Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) Stock Overview
Operates as a live entertainment company worldwide. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 0/6 |
| Financial Health | 5/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$179.46 |
| 52 Week High | US$180.92 |
| 52 Week Low | US$125.34 |
| Beta | 1.12 |
| 1 Month Change | 6.56% |
| 3 Month Change | 17.67% |
| 1 Year Change | 18.63% |
| 3 Year Change | 95.60% |
| 5 Year Change | 105.59% |
| Change since IPO | 1,524.07% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 24
LYV: DOJ Settlement And Ticketing Demand Will Shape Future Risk Reward Balance
The analyst price target for Live Nation Entertainment has edged higher to $185.43 from $184.78, reflecting analysts' expectations for healthy global ticketing growth and their view that regulatory and legal risks around ticket resale and a potential Ticketmaster breakup are less severe than some investors fear. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Live Nation Entertainment highlights a mix of optimism around the core ticketing business and ongoing caution around regulatory and legal outcomes.Narrative Update • Jun 04
LYV: DOJ Settlement Resolution Will Support Future Ticketing And Venue Upside
Narrative Update: Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) Analysts have nudged their price target for Live Nation higher by about $1.60, citing recent research that points to stronger revenue and margin assumptions, support from higher Street targets at firms including JPMorgan and Guggenheim, and a generally constructive view of the potential impact from the DOJ settlement on the company and Ticketmaster. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Live Nation centers on the proposed DOJ settlement, pricing power in ticketing, and how potential structural changes could affect long term growth and margins.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 24
LYV: DOJ Settlement And Ticketing Demand Will Shape Future Risk Reward Balance
The analyst price target for Live Nation Entertainment has edged higher to $185.43 from $184.78, reflecting analysts' expectations for healthy global ticketing growth and their view that regulatory and legal risks around ticket resale and a potential Ticketmaster breakup are less severe than some investors fear. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Live Nation Entertainment highlights a mix of optimism around the core ticketing business and ongoing caution around regulatory and legal outcomes.Narrative Update • Jun 04
LYV: DOJ Settlement Resolution Will Support Future Ticketing And Venue Upside
Narrative Update: Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) Analysts have nudged their price target for Live Nation higher by about $1.60, citing recent research that points to stronger revenue and margin assumptions, support from higher Street targets at firms including JPMorgan and Guggenheim, and a generally constructive view of the potential impact from the DOJ settlement on the company and Ticketmaster. Analyst Commentary Recent research around Live Nation centers on the proposed DOJ settlement, pricing power in ticketing, and how potential structural changes could affect long term growth and margins.Narrative Update • Apr 26
LYV: DOJ Settlement And Venue Expansion Will Support Future Upside
Analysts made a small trim to the fair value estimate for Live Nation Entertainment to $183.22 per share. This reflects slightly more cautious assumptions on growth and margins, even as recent research highlights comfort with a higher P/E multiple supported by easing regulatory overhang and continued enthusiasm for the concerts and venue expansion story.Seeking Alpha • Apr 17
Live Nation: Nothing Is Certain Yet, The Drama Continues
Summary Live Nation faces a $700M potential penalty and possible Ticketmaster divestiture after a federal jury found it maintained monopoly power. Ticketmaster, while only 12% of LYV’s revenue, contributes 48% of consolidated AOI, making its loss a severe profitability hit. While divestiture is not highly probable, the strengthened legal case increases the risk of significant structural remedies. I am avoiding LYV shares due to elevated risk of operational upheaval and likely downside re-rating if Ticketmaster is lost. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 08
LYV: DOJ Settlement Progress Will Support Concert And Venue Expansion Upside
The analyst price target for Live Nation Entertainment has moved slightly higher to $184 from $183, with analysts pointing to improving assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, regulatory clarity following the DOJ settlement indications, and continued investment in concert ownership and venue expansion as key drivers of their updated view. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a split between bullish analysts who see the Department of Justice settlement indications and venue expansion as supportive for valuation, and more cautious voices focused on regulatory risk, Ticketmaster economics, and North American growth visibility into 2026.Narrative Update • Mar 25
LYV: DOJ Settlement Progress Will Support Venue Expansion Upside Potential
Live Nation Entertainment's analyst-derived fair value estimate edges up from $182.59 to $183.27 as analysts factor in higher Street price targets clustered around $177 to $204. These are largely tied to relief around a potential DOJ settlement, expectations for continued concert and sponsorship strength, and a greater focus on owned-and-operated venues, while Ticketmaster related changes are viewed as manageable.Narrative Update • Mar 11
LYV: DOJ Settlement Progress And Venue Expansion Will Shape Balanced Outlook
The updated analyst price target for Live Nation Entertainment edges higher to about $183, supported by analysts citing a potential DOJ settlement viewed as manageable, renewed comfort returning to pre-lawsuit valuation multiples, and ongoing enthusiasm for the company’s concert ownership and venue expansion plans despite regulatory and Ticketmaster related headwinds. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a wide range of views on Live Nation, with many analysts focusing on the potential DOJ settlement, the company’s concert and venue growth plans, and the impact of Ticketmaster related changes on future earnings power and valuation.Narrative Update • Feb 25
