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Live Nation

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. operates as an entertainment company. The firm engages in producing, marketing, and selling live concerts for artists via its global concert pipe. It operates through the following segments: Concerts, Sponsorship and Advertising, and Ticketing. The Concerts segment is involved in the promotion of live music events in owned or operated venues and in rented third-party venues. The Sponsorship and Advertising segment manages the development of strategic sponsorship programs in addition to the sale of international, national, and local sponsorships and placement of advertising such as signage, promotional programs, rich media offerings, including advertising associated with live streaming and music-related content, and ads across its distribution network of venues, events, and websites. The Ticketing segment is involved in the management of the global ticketing operations, including providing ticketing software and services to clients, and consumers with a marketplace, both online and mobile, for tickets and event information. The Ticketing segment also operates the firm's primary ticketing website, www.ticketmaster.com. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Beverly Hills, CA.

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Live Nation (LYV) reports strong 2022 performance and anticipates record 2023

Live Nation's 2022 performance showcased robust revenue growth, driven by strong demand for live events and successful initiatives in ticketing and sponsorship. While facing challenges related to reopening costs and regulatory discussions, the company remains optimistic about returning to normal business operations in 2023 and leveraging opportunities for further growth.

Live Nation reports record Q1 results, eyes global expansion

Live Nation's Q1 2023 showed strong performance with record revenue and AOI across all divisions.
The company faces challenges in scalability, international market transitions, and pricing uncertainties.
Opportunities lie in expanding venues, leveraging technology, and driving fan engagement for growth.
Overall, Live Nation remains optimistic about continued growth and industry capture in 2023 and beyond.

Live Nation reports strong Q2 performance with international growth opportunities

Live Nation's Q2 2023 Earnings Call showcased robust performance, strategic strengths in acquisitions and pricing initiatives, challenges in consumer spending concerns, and opportunities for growth through international expansion and sponsorship strategies.

Live Nation reports strong Q3 performance amidst growth opportunities

Live Nation's Q3 performance reflected strong global demand for concerts and robust ticket sales.
The company faces challenges related to the DOJ investigation, legislative impact, and sustaining revenue growth.
Opportunities lie in upcoming investor presentations, double-digit growth expectations, and expanding venue additions.
Overall, Live Nation remains confident in its business model and poised for future growth opportunities.

Live Nation reports robust Q4 earnings, eyes amphitheater expansion

Live Nation's Q4 earnings call highlighted strong financial performance, emphasizing revenue growth drivers and strategic initiatives for future expansion. Despite challenges in consumer pricing and regulatory scrutiny, the company remains focused on capitalizing on growth opportunities and maintaining profitability.

Live Nation reports strong Q1 performance amidst legal challenges

Live Nation's Q1 2024 earnings call highlighted strong performance in ticket sales and sponsorship growth, despite potential legal challenges and operational factors impacting margins. The company's strategic focus on niche festivals, venue partnerships, and hyper-local strategies presents opportunities for continued growth and international expansion.

Live Nation (LYV) reports strong Q2 performance and eyes stadium growth in 2025

Live Nation's Q2 2024 performance showcased strong consumer demand and growth prospects, particularly in the concert segment and stadium expansion.
While facing challenges such as the DOJ lawsuit impact and post-COVID demand normalization concerns, the company is focused on capitalizing on opportunities for sustained growth.
Insights on Ticketmaster's success, margin dynamics, and sponsorship revenue highlight Live Nation's strategic focus on business performance and growth strategies.
Overall, Live Nation's earnings call emphasized a positive outlook with a strong performance in key segments and a focus on strategic growth initiatives.

Live Nation (LYV) anticipates strong growth amidst challenges and opportunities

Live Nation (LYV) is poised for growth with positive indicators in Ticketmaster sales, concerts, and sponsorship. Addressing challenges around antitrust and financial impacts, the company is strategically investing in technology and fan experiences to drive future success.

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Live Nation's (LYV) fourth-quarter performance is likely to have benefited from increased demand for global live events, sponsorship business and Ticketmaster services.

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NEW DATE ADDED SEPTEMBER 12 AT KIA FORUM Tickets On Sale Starting Friday, February 17th on Ticketmaster.com For approved artist images and hi-res tour art, please download HERE . LOS ANGELES , Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Due to overwhelming demand, Ghost has added a second LA date on their highly anticipated RE-IMPERATOUR U.S.A.

