Endeavor Group (WME / IMG)

PE-Owned

Silver Lake invested heavily in Endeavor Group (parent of WME talent agency and IMG sports marketing) starting in 2012, ultimately owning 18%+. Endeavor went public in 2021. The acquisition of UFC in 2016 for $4B (with KKR and MSD) is part of the Endeavor umbrella.

Founded: 2009|Acquired by Silver Lake (2012)|Website →
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Ownership Information

Endeavor Group (WME / IMG) is owned by Silver Lake. Private equity ownership often leads to cost-cutting, price increases, and reduced quality of service as firms prioritize returns for investors over customers and employees.Learn more about PE ownership impact →

Timeline

2009

Endeavor Group (WME / IMG) founded

2012

Acquired by Silver Lake

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