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New Court Decision in Favor of Vivendi in the U.S.

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2012-02-01T17:35:49Z

Paris, February 1, 2012

New Court Decision in Favor of Vivendi in the U.S.

Vivendi is satisfied at the U.S. South District of Manhattan Court's decision, made public today, to dismiss claims by individual shareholders who had bought ordinary Vivendi shares on the Paris Bourse. This ruling is in line with the June 2010 U.S. Supreme Court decision Morrison v. National Australia Bank Ltd.

About Vivendi The best emotions, digitally Vivendi is at the heart of the worlds of content, platforms and interactive networks. Vivendi combines the world leader in video games (Activision Blizzard), the world leader in music (Universal Music Group), the French leader in alternative telecoms (SFR), the Moroccan leader in telecoms (Maroc Telecom Group), the leading alternative telecoms provider in Brazil (GVT) and the French leader in pay-TV (Canal+ Group). In 2010, Vivendi achieved revenues of €28.9 billion and adjusted net income of €2.7 billion. The Group has over 51,300 employees. www.vivendi.com


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New Court Decision in Favor of Vivendi in the U.S.

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2012-02-01T17:27:47Z

Paris, February 1, 2012

New Court Decision in Favor of Vivendi in the U.S.


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Midem: Vivendi Distributes “Coup de Coeur” Award to Webdoc

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2012-01-30T15:20:29Z

Paris, January 30, 2012

Midem: Vivendi Distributes “Coup de Coeur” Award to Webdoc

Vivendi distributed today the “Coup de Coeur” award to Webdoc, a Swiss company specializing in rich media (multimedia and interactive) content for social networks, at Midem, the international music trade fair in Cannes (France),

This award is an excellent illustration of Vivendi's desire to work more closely with young innovative digital economy companies. Innovation is a profitable growth lever and a key pillar of Vivendi's strategy.

The award is an integral part of Midemlab, a competition for startups and applications developers integrating the latest digital innovations to help music executives, artists and brands engage and monetize audiences.

“We are very happy to receive the “Coup de Cœur” award from Vivendi. We are extremely proud that Vivendi, #1 worldwide in music through Universal Music Group, recognizes our young startup's work, » stated Stelio Tzonis, CEO and Co-founder of Webdoc.

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Vivendi issues a € 1,250 million bond

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2012-01-10T17:17:03Z

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Vivendi signs a new €1.1 billion bank credit line and arranges anticipated refinancing

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2011-12-21T16:41:34Z

Paris, December 21, 2011

Vivendi signs a new €1.1 billion bank credit line and arranges anticipated refinancing

Vivendi successfully completed the anticipated refinancing of two bank credit lines for a total amount of €2 billion (a €1.5 billion Vivendi credit line, maturing December 2012, and a €492 million SFR credit line, maturing March 2012). A new five year €1.1 billion credit line is replacing the two existing credit lines that are maturing within the next 12 months. Oversubscribed, the transaction has been placed successfully with 16 banks. It enables the Group to strengthen its financial structure thanks to the extension of its average debt maturity, which will be over four years on December 31, 2011, and by pursuing its total external debt group consolidation policy at holding company level after the 44% acquisition of SFR (finalized in June 2011).

About Vivendi The best emotions, digitally Vivendi is at the heart of the worlds of content, platforms and interactive networks. Vivendi combines the world leader in video games (Activision Blizzard), the world leader in music (Universal Music Group), the French leader in alternative telecoms (SFR), the Moroccan leader in telecoms (Maroc Telecom Group), the leading alternative telecoms provider in Brazil (GVT) and the French leader in pay-TV (Canal+ Group) In 2010, Vivendi achieved revenues of €28.9 billion and adjusted net income of €2.7 billion. The Group has over 51,300 employees. www.vivendi.com

Important disclaimer Disclaimer Forward Looking Statements. This press release contains forward-looking statements with respect to Vivendi`s financial condition, results of operations, business, strategy and plans. Although Vivendi believes that such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of 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 de scribed in the documents Vivendi has filed with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (French securities regulator) and which are also available in English on our web site (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. The present forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and 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. 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 such facility.


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Acquisition of Bolloré Group channels by Canal+ Group: definitive agreement signed

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2011-12-02T07:22:11Z

Paris, December 2, 2011

ACQUISITION OF BOLLORE GROUP CHANNELS BY CANAL+ GROUP: DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT SIGNED

Bolloré and Canal+ Groups today signed the definitive agreement regarding the acquisition of the Bolloré Group free-to-air channels by Canal+ Group. This agreement provides for the acquisition of the Direct8 and Direct Star channels in two steps, as well as of the advertising sales division. The agreement also gives an option to Canal+ Group to acquire 100% in one go, in exchange for an issue of 22.4 million Vivendi shares. This agreement will be referred to the French competition and media authorities for approval.

