November 4, 2006: Press Release

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Paris, November 4, 2006

Press Release

There have been rumors in the market and in the press regarding an expression of interest by the investment firm Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co (KKR).

Vivendi confirms having received and reviewed a friendly expression of interest from KKR. This review, which included maintaining the current Vivendi assets within the group in order to create value, did not result in any proposition and has now ended.





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