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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 Entertainment has come under scrutiny from various members of the music industry for engaging in anti-competitive practices. We acknowledge that Live Nation Entertainment's drop in reputation could be the primary reason for the poor stock performance this year.

Live Nation Entertainment Could Reach $150: Here's What It Takes

The stock has performed well, with a 10-year total return of 635% (22% annually on average) compared to only 221% for the S&P500. Live Nation's stock is undervalued relative to its historical valuation.

Live Nation Entertainment: Wait Until DoJ's Investigation Is Over

LOS ANGELES , Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: LYV) today announced the completion of its previously announced offering of $1.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of 3.125% convertible senior notes due 2029. The offering size was increased from the original offering size of $850.0 million aggregate principal amount of notes in response to investor demand and after full exercise of the "greenshoe" option.

Live Nation Entertainment Announces Closing Of $1.0 Billion 3.125% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2029

PHOENIX , Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live Nation today announced that Talking Stick Resort is the new name-in-title sponsor of the popular venue formerly known as the Ak-Chin Pavilion. The iconic 20,000-seat outdoor venue serves as a pillar of entertainment for fans in the community and is now known as the Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre.

PHOENIX MUSIC VENUE TO BE RENAMED TALKING STICK RESORT AMPHITHEATRE

LOS ANGELES , Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: LYV) (the "company") today announced that it priced its previously announced offering of $900.0 million in aggregate principal amount of its 3.125% convertible senior notes due 2029 (the "Convertible Notes"). The offering size was increased from the previously announced offering size of $850.0 million aggregate principal amount of Convertible Notes.

Live Nation Entertainment Announces Pricing Of Upsized Convertible Senior Notes Offering

Caesars Entertainment

LAS VEGAS , Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, 13-time GRAMMY® Award-winning, multi-platinum selling global superstars, The Chicks, announce their first ever Las Vegas engagement at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino. The shows will be held May 3, 5, 6, 10, 12 and 13, 2023, with all performances scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING GLOBAL SUPERSTARS THE CHICKS ANNOUNCE EXCLUSIVE LAS VEGAS ENGAGEMENT AT ZAPPOS THEATER AT PLANET HOLLYWOOD RESORT & CASINO MAY 3-13, 2023

Live Nation Entertainment Inc. LYV, +1.00% said Monday it has launched an offering of $850 million of convertible bonds due 2029. Part of the proceeds will be used to fund capped call transactions aimed at reducing dilution on conversion, while the rest will be used for general corporate purposes.

Live Nation Entertainment launches $850 million convertible bond offering

LOS ANGELES , Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: LYV) (the "company") today announced that it intends to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $850.0 million in aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes due 2029 (the "Convertible Notes"). The company intends to use a portion of the net proceeds from the Convertible Notes offering to fund the cost of entering into the capped call transactions described below.

LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF CONVERTIBLE SENIOR NOTES OFFERING

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NEW YORK--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is continuing its investigation whether certain directors and officers of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (“Live Nation”) (NYSE: LYV) for breaching their fiduciary duties to Live Nation and its shareholders. If you are a Live Nation shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982 or jpettigrew@scott-scott.com .

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LAS VEGAS , Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Last night, while performing her headlining residency at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Miranda Lambert announced that her critically acclaimed "Miranda Lambert: Velvet Rodeo The Las Vegas Residency" has been extended through the end of 2023 due to remarkable fan demand. The 16 new shows will take place in July, November and December 2023.

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NEW YORK--( BUSINESS WIRE )--Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, is investigating certain directors and officers of Live Nation Entertainment, Inc. (“Live Nation”) (NYSE: LYV) for breaching their fiduciary duties to Live Nation and its shareholders. If you are a Live Nation shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982 or jpettigrew@scott-scott.com.

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