Net Cash Position (or Financial Net Debt), should be considered in addition to, and not as a substitute for, other GAAP measures of operating and financial performance as presented in the Consolidated Financial Statements and the related Notes or as described in this Financial Report. Vivendi considers these to be relevant indicators of the group’s operating and financial performance. Each of these indicators is defined in the appropriate section of this Financial Report or in its Appendix. In addition, it should be noted that other companies may have definitions and calculations for these indicators that differ from those used by Vivendi, and therefore may not be directly comparable.

b/On December 13, 2024, the Canal+ and Louis Hachette Group partial demergers, as well as the distribution of Havas NV took effect. Pursuant to the resolutions of Vivendi’s Combined General Shareholders’ Meeting on December 9,2024 the total distribution paid to Vivendi’s shareholders amounted to €10,794.6 million.

c/As a reminder, as of September 23, 2021, Vivendi ceded control and deconsolidated 70% of Universal Music Group, following the effective payment of a special distribution in kind of 59.87% of UMG’s share capital to Vivendi’s shareholders. This distribution included a special interim dividend in kind of €22,100 million in respect of fiscal year 2021.

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1} 2024 was marked by the Vivendi spin-off on December 13, 2024 (effective date of the spin-off, leading to the initial listing of the entities on December 16, 2024), which resulted in the deconsolidation of Canal+, Louis Hachette Group (comprising 66.53% of Lagardère and 100% of Prisma Media) and Havas at that date, as well as the sale of international ticketing and festival activities on June 6, 2024. In addition, as announced on September 20, 2024, Canal+ has consolidated within its operations Dailymotion and GVA (previously included in Vivendi’s New Initiatives segment), L'Olympia and le théâtre de L'Oeuvre (previously included in the Vivendi Village segment) and CanalOlympia (previously included in Vivendi’s Generosity and Solidarity segment).

² In accordance with IFRS 5, income and charges from discontinued entities, i.e., Canal+, Havas, Lagardère, Prisma Media and international ticketing and festival activities in 2024, as well as Editis in 2023, have been reported as follows:

• their contribution until the date of their effective disposal to each line of Vivendi’s Consolidated Statement of Earnings (before non-controlling interests) has been reported on the line "Earnings from discontinued operations";

• these adjustments have been applied to all periods presented to ensure consistency of information; and

• the share of net income has been excluded from Vivendi’s adjusted net income.

³ Appendix I specifies the calculation of the NAV.

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