LYV: Venue Expansion And DOJ Resolution Talks Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised their implied fair value estimate for Live Nation Entertainment to about $178.90 from roughly $169.71, citing higher modeled revenue growth, a richer future P/E assumption and confidence in the concert ownership and venue expansion plans, while still factoring in pressure on ticketing margins and regulatory commitments. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Live Nation points to a generally constructive tone, with most firms focusing on execution around concerts and venues, while still flagging regulatory and North America growth risks that could affect how the stock is valued.Narrative Update • Feb 10
LYV: Regulatory Resolution And Global Venue Expansion Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have inched their fair value estimate for Live Nation Entertainment higher to about $170 per share, while recent Street research highlighting a clouded near term growth outlook in North America and ongoing regulatory overhang has led to more cautious positioning on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed picture for Live Nation Entertainment, with a higher fair value estimate sitting alongside a more cautious stance on the shares.Narrative Update • Jan 27
LYV: Strong Demand And Deferred Revenue Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price expectations for Live Nation Entertainment, with the consensus fair value estimate easing by about $1 to $169.48 as they weigh a softer North American growth outlook, a longer regulatory overhang, slightly lower revenue growth and margin assumptions, and a higher future P/E multiple, despite still solid demand indicators highlighted in recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a mix of optimism and caution around Live Nation Entertainment, with views split on how quickly the company can translate strong demand indicators into clearer earnings visibility and support current valuation levels.Narrative Update • Jan 12
LYV: Secondary Ticketing Reforms And Strong Demand Will Support Future Upside
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Live Nation Entertainment has been adjusted slightly higher to about $170 per share, with analysts citing resilient demand indicators, expectations for continued growth in onsite spending and event deferred revenue, and a view that regulatory and secondary ticketing headwinds are less severe than previously reflected in the shares. Analyst Commentary Street research on Live Nation Entertainment has recently focused on how secondary ticketing changes and regulatory developments may, or may not, be fully reflected in the share price.Narrative Update • Dec 23
LYV: Secondary Ticketing Reforms Will Support Future Upside Despite Regulatory Overhang
Analysts have modestly trimmed their price target on Live Nation Entertainment to approximately $169 per share. The change reflects slightly higher perceived regulatory risk and timing uncertainty around secondary ticketing and FTC actions, even as they continue to highlight robust demand indicators, strong onsite spending, and expectations for sustained double digit growth and improving profitability.Narrative Update • Dec 09
LYV: Strong Secondary Ticketing Reforms Will Support Future Profit Momentum
Analysts have nudged their average price target on Live Nation Entertainment slightly lower by about $1 to the high $170s, reflecting modestly higher long term growth expectations, but also regulatory overhang and secondary ticketing uncertainties that temper near term valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Street research around Live Nation continues to frame the stock as a structurally attractive growth story, but with a valuation ceiling in the near term given regulatory and secondary ticketing uncertainties.Narrative Update • Nov 25
LYV: Strong Demand and Event Reforms Will Sustain Profit Momentum Amid Regulatory Focus
Analysts have modestly reduced their average price target for Live Nation Entertainment from $171.30 to $169.40, citing steady demand and growth prospects. This outlook is balanced against ongoing regulatory concerns.Narrative Update • Nov 07
LYV: Strong Demand and Platform Reforms Will Drive Event Profitability Forward
Live Nation Entertainment's analyst price target has been modestly reduced from $173.80 to $171.30 per share. Analysts cite both regulatory headwinds and tempered growth assumptions, despite continued robust demand indicators.Narrative Update • Sep 23
Advanced Ticketing And International Expansion Will Power Live Events
Analysts raised Live Nation Entertainment’s price target from $171.50 to $173.80, citing consistent AOI outperformance, strong forward earnings visibility, and robust demand in concerts and ticketing, which collectively reinforce confidence in durable, above-consensus profitability growth. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite potential upside to consensus estimates for 2026 and 2027, reflecting confidence in forward earnings growth.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Advanced Ticketing And International Expansion Will Power Live Events
Analysts remain positive on Live Nation Entertainment due to strong concert demand, outperformance in the Concert segment, and Ticketmaster’s ongoing value, though they caution about near-term margin pressures, antitrust risks, and consumer headwinds; consensus price target is unchanged at $170.00. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite continued strong demand for concerts and robust performance in the Concert segment, underpinned by higher Stadium and Venue-Nation contributions.Seeking Alpha • Mar 05
Live Nation Entertainment: Valuation Is Still Not Cheap Enough Yet
Summary I maintain a hold rating on Live Nation Entertainment stock due to its expensive valuation, despite strong growth drivers like venue expansion, ticketing monetization, and sponsorship growth. 4Q24 results showed revenue declined 2.7% y/y, but adj operating income grew ~35% y/y. LYV's aggressive venue expansion and international growth are crucial for predictable, high-margin revenue streams, enhancing its competitive position and growth runway. Despite strong fundamentals, LYV's forward EBITDA multiple remains high, limiting upside potential; I await a more attractive entry point before upgrading to a buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 06