GHOST ADDS SECOND LA DATE ON RE-IMPERATOUR U.S.A. 2023 DUE TO OVERWHELMING DEMAND

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LOS ANGELES , Feb. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following several sold-out shows in Tokyo and New York, Japanese supergroup THE LAST ROCKSTARS will partner with LiveNation and Veeps for a global livestream of their sold-out February 10th concert in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Palladium. Livestream tickets are on sale now: https://thelastrockstars.veeps.com/ Rock music fans worldwide (excluding select territories) will be able to watch the show in its entirety via the Veeps platform, which has hosted previous concerts by Megan Thee Stallion, A$AP Rocky, Bebe Rexha, Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson of One Direction, and Kings of Leon.

THE LAST ROCKSTARS ANNOUNCE FEBRUARY 10 GLOBAL LIVESTREAM AFTER SOLD-OUT SHOWS IN TOKYO AND NEW YORK

LOS ANGELES , Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: LYV), the world's leading live entertainment company, will release its fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results after market hours on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Michael Rapino, Live Nation Entertainment's President and Chief Executive Officer, will host a teleconference that day at 2:00 p.m.

Live Nation Entertainment Schedules Fourth Quarter And Full Year 2022 Earnings Release And Teleconference

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The US Senate won't let Ticketmaster break your soul, sending a clear — and ominous — warning after Bey announced her world tour.

Senate warns Ticketmaster: ‘We're watching' Beyoncé ticket sales after Taylor Swift fiasco

Ticketing for the North American leg of Beyoncé's "Renaissance World Tour" begins Feb. 6, according to Ticketmaster and parent company Live Nation.

Ticketmaster braces for Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' tour amid fears of Taylor Swift-level demand

Bots and Live Nation's cybersecurity practices emerged as key themes as the ticketing giant faced questions on Capitol Hill.

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Senators scold Ticketmaster over the Taylor Swift ticket sale debacle.

What Happened at the Ticketmaster Senate Hearing: Taylor Swift, Bots and More

“May I suggest respectfully that Ticketmaster ought to look in the mirror and say, ‘I'm the problem, it's me,'” Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) said on the Senate floor Tuesday, referencing Taylor Swift's latest hit “Anti-Hero.

Senate questions Live Nation president amid Taylor Swift ticketing debacle

Criticism of Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, intensified after a botched sale of tickets to Taylor Swift's "Eras" tour.

Senators slam Live Nation over Ticketmaster's dominance, botched Taylor Swift sale

US concert booking website Ticketmaster was hit by a cyberattack last year that led to it botching sales for Taylor Swift's US tour, it told lawmakers on Tuesday as it apologized to the pop superstar and her fans.

Ticketmaster blames cyberattack for Taylor Swift tour debacle

That line above came Tuesday from Sen. Marsha Blackburn, a Tennessee Republican, during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing that focused in large part on Ticketmaster's botched sale of Taylor Swift tickets in November.

Ticketmaster blames bots for botched Taylor Swift sale. Senator says it's ‘unbelievable' and company must ‘figure this out.

"May I suggest, respectfully, that Ticketmaster ought to look in the mirror and say, I'm the problem, it's me," Senator Richard Blumenthal said.

Live Nation president apologizes to Taylor Swift and her fans for ticketing fiasco and says the industry is still competitive

The breakdown of Ticketmaster's sale of Taylor Swift tickets last year triggered a high-profile Senate hearing on Tuesday, as a top executive from parent Live Nation Entertainment found himself apologizing for the debacle yet defending competition in the industry.

Live Nation President Apologies For Taylor Swift Ticket Debacle, Defends Competition At Senate Hearing

The heads of rival Ticketmaster companies, SeatGeek CEO Jack Groetzinger and Jam Productions co-founder Jerry Mickelson, have also been called to testify.

Taylor Swift Ticketmaster Fiasco: CEO Will Blame ‘Cyberattacks' In Congressional Hearing–Here's What To Expect

A top executive from Live Nation Entertainment Inc. looks set to face tough questions on Tuesday, as he appears along with other witnesses before a Democratic-run Senate committee that's examining the ticketing industry.

Live Nation's CFO to get grilled at Senate hearing, but analysts don't expect shake-up for ticketing industry

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KIDZ BOP AND LIVE NATION ANNOUNCE ALL-NEW 2023 TOUR

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