Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) Research

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EPS Estimates

Current Qtr

$0.56

$0.36$0.84

vs $0.41+37.5%

12 analysts

Next Qtr

$1.78

$1.21$2.34

vs $0.73+144.1%

12 analysts

Current Yr

$-0.61

$-1.27$-0.09

vs $-0.24-152.4%

13 analysts

Next Yr

$2.15

$0.67$3.62

vs $-0.61+454.8%

15 analysts

Revenue Estimates

Current Qtr

$7.54B

$7.27B$7.83B

vs $7.01B+7.6%

21 analysts

Next Qtr

$9.49B

$9.02B$9.87B

vs $8.50B+11.6%

21 analysts

Current Yr

$27.76B

$27.25B$28.35B

vs $25.20B+10.2%

24 analysts

Next Yr

$30.32B

$29.19B$32.07B

vs $27.76B+9.2%

24 analysts

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LYV filing events and research context
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May 5, 2026	mda_quarterly	Live Nation reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $3.8 billion, a 12% increase year-over-year, though operating income swung to a $370.5 million loss primarily due to expenses related to governmental investigations and litigation. Adjusted Operating Income (AOI) grew 9%. The Concerts segment drove the majority of growth, with revenue increasing 12% to $2.8 billion fueled by higher arena show volume in North America and Europe and a 7% increase in fan attendance to 23.8 million. Ticketing revenue rose 10% to $765 million, supported by North American concert activity and international sports, while proactive bot mitigation and anti-scalping efforts tempered secondary ticket results. Sponsorship and Advertising revenue grew 20% to $258.6 million, led by Latin American festival and global venue sponsorships. The company's outlook is supported by a record $6.6 billion in event-related deferred revenue, up 22% from the prior year. Liquidity remains robust with $9.1 billion in cash and equivalents against $8.5 billion in net debt. Planned 2026 capital expenditures of $1.1 billion to $1.2 billion will focus heavily on revenue-generating venue expansions and enhancements across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America.
Feb 19, 2026	business	Live Nation Entertainment is the world's largest live entertainment company, operating across 55 countries. Its business model integrates three reportable segments: Concerts, Ticketing, and Sponsorship & Advertising. The Concerts segment, generating 83% of total revenue, encompasses the promotion of approximately 55,000 events, the operation of 460 venues, and the production of 131 festivals. Ticketing, primarily through Ticketmaster, contributes 12% of revenue by providing services to 10,500 global clients. Sponsorship & Advertising accounts for 5% of revenue, leveraging corporate partnerships with brands such as Mastercard and Citibank. Strategic priorities include expanding the global concert footprint, increasing revenue per show via enhanced pricing and onsite monetization, and investing in venue infrastructure. The company faces intense competition from AEG in concert promotion and venue management, as well as from AXS, SeatGeek, and StubHub in the ticketing space. Key operational risks include the evolution of "bot" technology used by ticket brokers and stringent global regulatory requirements regarding data privacy, such as GDPR. Revenue is subject to seasonality, typically peaking in the second and third quarters due to the schedule of outdoor amphitheaters and festivals.
Feb 19, 2026	mda	Live Nation achieved record 2025 results, with revenue increasing 9% to $25.2 billion and consolidated AOI rising 10% to $2.4 billion. The Concerts segment led growth, generating $20.9 billion in revenue and $687.1 million in AOI, driven by a record 159 million fans and a surge in stadium shows featuring acts such as Oasis and The Weeknd. International expansion was pivotal, with significant growth in Europe, Mexico, and Asia, and the opening of new venues including Rogers Stadium in Toronto and Vive Claro in Bogota. The Ticketing segment reported $3.1 billion in revenue and $37.1 billion in GTV, with 75% of its 27 million net new tickets originating outside North America. Sponsorship and Advertising revenue grew 11% to $1.3 billion, bolstered by naming rights and digital integrations. While operating income rose 52% to $1.25 billion, this increase was heavily influenced by the absence of 2024's Astroworld losses. Forward-looking indicators remain strong, with event-related deferred revenue increasing 21% to $4.0 billion and 2026 ticket sales currently pacing 10% ahead of 2025.

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May 5, 2026

mda_quarterly

Live Nation reported first-quarter 2026 revenue of $3.8 billion, a 12% increase year-over-year, though operating income swung to a $370.5 million loss primarily due to expenses related to governmental investigations and litigation. Adjusted Operating Income (AOI) grew 9%. The Concerts segment drove the majority of growth, with revenue increasing 12% to $2.8 billion fueled by higher arena show volume in North America and Europe and a 7% increase in fan attendance to 23.8 million. Ticketing revenue rose 10% to $765 million, supported by North American concert activity and international sports, while proactive bot mitigation and anti-scalping efforts tempered secondary ticket results. Sponsorship and Advertising revenue grew 20% to $258.6 million, led by Latin American festival and global venue sponsorships. The company's outlook is supported by a record $6.6 billion in event-related deferred revenue, up 22% from the prior year. Liquidity remains robust with $9.1 billion in cash and equivalents against $8.5 billion in net debt. Planned 2026 capital expenditures of $1.1 billion to $1.2 billion will focus heavily on revenue-generating venue expansions and enhancements across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America.

Feb 19, 2026

business

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's largest live entertainment company, operating across 55 countries. Its business model integrates three reportable segments: Concerts, Ticketing, and Sponsorship & Advertising. The Concerts segment, generating 83% of total revenue, encompasses the promotion of approximately 55,000 events, the operation of 460 venues, and the production of 131 festivals. Ticketing, primarily through Ticketmaster, contributes 12% of revenue by providing services to 10,500 global clients. Sponsorship & Advertising accounts for 5% of revenue, leveraging corporate partnerships with brands such as Mastercard and Citibank. Strategic priorities include expanding the global concert footprint, increasing revenue per show via enhanced pricing and onsite monetization, and investing in venue infrastructure. The company faces intense competition from AEG in concert promotion and venue management, as well as from AXS, SeatGeek, and StubHub in the ticketing space. Key operational risks include the evolution of "bot" technology used by ticket brokers and stringent global regulatory requirements regarding data privacy, such as GDPR. Revenue is subject to seasonality, typically peaking in the second and third quarters due to the schedule of outdoor amphitheaters and festivals.

Feb 19, 2026

mda

Live Nation achieved record 2025 results, with revenue increasing 9% to $25.2 billion and consolidated AOI rising 10% to $2.4 billion. The Concerts segment led growth, generating $20.9 billion in revenue and $687.1 million in AOI, driven by a record 159 million fans and a surge in stadium shows featuring acts such as Oasis and The Weeknd. International expansion was pivotal, with significant growth in Europe, Mexico, and Asia, and the opening of new venues including Rogers Stadium in Toronto and Vive Claro in Bogota. The Ticketing segment reported $3.1 billion in revenue and $37.1 billion in GTV, with 75% of its 27 million net new tickets originating outside North America. Sponsorship and Advertising revenue grew 11% to $1.3 billion, bolstered by naming rights and digital integrations. While operating income rose 52% to $1.25 billion, this increase was heavily influenced by the absence of 2024's Astroworld losses. Forward-looking indicators remain strong, with event-related deferred revenue increasing 21% to $4.0 billion and 2026 ticket sales currently pacing 10% ahead of 2025.

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