Live Nation Entertainment Inc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV), the world's leading live entertainment company, has scheduled its second quarter 2025 earnings release and conference call for Thursday, August 7, 2025. The financial results will be released after market hours, followed by a teleconference at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET).

CEO Michael Rapino will host the call to discuss financial performance, operational outlook, and forward-looking matters. Investors can access the live webcast and supplemental materials through the company's investor relations website at investors.livenationentertainment.com.

Def Leppard has announced their third Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace (NYSE:CZR), scheduled for February 3-28, 2026. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees, who have sold over 110 million albums worldwide, will perform 12 shows featuring their classic hits along with new surprises.

The residency follows their successful sold-out performances in 2019 and 2013. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on July 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. PT, with various presale opportunities available through Citi cardmembers, fan club members, and Caesars Rewards members.

Venu Holding Corporation (NYSE American: VENU), a developer and operator of upscale live music venues, has appointed Terri Liebler as President of its newly established Growth and Strategy division. Liebler, who previously served as VENU's Chief Marketing Officer, brings 22 years of experience from Live Nation, where she held the position of Senior Vice President in the Media and Sponsorship Division.

In her new role, Liebler will focus on building key partnerships, developing innovative revenue streams, and advancing venue development in priority markets. The appointment aligns with VENU's strategy to scale their business model of bringing premium venues to high-growth, underserved markets while democratizing ownership in live entertainment through various investment options, including real estate and Reg A+ Preferred offerings.

Jennifer Lopez is making a grand return to the Las Vegas Strip with a new residency titled "Up All Night Live in Las Vegas" at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace (CZR). The show will debut during New Year's Eve week with performances on December 30-31, 2025, and January 2-3, 2026, followed by eight additional shows in March 2026. This marks Lopez's return to Vegas following her successful "ALL I HAVE" residency at Planet Hollywood from 2016-2018, which grossed over $100 million across 120 shows. The new show will feature her chart-topping hits and exclusive new songs. Ticket presales begin June 2 for Citi cardmembers, with public sales starting June 6.

VEEPS, a leading global live-streaming platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Postmedia Studios to launch VEEPS All Access in Canada. The service offers unlimited viewing of premium concerts and live music entertainment for a monthly fee. Canadian subscribers can secure a special lifetime monthly rate of CAD $13.99 (30% discount) for unlimited access through summer.

The launch features exclusive content including live concerts from Metric at Toronto's Budweiser Stage, Sheryl Crow at Red Rocks, and Bryan Adams at Royal Albert Hall. The platform will showcase both Canadian artists like Shawn Mendes, Arcade Fire, and Alanis Morissette, as well as international acts such as Coldplay and Alicia Keys. Content is accessible via veeps.com and apps on various platforms including Apple TV, Roku, iOS, Samsung, and Android.

Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) has announced the election of Richard Grenell to its Board of Directors. Grenell brings significant diplomatic experience as former U.S. Ambassador to Germany, Acting Director of National Intelligence, and Presidential Envoy for various missions. He currently serves as President of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

The appointment aims to leverage Grenell's expertise in supporting Live Nation's mission to expand live music globally while advocating for industry reforms benefiting both fans and artists. Board Chairman Randall Mays highlighted Grenell's valuable perspective for the company's global growth initiatives.

Live Nation (NYSE: LYV) has signed a long-term lease to operate a new 5,300-seat entertainment venue in Centennial Yards, Downtown Atlanta's emerging sports and entertainment district. The venue will be part of the $5B+ mixed-use development project spanning 50 acres, developed by Centennial Yards Company, a partnership between CIM Group and Tony Ressler's group.

The state-of-the-art venue will complement existing facilities like Tabernacle, Fox Theater, and Buckhead Theater, offering performances across genres from national headliners to local artists. The development will feature premium experiences and elevated food and beverage offerings.

Centennial Yards' ongoing development includes Cosm (70,000-square-foot immersive entertainment venue), Hotel Phoenix (292 keys), and The Mitchell (304-unit apartment tower), all opening later this year. The master plan encompasses over 8 million square feet for residential, retail, hotel, and entertainment uses.

The Black Music Action Coalition (BMAC) and Live Nation (LYV) have announced the second year of their BMAC LIVE Accelerator Program. The program will select 20 emerging music business professionals for an all-expenses-paid, week-long immersive experience in Los Angeles from July 14-18, 2025. Applications open May 5 and close May 16, 2025. The program, powered by Live Nation's School of Live, offers hands-on training in show production, budgeting, artist relations, talent booking, marketing, and ticketing. Participants can apply for exclusive paid, part-time internship positions at Live Nation following completion. The initiative builds on last year's success and aligns with BMAC's broader mission of creating access, equity, and opportunity within the music industry through various programs including partnerships with Tennessee State University, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and the Academy of Country Music.

Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) reported strong Q1 2025 results, demonstrating robust growth in the live music industry. The company achieved operating income of $115 million and adjusted operating income of $341 million. Key highlights include record deferred revenue levels, with Concerts event-related deferred revenue up 24% to $5.4 billion and Ticketmaster deferred revenue up 13% to $270 million. The company sold 95 million tickets for Live Nation concerts, with stadium ticket sales up over 80%. Live Nation plans to expand its global venue network by adding 20 major venues through 2026, creating capacity for approximately seven million additional fans. The company maintains strong financial health with over 90% of debt at fixed rates and a weighted average cost of debt of 4.4%. Management expects double-digit growth in operating income and AOI for 2025.