
Live Nation (LYV) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Live Nation (LYV) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Live Nation Entertainment is experiencing robust growth, as indicated by a 37% increase in event-related deferred revenue and a 30% rise in Ticketmaster deferred revenue, showcasing strong demand for live events and ticketing services. The company's expansion plans, including the opening of new large venues, are expected to add approximately 5 million fans in annual capacity, with a significant portion of this growth occurring in international markets. Additionally, substantial increases in onsite fan spending, ticket sales reaching 26 million, and rising sponsorship commitments further support a positive outlook for the company's financial performance through 2026.
Bears say
Live Nation Entertainment's financial outlook exhibits significant challenges, particularly in its fourth-quarter projections, which have been revised downward to $6.049 billion in revenue and $202 million in adjusted operating income (AOI), reflecting a decline from previous estimates. The revised expectations are largely attributed to a lower average revenue per fan for concerts, which is now flat, as well as a decrease in ticket sales and average fees per ticket within the ticketing segment, influenced by a higher percentage of international events. Additionally, increased legal costs and operational changes within the secondary market are anticipated to negatively impact future growth, with a forecast adjustment indicating only 10.5% growth in AOI, reduced from an earlier estimate of 12%.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Live Nation and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Live Nation (LYV) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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