Technical details Terms of the initial agreement have been slightly modified with an option given by Bolloré Group to Canal+ to choose between two scenarios for the acquisition of Bolloré Group's television business, including Direct 8 and Direct Star.

Scenario 1: The agreement between Bolloré Group and Canal+ Group provides for Canal+ Group to immediately acquire a 60% stake in Bolloré Group's television business, which includes Direct 8 and Direct Star. Valuation of Bolloré Group's television assets and terms of payment:
At the close of the transaction (60% of the equity): issue of 16.2 million Vivendi shares with a valuation based on the last four months' average (€17.3*), or €279 million.
Upon any exercise, in three years, of the put and call options relating to the remaining 40% of the equity: a cash payment will be made of €186 million.

Scenario 2: Canal+ Group acquires 100% of the Bolloré Group television business, which includes Direct 8 and Direct Star, in one go, in exchange for an issue of 22.4 million Vivendi shares. The issue price will be determined at closing. Whatever scenario is chosen, there is an undertaking to retain the Vivendi shares owned by Bolloré Group for a minimum six month period after the closing of the transaction.

*7 May 2011 to 7 September 2011

Important disclaimer Disclaimer Forward Looking Statements. This press release contains forward-looking statements with respect to Vivendi`s financial condition, results of operations, business, strategy and plans. Although Vivendi believes that such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of 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 regarding antitrust and regulatory approvals as well as the risks described in the documents Vivendi has filed with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (French securities regulator) and which are also available in English on our web site (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. The present forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and 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. 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 such facility.

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Frédéric Crépin, Legal Director of Vivendi, receives the Gold Trophy for “best legal department in an international company”

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2011-12-01T14:15:13Z

Paris, December 1, 2011

Frédéric Crépin, Legal Director of Vivendi, receives the Gold Trophy for “best legal department in an international company”

Frédéric Crépin, Legal Director of Vivendi, this week received the Gold Trophy for the best legal department in an international company during the 11th edition of the Legal Trophies award ceremony organized on November 29 in Paris. Since 2002, the Legal Trophies have been the only French corporate awards ceremony bringing together professionals from the different law disciplines, with the support of lawyer associations, the bar association and other professional organizations in France. The Legal Trophies distinguish the work performed by professionals who, thanks to their dedication, inspiration and leadership, are leading the profession to new heights.

Vivendi issues a €1 000 million bond

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2011-11-22T17:17:57Z

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Vivendi: EBITA Growth above 5% for Third Quarter 2011 Increase in 2011 Adjusted Net Income Outlook Excluding Tax Impact

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2011-11-16T07:09:42Z

Paris, November 16, 2011

Vivendi: EBITA Growth above 5% for Third Quarter 2011
Increase in 2011 Adjusted Net Income Outlook Excluding Tax Impact

First Nine Months of 2011

Revenues: €21,030 million, up 0.8% (+1.7% at constant currency).
EBITA *: €4,866 million, a 4.2% increase (+5.3% at constant currency), thanks to Activision Blizzard and GVT performances. Universal Music Group also contributed to the acceleration of the EBITA for the third quarter (+5.3% and +6.9% at constant currency), as well as strict cost control in all Vivendi businesses.
Adjusted Net Income **: €2,519 million, up 13.8%, due to the EBITA increase and the 100% ownership of SFR since June 2011, despite an increase of French tax charges.

2011 Outlook

Thanks to Group's good performance, our 2011 adjusted net income outlook has been increased by €200 million, at constant tax level.
Full-year 2011 negative impact of new tax rules in France estimated to €350 million.
As a result, new adjusted net income 2011 outlook above €2,850 million.
Increase of dividend per share confirmed for fiscal year 2011.

* For the definition of EBITA, see Appendix I.
** For the reconciliation of earnings attributable to Vivendi SA shareowners and adjusted net income, see Appendix IV.

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Communication

Vivendi.TRINHT — 2011-11-15T14:16:28Z

Paris, November 15, 2011

Communication

On November 15, 2011, Vivendi sold into the market 35 million shares of Activision Blizzard, resulting in Vivendi's ownership at approximately 60% of the company's outstanding share capital.

Important Disclaimers Forward Looking Statements. This press release contains forward-looking statements with respect to the financial condition, results of operations, business, strategy, plans and outlook of Vivendi, including expectations regarding the payment of dividends as well as the impact of certain transactions. Although Vivendi believes that such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, such statements are not guarantees of 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 regarding antitrust and regulatory approvals in connection with certain transactions as well as the risks described in the documents Vivendi filed with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (French securities regulator) and 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. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date of this press release and 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. 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 such facility.


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