Live Nation Entertainment: LYV Is Set To Compound Earnings At A Double-Digit Rate
Summary During Q2, we made an investment in Live Nation Entertainment when we saw an attractive entry point. Live Nation dominates the $35 billion global concert industry, benefiting from rising artist tours and international demand, especially in venue construction. In May, Live Nation was sued by the DoJ for “unlawful, monopolistic conduct.”. We are optimistic that a return to traditional antitrust frameworks under the new Administration will create an opportunity. We believe LYV is set to compound earnings at a double-digit rate through the next decade. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 25
Live Nation Entertainment: Overvalued, In Debt, And In Legal Trouble
Summary I am giving Live Nation Entertainment a sell rating. Live Nation's cash flow is solid and should be considered the strongest aspect of the business. However, using a discounted cash flow model, Live Nation's intrinsic value is calculated at $86.88 per share, indicating an overvaluation of about $46. With a current ratio of less than 1, along with a negative working capital, one of Live Nation's biggest challenges is paying off its current portion of long-term debt. Live Nation is also facing a lawsuit from the Department of Justice that has resulted in a downgrade in the company's S&P Global Rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 10
Live Nation Entertainment: Vulnerable To A Deterioration In Discretionary Spending
Summary Live Nation's financial results are highly dependent upon the health of higher-income consumers and their willingness to spend on non-discretionary items like concerts or music festivals, among others. In May 2024, the United States Department of Justice launched a lawsuit against Live Nation and its wholly owned subsidiary Ticketmaster. The business strategy of Live Nation is not to generate large margins at the concert level, as the segment generates operating margins of only 1.5%. The margins associated with the ticketing segment and Ticketmaster are impressive, at around 40%. The advertising segment is truly in a class of its own with adjusted operating margins slightly above 60%. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 12
Live Nation Entertainment: Positive On The Fundamental Growth Outlook
Summary Live Nation Entertainment remains a buy with a positive long-term growth outlook and strong 2Q24 results. Strong underlying demand indicators include ticket sales growth, venue expansion, and increased spending per fan. Positive AOI growth improves balance sheet strength, allowing for potential share buybacks and higher CAPEX funding. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 31
Live Nation Entertainment: Misses The Most Important Aspect In Investing
Summary Live Nation Entertainment's second-quarter results missed expectations and reiterated an underwhelming profit story. Despite dominating the live event industry, Live Nation's business model is not generating consistent earnings for investors. LYV stock valuation remains detached from reality, with no material profits to speak of and constant dilution of shareholders. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 22
Live Nation Entertainment: Scale Advantage In A Growing Industry
Summary LYV is recommended as a buy due to multiple growth drivers and a strong competitive advantage. The live music industry is experiencing tailwinds from consumer preference for experiences, international demand, and artists' focus on live events. LYV's dominant market share in ticketing and integrated business model position it to capitalize on these trends. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| LYV | US Entertainment | US Market | |
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| 7D | 5.2% | -2.2% | -2.5% |
| 1Y | 18.6% | -26.2% | 19.0% |
Return vs Industry: LYV exceeded the US Entertainment industry which returned -26.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: LYV matched the US Market which returned 19% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| LYV volatility | |
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| LYV Average Weekly Movement | 4.4% |
| Entertainment Industry Average Movement | 8.9% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.3% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: LYV has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: LYV's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 2005 | 17,700 | Michael Rapino | www.livenationentertainment.com |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. operates as a live entertainment company worldwide. The company operates through Concerts, Ticketing, and Sponsorship & Advertising segments. Its Concerts segment promotes live music events in its owned or operated venues, and in rented third-party venues.
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| LYV fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$41.76b |
| Earnings (TTM) | -US$410.32m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$25.61b |
1.6x
P/S Ratio-101.8x
P/E RatioIs LYV overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| LYV income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$25.61b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$18.99b |
| Gross Profit | US$6.63b |
| Other Expenses | US$7.04b |
| Earnings | -US$410.32m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | -1.76 |
| Gross Margin | 25.87% |
| Net Profit Margin | -1.60% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 593.6% |
How did LYV perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/29 09:47 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/26 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. is covered by 34 analysts. 24 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Matthew Harrigan | Benchmark Company |
| Brennan Matthews | Berenberg |
| Ian Moore | Bernstein |